Humbrol Paints & Accessories

Humbrol sets the standard for all modelling paints and accessories and is not only recommended for painting Airfix models, but also a multitude of other crafts, whether they be paper, wood, metal, glass or many other materials.

A solvent-based, fast dry paint developed for use on plastic model kits but which can be also used on other substrates. Matt, Satin, Gloss, Metallic, Metalcote and Clear Finishes are available.
Brush straight from the tin or airbrush with a suitable thinner such as Humbrol Enamel Thinners.

Complimenting Humbrol's famous Enamel paint, Humbrol Acrylic paint gives you a water based alternative for over 80 colours without compromising the finish quality.
It's an easy to apply paint that dries in 1-2 hours and brushes can be cleaned with water, so no need for solvent cleaners.

A fast dry acrylic based paint for use not only on plastic kits, but also other plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, card, sealed plaster, hardboard and MDF as well as many other uses in crafting, DIY and automotive. (Always test on a small area first to check suitability). All spray cans contain 150ml.

As acrylic varnish is unsuitable to put over enamel paints, there are three enamel varnishes to use over this paint type.

Now available - a new acrylic range of popular railway colours developed to suit the many variations on the UK rail network. These paints are also ideally suited for weathering, dry-brushing and re-touching, taking your model railway hobby to a new level.

Three great ranges of brushes suitable for all modelling and craft uses. All the brushes are available individually with an assortment pack for each type too.

The Coloro range of brushes are perfectly suited for all types of paint, but are particularly good when used in conjunction with the new Humbrol Acrylic Paint. Made from man-made fibre.			Made from natural hair, Evoco brushes are the perfect "all-round" brush for many model and hobby uses, keeping their shape and quality long after their first use.			The Palpo are natural sable hair brushes and are the ultimate modelling brush, keeping their points and shape to allow for accurate and detailed painting particularly figure work.
Size 00 Size 0 Size 1 Size 2 Size 4 Size 6 Size 8 Size 12	AG4030 AG4000 AG4001 AG4002 AG4004 AG4006 AG4008 AG4012		Size 000 Size 0 Size 2 Size 4 Size 6 Size 8 Size 10 Size 12	AG4131 AG4100 AG4102 AG4104 AG4106 AG4108 AG4110 AG4112		Size 00000 Size 000 Size 0 Size 2 Size 4 Size 6	AG4233 AG4231 AG4200 AG4202 AG4204 AG4206
Coloro (green) pack. Size 00, 1, 4, 8 - AG4050			Evoco (red) pack. Size 0, 2, 4, 6 - AG4150			Palpo (brown) pack. Size 000, 0, 2, 4 - AG4250

	matt cote		satin cote		gloss cote
	A solvent-based varnish that goes on clear and dries clear, overcoming the yellowing effect associated with traditional varnishes. The product dries to a smooth, low-sheen matt finish. AC5600		A solvent-based varnish that goes on clear and drives clear, overcoming the yellowing effect associated with traditional varnishes. The product dries to a  smooth, mid-sheen satin/eggshell finish. 28ml bottle. AC5400		A solvent-based varnish that goes on clear and drives clear, overcoming the yellowing effect associated with traditional varnishes. The product dries to a smooth, high-sheen finish. 28ml bottle. AC5500
	clearfix		decalfix		maskol
	A solvent-based polymer solution for use as an adhesive on clear plastic parts without the risk of the "frosting" effect sometimes seen using traditional glues and for making small windows or translucent areas of 3mm of less. 28ml bottle. AC5707		A water-based solution for softening decals and securing them into position. 28ml bottle. AC6133		A rubber solution that can be applied to surfaces to prevent them from being painted. When the paint has dried the Maskol can simply be peeled off. 28ml bottle. AD5216

 

	enamel thinners		liquid poly
	Thinning down of solvent-based enamel paints most commonly for airbrushing.		A solvent-based cement suitable for plastic model kits only. The product is a low viscosity version or Polycement to enable application by brush.
	125ml tin AC7429 28ml bottle AC7500		28ml bottle AE2500

poly Cement	balsa cement	model filler
A solvent-based cement suitable for plastic model kits only. 12ml medium (tube) AE4021 24ml large (tube) AE4422	A quick drying transparent cement for balsa, other soft woods and cork. 24ml (tube) AE0603	A model filler which can be sanded, filed and painted once dry. 31ml (tube) AE3016

 

tool set	cutting mat	tool box
The kit modeller's tool set The "Kit Modellers" tool set is specifically designed for the Airfix and plastic kit modeller - sprue clippers, tweezers, needle file and knife; all designed for making the perfect model AG9150	The kit modeller's mat The "Kit Modellers" Cutting Mat is a self-sealing mat with graphics and scale markings to suit all categories of plastic modelling. AG9151	The kit modeller's big tool set The "Kit Modellers" BIG Tool set has everything you'll ever need to make your Airfix plastic model - sprue clippers, tweezers, needle file, knife, mini-snips, pin vice, 2mm drill bit, finger sander/decal slider and low tension mini-clamp ideal for holding your models steady without ant risk of damage. AG9153

Humbrol products can be used on many different products and surfaces. The following tables have been put together to help you with not only these other potential applications, but also with other guidance when using these great products.

Paint	Product	Usage	Substrate	Application	Drying Time	Coverage	How to Clean
	Enamel Paint	A solvent-based fast dry paint developed for use on plastic model kits but which can also be used on other substrates (see right). Matt, Satin, Gloss, Metallic, Metalcote and Clear finishes are available.	A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and more (always try on a small test area to check suitability).	Brush straight from the tin. Airbrush with a suitable thinner such as Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Two twin coats are preferable to one thick coat. The usual thinning ratio is 2 parts paints to 1 part thinner. Note that Metalcote colours are designed to be polished when fully dry.	Gloss: 1-2 hours Matt & Satin: 20-40 minutes touch dry, up to 24 hours for hard dry. Metallics: hard dry in approx. 10 days. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat: 6 hours minimum (preferably overnight)	14ml tinlet cover approx. 0.3m2 depending on thickness or application.	Brushes: Use Humbrol Enamel Thinners Airbrush: flush thoroughly using Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Product is permanent once dry.
	Acrylic Paint	A water-based, fast dry paint developed for use on plastic model kits but which can also be used on other substrates. Matt, Gloss, Metallic and Clear finishes are available.	A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and more (always try on a small test area to check suitability).	Brush straight from the tin or Airbrush with a suitable thinner such as water. Two thin coats are preferable to one thick coat. The usual thinning ratio is 2 parts paint to one part water.	1-2 hours 'Hard-Dry', please allow longer for gloss and metallic finishes.	14ml tinlet cover approx. 0.3m2 depending on thickness or application.	Brushes: Water when wet, cellulose when dry
	Modellers Spray Paint	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 and Clear finishes are available.	A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and more (always try on a small test area to check suitability).	Aerosol Spray. Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action.	As for enamel paint. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat: When wet or after 24 hours.	Dependent on application and thickness or coats.	Can be removed if not fully dry with Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Product is permanent once dry.

 

Glues	Product	Usage	Substrate	Coverage	Application	Drying Time	How to Clean
	Poly Cement	A solvent-based cement suitable for plastic model kits only.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS. The product works by melting the plastic on application and welding two glued pieces of plastic together to form a strong bond.	Dependent on application and thickness of coats.	Directly onto plastic model kits. A cocktail stick can be useful to apply sparingly to small areas or fine details.	Surface dry in 10-20mins. Fully dry in 1 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.	Can be removed if not fully dry by re-dissolving with Humbrol Liquid Poly or Precision poly. Product is permanent once dry.
	Liquid Poly	A solvent-based cement suitable for plastic model kits only. The product is low viscosity version of polycement to enable application by brush.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS. The product works by melting the plastic on application and welding two glued pieces of plastic together to form a strong bond.	Dependent on application and thickness of coats.	Directly onto plastic model kits. An integral brush is supplied. A cocktail stick can be useful to apply sparingly to small areas or fine details.	Surface dry in 10-20mins. Fully dry in 1 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.	Can be removed if not fully dry by re-dissolving with Humbrol Liquid Poly or Precision poly. Product is permanent once dry.
	Precision Poly Cement	A solvent-based cement suitable for plastic model kits only. The product's viscosity is low to enable precision delivery of fine amounts of cement.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS. The product works by melting the plastic on application and welding two glued pieces of plastic together to form a strong bond.	Dependent on application and thickness of coats.	Directly onto plastic model kits. A bottle lid features a very thin tube to deliver the sparingly to small areas or fine details.	Surface dry in 10-20mins. Fully dry in 1 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.	Can be removed if not fully dry by re-dissolving with Humbrol Liquid Poly or Precision poly. Product is permanent once dry.
	Model Filler	Fills hairline cracks and gaps between plastic parts. The product can be sanded when fully dry using a fine grade of sandpaper.	Plastic model kits.	N/A	Directly onto substrate without excessive application of product. If gaps are deep two thin coats are preferable to one thick coat.	Surface dry in 1-2hours. Fully dry in 24 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.	Excess filler should be wiped away using a damp cloth. Product is permanent once dry.
	Balsa Cement	A quick drying transparent cement for balsa, other soft woods and cork.	Balsa, other soft woods and cork.	N/A	Directly onto substrate	20 to 30mins. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.	Excess cement should be wiped away using a damp cloth. Product is permanent once dry.

 

Application	Product	Usage	Substrate	Coverage	Application	Drying Time	How to Clean
	Clearfix	A solvent based polymer solution for use as an adhesive on clear plastic parts without the risk of 'frosting' effect sometimes seen with traditional glues and for making windows translucent areas of 3mm or less.	Common plastics used to manufacturer model kits including polystyrene and ABS.	N/A	A cocktail stick is usually the most practical means of application. Run a small drop of Clearfix around the edge of the window then draw across the opening to produce a thin membrane.	Overnight	Excess should be wiped away using a damp cloth. Permanent once dry.
	Decalfix	A water-based solution for softening decals and securing them into position.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS.	N/A	Brush on to decals or immerse them into Decalfix for approx 45 seconds or until softened. Slide off using a brush and dab dry with tissue paper.	20-30 minutes. Do not try to force dry decals, they may crease or shrivel.	Excess should be wiped away using a damp cloth.
	Maskol	BA rubber solution that can be applied to surfaces to prevent them being painted. When the paint has dried the Maskol can be simply peeled off.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS, and a wide variety of other applications including glass.	N/A	Brush only. Apply to surface, allow to dry and paint over. When paint is dry peel off the Maskol.	15-20 minutes.	Peel off when painting is finished. Excess product should be wiped away using a damp cloth.
	Brushes	Sable hair or pony hair brushes that come in a wide variety of sizes according to whether larger areas or fine detail are to be painted. Brushes can also be cut to a specific profile using scissors if required.	A wide variety including virtually any modelling or artists material including common plastics, canvas, paper, cardboard and many others.	N/A	To suit circumstances and modellers	N/A	Acrylic Paints: clean using cold water. Enamel or oil-based paints: clean using Humbrol Enamel Thinners.
	Airbrush	A pressurised spray gun that enables spraying of a variety of paints and inks for many art, craft, graphic design and DIY usages. Airbrush and Aerosol power pack are purchased separately.	According to the type of paint or being used.	According to the type of paint or ink being used and thickness of coating applied	Paints will generally require thinning before being airbrushed. It is advisable to do test areas to ensure the right paint consistency and flow of paint through the airbrush.	According to the type of paint or ink being used	Acrylic paint/ink: Flush thoroughly with water. Enamel or oil-based paints: flush thoroughly with Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Ensure the airbrush is cleaned after every application, otherwise blocking of the nozzle or colour contamination can occur.
	Enamel Thinners	Thinning down solvent-based paints and cleaning.	N/A	N/A	As for the paint being used.	Paint drying times may vary with the addition of Enamel Thinners.	Drying times may vary depending on the amount of thinners used.

 

Finishing	Product	Usage	Substrate	Coverage	Application	Drying Time	How to Clean
	Matt Cote	A solvent-based varnish that goes on clear and dries clear, overcoming the yellowing effect associated with traditional varnishes. The product dries to a smooth, low-sheen matt finish.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS, as well as MDF. Mattcote is usually applied as the final coat to a fully painted and decaled model.	Dependent on application and thickness of coats.	Brush or airbrush. Thin suitably when airbrushing using Cellulose thinners.	Surface dry in 1 hour. Fully dry after 24 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat after 24 hours.	Brushes: Use Cellulose thinners. Airbrushes: Flush through using cellulose thinners.
	Satin Cote	A solvent-based varnish that goes on clear and dries clear, overcoming the yellowing effect associated with traditional varnishes. The product dries to a smooth, low-sheen matt finish.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS, as well as MDF. Satincote is usually applied as the final coat to a fully painted and decaled model.	Dependent on application and thickness of coats.	Brush or airbrush. Thin suitably when airbrushing using Cellulose thinners.	Surface dry in 1 hour. Fully dry after 24 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat after 24 hours.	Brushes: Use Cellulose thinners. Airbrushes: Flush through using cellulose thinners.
	Gloss Cote	A solvent-based varnish that goes on clear and dries clear, overcoming the yellowing effect associated with traditional varnishes. The product dries to a smooth, low-sheen matt finish.	Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and ABS, as well as MDF. Glosscote is usually applied as the final coat to a fully painted and decaled model.	Dependent on application and thickness of coats.	Brush or airbrush. Thin suitably when airbrushing using Cellulose thinners.	Surface dry in 1 hour. Fully dry after 24 hours. Drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity. Recoat after 24 hours.	Brushes: Use Cellulose thinners. Airbrushes: Flush through using cellulose thinners.