Carmine Dawn Wash 18ml

Carmine Dawn Wash (AK19308) is a water-based acrylic wash from the Master Acrylic Wash range by AK Interactive, specifically formulated for inking, pin washing and shading on scale models, wargame miniatures and figures. Its Carmine Dawn tone is a translucent red wash designed to add shadows, depth and smooth transitions in red areas or warm tones. Over red, orange or pink bases it intensifies folds and recesses; applied carefully over warm flesh tones it adds a subtle flush or depth to cheeks, joints and muscles. Available through Feroca, official distributor of AK Interactive in Spain.

Technical specifications

What it is used for

Carmine Dawn Wash is designed to add depth, shadow and contrast in areas that are difficult to reach with a conventional brush. Its fluid viscosity allows the product to flow naturally into the lowest parts of the surface, doing the work in a controlled and effortless way. It is particularly effective in the following contexts:

• Pin washing on panels, joints and recesses of red-painted military vehicles, armoured vehicles and scale aircraft
• General shading of red robes, cloaks and garments on wargame miniatures (infantry, heroes, fantasy figures)
• Inking shields, banners, emblems and red gems on historical and fantasy figures to accentuate their depth and vibrancy
• Adding warm shadow depth to orange or pink base tones on monsters, creatures and war machinery
• Applying a subtle flush or warm depth to cheeks, joints and muscles on flesh-toned figures when used with care
• Dioramas and science fiction vehicles where the warm carmine tone adds a rich ambient colour effect to red-themed surfaces

How to use it

1. Shake the bottle well: before use, shake the bottle for 30–60 seconds to homogenise the pigment with the acrylic medium.
2. Apply with a fine brush: load a fine or medium-tipped brush and deposit the wash directly onto the area to be treated (recesses, crevices, joints). For general shading, spread it over the entire piece with a soft flat brush.
3. Let it flow and work: gravity and surface tension carry the product into the details. If excess remains on flat areas, remove it with a clean, slightly damp brush before it dries.
4. Drying time: allow to dry completely at room temperature (approximately 20–30 minutes depending on the amount applied and ambient conditions).
5. Cleaning: clean the brush with running water immediately after use. If the product has dried on the brush, use an acrylic brush cleaner.

Tips and tricks

Control the amount of product

Overloading the brush can cause unwanted stains on flat areas and make corrections difficult. Work with small amounts and build up the effect progressively, especially when applying the wash over large surfaces with few details.

Combine with other tones for advanced effects

Carmine Dawn works particularly well in combination with darker or neutral washes in transition areas. Apply a darker tone first in the deepest parts and use Carmine Dawn in the intermediate areas to simulate the reflection of a warm ambient light, very common in fantasy, historical or desert settings.

Temperature and humidity matter

In very humid or cold environments the drying time increases. In very dry or hot environments the wash may dry before it has had time to flow correctly into the details. Work in ventilated spaces at a moderate temperature and, if necessary, add a few drops of distilled water to adjust the fluidity without altering the formulation.

Frequently asked questions