Tinting film light gray 140x200mm (2 pcs.)

Tinting film, light gray, 140x200 mm, 2 pieces

A translucent tinting film in a light gray shade. According to the name the package holds two sheets measuring 140x200 mm, so there is material enough for several models or for several attempts before the shape fits. The film is neither paint nor varnish — it does not cover, it only changes the shade of the light that passes through it. That is what sets it fundamentally apart from painting a transparent part: the surface stays clear and readable, it only darkens.

What the film is for

The most common use is tinting glazing: aircraft canopies, the side windows of vehicles and buses, the windshields of car models or the glazing of architectural models. The light gray shade is unobtrusive and suits places where the glass is only meant to lose its empty gloss and gain some depth without hiding the interior completely. It also finds a use on small items — instrument glasses, headlight filters, covers over optics or shades. The film can also be laid behind a clear part to create the impression of tinted glass without touching the part itself.

Usage tips

Trace the shape onto paper first, try the paper template out and only then cut the film — that way you save material. Cut with a new sharp blade on a smooth surface; a blunt knife tears the film and the edge is then not clean. Handle the film by its edges or wear a glove, as fingerprints show clearly on a translucent surface and are hard to remove. Fit the film only once the part has been painted and varnished, so that no overspray settles on it. If you glue the film, use an adhesive intended for transparent parts, one that does not fog the surface.

Who the film is for

• Aircraft modelers, for tinting canopies
• Car and bus modelers, for tinted glass
• Builders of dioramas and models of buildings with large glazed areas
• Anyone who wants to darken a transparent part without losing its transparency

A knife, glue and other accessories are not included in the package. Cut the film on a mat and take care when working with a sharp blade.