UA838 - Grigio Polvere Satin

Grigio Polvere Satin, a Lifecolor acrylic paint

Grigio Polvere Satin is an acrylic modeling paint from the Italian brand Lifecolor. The name of the shade is Italian and corresponds to dust gray; the word Satin sets the gloss level, that is, a satin surface between matte and glossy. The paint comes from a coherent group of shades focused on the finishes of railroad vehicles, that is, on passenger and freight cars and their accessories.

Use

• Gray tones form the calm base in railroad schemes, on which the richer complementary shades only then stand out.
• It suits the larger continuous areas of car bodies and the small parts where a surface is meant to look inconspicuous.
• A satin surface photographs well: it does not reflect point lights the way a gloss does and yet does not look as dry as a pure matte.
• A lighter gray is a rewarding ground for the weathering that follows, because the grading of darker tones stands out on it.

Who the paint is for

It will be appreciated by modelers with an interest in railroad subjects who want shades matched in color by coming from one range. It is useful outside the rails too, everywhere a neutral lighter gray suits, that is, on dioramas, figures or accessories. The name does not state a particular vehicle or period the shade would correspond to, so choose by the color tone and by your own reference.

Keep out of the reach of children. Work in a ventilated area and use respiratory protection when spraying. Close the container carefully after use.