{"id":9307861614843,"title":"IONIC - 0858 Tarnished Metal Highlight (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","handle":"ionic-0858","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTarnished Metal Highlight (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0858\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Tarnished Metal Highlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom Ionic Smart Colours is the ultimate tool for creating a realistic, muted and cohesive finish on your dark metallic surfaces. As the third and final step in Ionic's innovative 3-step system, this colour is specifically formulated to give oxidised steel and raw iron a natural light reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarnished Metal Highlight is designed to be used on the most exposed areas of dark and weathered metals, such as the edges of heavy armour, machine parts, and heavy weapons. Unlike a high-gloss silver tone, this colour provides a more subtle sheen that mimics the way light refracts on weathered metal. This highlight creates a perfect visual balance, giving your miniatures a sense of raw strength and historical depth without losing the dark character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecialised Highlight (IONIC-0858):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA muted, grey-toned metallic colour optimised for edge highlighting on dark steel and iron bases.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHighly pigmented formula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides excellent coverage even over dark washes without the need for multiple coats, creating sharp and precise contours.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSmart Packaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComes in a convenient 20ml bottle with a smooth opening mechanism that can be operated with one hand for easy and precise dosing at the palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eUltra-fine pigments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures a smooth surface without visible glitter grains, which is required for a realistic and believable metallic finish on small-scale models.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 1 - Base:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply your chosen dark metallic base (e.g. Tarnished Metal Base) evenly over the surface to set the solid base tone.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 2 - Wash:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply a suitable Ionic Metallic Wash (e.g. Dark Steel Wash) to create depth and shadow in recesses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 3 - Highlight (This product):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFinish with Tarnished Metal Highlight on the most exposed edges and details to give the surface its final, authentic finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-05-04T15:33:36+02:00","created_at":"2026-05-04T15:33:35+02:00","vendor":"IONIC","type":"Paints","tags":["Brand_IONIC","Category_Acrylic Paint","Type_Acrylic Figure"],"price":7595,"price_min":7595,"price_max":7595,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":48833235910907,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"8432074908586","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"IONIC - 0858 Tarnished Metal Highlight (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7595,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0858-Tarnished-Metal-Highlight-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777901619"],"featured_image":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0858-Tarnished-Metal-Highlight-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777901619","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":41143241244923,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0858-Tarnished-Metal-Highlight-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777901619"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/jixhobbies.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IONIC-0858-Tarnished-Metal-Highlight-Real-Heavy-Metal-20ml.jpg?v=1777901619","width":1500}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch1\u003eTarnished Metal Highlight (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0858\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Tarnished Metal Highlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom Ionic Smart Colours is the ultimate tool for creating a realistic, muted and cohesive finish on your dark metallic surfaces. As the third and final step in Ionic's innovative 3-step system, this colour is specifically formulated to give oxidised steel and raw iron a natural light reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarnished Metal Highlight is designed to be used on the most exposed areas of dark and weathered metals, such as the edges of heavy armour, machine parts, and heavy weapons. Unlike a high-gloss silver tone, this colour provides a more subtle sheen that mimics the way light refracts on weathered metal. This highlight creates a perfect visual balance, giving your miniatures a sense of raw strength and historical depth without losing the dark character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecialised Highlight (IONIC-0858):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA muted, grey-toned metallic colour optimised for edge highlighting on dark steel and iron bases.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHighly pigmented formula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides excellent coverage even over dark washes without the need for multiple coats, creating sharp and precise contours.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSmart Packaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComes in a convenient 20ml bottle with a smooth opening mechanism that can be operated with one hand for easy and precise dosing at the palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eUltra-fine pigments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures a smooth surface without visible glitter grains, which is required for a realistic and believable metallic finish on small-scale models.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 1 - Base:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply your chosen dark metallic base (e.g. Tarnished Metal Base) evenly over the surface to set the solid base tone.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 2 - Wash:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply a suitable Ionic Metallic Wash (e.g. Dark Steel Wash) to create depth and shadow in recesses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStep 3 - Highlight (This product):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFinish with Tarnished Metal Highlight on the most exposed edges and details to give the surface its final, authentic finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}