Shining Shades

JamesR · **Posted:** Tue May 06, 2014 9:09 pm

So recently my GW Deep Brown shade (Agrax Earthshade) has become relatively shiny when applied to my models, regardless of the material the model is made of. I'm unsure as to why this started and how to correct it as that's one of the shades i most use.

Any help would be appreciated

jdizzy001 · **Posted:** Tue May 06, 2014 9:15 pm

Have you tried watering the wash down? Once the mini is painted you could put on a layer of dull coat.

Gandlaf the Grey · **Posted:** Tue May 06, 2014 9:33 pm

Get a Matt varnish to apply over the top, I use vallejo which is excellent. It will also give the paint some protection from handling.

Wise Old Elf · **Posted:** Tue May 06, 2014 10:15 pm

I have had this problem before, nothing a little H20 can't solve. Simple add a few drops into the pot and give it a good shake, then just use your (new) wash as you would normally. Very occasionally, you'll still get a minor shimmer on your miniatures, but very often this will not be the case unless your wash is applied far too heavily - by which I mean you cannot see the miniature you've drenched it so much.

Frogmortonjustice65 · **Joined:** Sat Jun 22, 2013 10:21 pm **Posts:** 129

I also vigorously shake the paint pot for about a minute before using it, I find this makes the wash go on less shiny. I don't remember when, but there was another thread about this on the forum where I found that particular piece of advice.

Ukfreddybear · **Posted:** Tue May 13, 2014 3:39 pm

Yep a shake of the pot is usually enough. The sheen tends to sit on the top of the wash inside the pot once settled so its important to remember that shake if you don't want a shiny mini.

JamesR · **Posted:** Tue May 13, 2014 3:43 pm

Thanks for all the input. I just really didn't want a shiny jacket on my Frodo lol

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