Candy Bottle Green

Candy Bottle Green from AMMO of Mig Jimenez

Candy Bottle Green is an acrylic modeling paint from the Candy range. It does not work as an opaque shade but as a tinting coat: it is applied over a smooth gloss metallic base that shows through it. This creates the candy effect, in which the dark green deepens in the shadows while the metal beneath shows through on the high points of the shapes.

Where bottle green fits

Dark bottle green is one of the best shades for elegant finishes. It suits the bodies of classic sports cars, the tanks and covers of motorcycles, helmets and parts that are meant to look expensive and restrained. It also works well as a ground under racing decals, because the deep green lets them stand out.

How to work with the paint

• Polish the ground smooth; a translucent coat underlines every unevenness.
• Apply a gloss metallic coat for the paint to work over.
• Spray in thin coats and let the surface set between them.
• Dark shades saturate quickly, so test them on an offcut and count the coats, to be able to come back to the same result.
• Let the finish rest thoroughly before applying decals.

Who it is for

For modelers of cars and motorcycles and for builders looking for a deep green instead of a flat color from the bottle. It is applied with an airbrush; with translucent coats a brush leaves visible strokes.

Work in a ventilated room, use respiratory protection when spraying and close the container well after use. Keep out of the reach of children.