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The Playmarker Dark Orange (AKM020) is a water-based acrylic paint marker by AK Interactive designed for modellers and wargamers looking for speed, precision and control in every stroke. Its high-coverage acrylic formula bonds firmly to plastic, resin, metal and wood, and withstands handling, water and heat without flaking. Available at Feroca, official AK Interactive distributor in Spain.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference | AKM020 |
| Colour | Dark Orange |
| Product type | Acrylic paint marker |
| Base | Water-based acrylic |
| Volume | ~5 ml |
| Tip | Brush-style felt tip |
| Finish | Satin |
| Drying | Fast |
| Resistance | Water, handling and heat resistant |
| Compatible surfaces | Plastic, resin, metal, wood |
What it is used for
The Playmarker Dark Orange is a versatile tool that fits a wide variety of creative and modelling projects. Its dark orange shade and satin finish make it especially useful in the following contexts:
- Painting details on scale military vehicles, aircraft and civilian vehicle models.
- Colouring wargame miniatures (infantry, vehicles, creatures) with precise strokes.
- Applying a dark orange base coat on resin or white metal figures before subsequent layers.
- Creating rust, oxidation and ageing effects on dioramas and military vehicles.
- Touching up small areas without having to open pots or load an airbrush.
- Painting accessories, armour and cosplay pieces that require a warm dark tone with a smooth finish.
- Illustration, quick sketches and miniature art for SFX artists.
How to use it
- Surface preparation: Clean the piece of dust, grease and mould-release residue. Apply a white spray primer (recommended by AK Interactive) to maximise adhesion and the vibrancy of the Dark Orange colour.
- Activating the marker: Shake the Playmarker well before use. Press the tip gently against a test surface until the paint flows evenly.
- Application: Paint with short, controlled strokes, using the brush-style felt tip to reach hard-to-access areas. Dark Orange covers well in a single coat, but you can apply several passes for greater intensity.
- Blending and gradients: While the paint is still wet, you can blend edges with a slightly damp brush to achieve smooth transitions.
- Drying: Wait until the layer is completely dry before applying a second coat or weathering products. Drying is fast, but respect the drying times to avoid lifting the previous layer.
- Finishing and protection: Once satisfied with the result, you can varnish with any type of varnish (matt, satin or gloss) without any risk of damaging the paint.
- Cleaning: Cap the marker after each use. If the tip dries out or becomes saturated with a previous colour, it can be replaced with a new tip.
Usage tips
White primer for best results
AK Interactive recommends always applying a white primer before using the Playmarkers. In the case of Dark Orange, a white base enhances the brightness of the tone and reduces the number of layers needed to achieve even coverage. If you prefer a darker, more muted result, a neutral grey primer also works well.
Compatible with weathering techniques
One of the advantages of the Playmarker Dark Orange is that, once dry, it withstands the application of weathering products without the base layer lifting. You can apply washes, pigments or rust effects over it with complete confidence. If you want to change the finish from satin to matt, a water-based matt varnish solves it in a single step.
Frequently asked questions
Can this type of marker be used on any surface?
The Playmarker Dark Orange adheres correctly to plastic, resin, metal and wood. For best results, AK Interactive recommends preparing the surface with a white primer before applying the colour. On very smooth or non-porous surfaces, priming is especially important to ensure good adhesion.
How many coats are needed for good coverage?
The Playmarker Dark Orange has high coverage and usually covers evenly in one or two coats over a white primer. If you are starting from a dark surface or a different colour, you may need an additional coat. Allow to dry completely between coats.
Can it be mixed with other colours or thinned with water?
The paint in the Playmarker is water-based acrylic, so you can blend edges and create transitions with a slightly damp brush while the paint is still fresh. It is not designed for mixing colours inside the marker, but you can layer different Playmarkers on top of each other to achieve optical blending effects.
Is it resistant to varnish and weathering products?
Yes. Once dry, the Playmarker Dark Orange withstands any type of varnish (matt, satin or gloss) and is compatible with the weathering products commonly used in modelling. You do not need to worry about ageing techniques lifting the paint layer.
Where can I buy this marker in Spain?
The Playmarker Dark Orange (AKM020) is available at Feroca, official AK Interactive distributor in Spain. You can purchase it directly from the Feroca online store with delivery throughout mainland Spain and the islands.
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