We are now an authorized Hornby/Humbrol dealer!! Please contact us with any questions. Not sure which color to use? We can try to convert another manufacturer's number to a Humbrol compatible one. 14 ml (approx 1/2 oz) of Humbrol’s iconic tin of oil-based Enamel has set the standard for modelling and hobbies for decades, providing a fantastic finish to all your projects, both indoors and outdoors. A solvent-based enamel paint with a matt finish Usage A solvent-based, fast dry paint developed for use on plastic model kits but which can also be used on other substrates. Matt, Satin, Gloss, Metallic, Metalcote and Clear finishes are available. Substrate A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and more (always check on a small test area to check suitability). Application Brush straight from the tin or Airbrush with a suitable thinner such as Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Two thin coats are preferable to one thick coat. The usual thinning ratio is 2 parts paint to one part thinner. Note that Metalcote colours are designed to be polished when fully dry. Drying Time Matt & Satin: 20-40 minutes touch dry and upto 24 hours for hard dry. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat: 6 hours minimum (preferably over night). Coverage A 14ml tinlet covers approx 0.3m2 depending on thickness of application. How to Clean Brushes: Use Enamel Thinners. Airbrush: flush through using Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Product is permanent once dry.
