{"product_id":"vallejo-rust-and-chipping-set-71-186","title":"Vallejo rust and chipping set 71.186","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product__description a,\n.rte a,\n.product-single__description a,\n.product__description a:visited,\n.rte a:visited,\n.product-single__description a:visited {\n  color: #1f1f1f !important;\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\n  transition: color 0.3s ease !important;\n}\n\n.product__description a:hover,\n.rte a:hover,\n.product-single__description a:hover,\n.product__description a:focus,\n.rte a:focus,\n.product-single__description a:focus {\n  color: #ff6600 !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVallejo 71.186 Rust \u0026amp; Chipping Effects — 8 Model Air Colors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVallejo 71.186 Rust \u0026amp; Chipping Effects Set\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for modelers who want to recreate worn paint, corrosion, oxidized metal, and chipped finishes with a single coordinated palette. This \u003cstrong\u003eModel Air weathering set\u003c\/strong\u003e combines rust tones, support colors, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-chipping-medium-18ml\"\u003eChipping Medium\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-permanent-matt-varnish-520-18ml\"\u003eMatt Varnish\u003c\/a\u003e in one box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis rust and chipping effects set is especially useful for armored vehicles, industrial sci-fi subjects, dioramas, abandoned machinery, terrain, and any project where weather exposure and layered wear are part of the final look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a standard group of rust colors, this set is built around a full \u003cstrong\u003echipping workflow\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than only surface tone selection. It helps modelers build layered rust finishes, worn paint, exposed metal, peeling effects, and sealed matte weathering layers from one coordinated set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these paints belong to the \u003cstrong\u003eModel Air\u003c\/strong\u003e line, they are intended for direct airbrush use or for use with thinner and flow improver when needed. For more ready-to-spray acrylic options, browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/collections\/vallejo-airbrush-paints-model-air\"\u003eVallejo Model Air Paints\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/collections\/vallejo-utility-starter-sets\"\u003eVallejo Utility \u0026amp; Starter Sets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Inside the Rust \u0026amp; Chipping Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes \u003cstrong\u003e8 × 18ml \/ 0.6 fl oz bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e for rust effects, chipped paint, sealing, and weathering workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRef. Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSet Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdditional Modeling Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70.605\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGerman Red Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep rust base, primer-like underlayer, and first stage for worn metal effects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for dark oxide foundations, underpaint for exposed steel, worn track links, and deep rust shadows.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.042\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Brown RLM61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark brown support tone for older corrosion and depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for grimy recesses, dark streaking bases, oxidized weld seams, burnt grime, and aged lower hull areas.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.080\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-tone rust layer for mature corrosion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for general rust blooms, worn exhausts, damaged tools, ship fittings, and oxidized plate transitions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.129\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Rust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighter rust highlight for exposed oxidized surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for sun-dried corrosion, dusty orange edges, oxidized chips, and lighter texture accents over darker rust bases.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.130\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange Rust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh bright rust stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for active corrosion spots, fresh oxidation, bright edge wear, and newer rust stains over chipped paint.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.033\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow Ochre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm support tone for dust, oxide variation, and faded buildup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for dust blending, desert dirt filters, warm grime transitions, and breaking up flat rust areas.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e73.214\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChipping Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium for creating flaked paint, scratches, and chipped top coats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful under the final paint layer whenever you want controlled lifting, peeling, or worn-edge effects.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70.520\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatt Varnish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtective final coat for sealing the effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUseful for locking in layered weathering, reducing unwanted sheen, and preparing surfaces for later washes or pigments.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use This Rust Effects Paint Set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete weathering workflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes rust tones, chipping medium, and a finishing varnish instead of only paint colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in chipping stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included Chipping Medium helps reveal rust layers beneath topcoat paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirbrush-ready Model Air formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for smoother transparent passes and layered oxidation effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful beyond armor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works on ships, industrial terrain, machinery, sci-fi subjects, Warhammer terrain, and diorama accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical finishing support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matt Varnish helps seal the effect once the rust and chipped paint look balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication Tips for Rust and Chipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with \u003cstrong\u003eGerman Red Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eDark Brown RLM61\u003c\/strong\u003e as the deepest underlayer for old metal and shadowed corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild the rust tones gradually using \u003cstrong\u003eRust\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLight Rust\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eOrange Rust\u003c\/strong\u003e to create variation instead of one flat color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply \u003cstrong\u003eChipping Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e between the rust base and the final topcoat when you want worn paint to lift and reveal the oxidized layer underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eYellow Ochre\u003c\/strong\u003e to soften transitions, warm the surface, or blend rust into dustier weathering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal the result with \u003cstrong\u003eMatt Varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e once the effect looks balanced and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the SprayGunner Team\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe chipping medium workflow looks intimidating the first time — and then you cannot stop using it. The key is patience before you scratch: let the topcoat dry for a full \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e before touching it with a damp brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRushing this step is the most common mistake we see. When the timing is right, paint lifts in the spots that would chip on a real vehicle — around hatches, along edges, at corners, and near impact points. Start with light pressure on the brush and work up. You can always remove more; you cannot put paint back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Tip for Realistic Corrosion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more convincing finish, do not keep all rust the same intensity. Use darker tones in recesses, welds, bolts, and lower areas, then bring in \u003cstrong\u003eLight Rust\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eOrange Rust\u003c\/strong\u003e only on the most exposed spots. The \u003cstrong\u003eVallejo rust and chipping set\u003c\/strong\u003e works best when the weathering reads as layered and irregular rather than evenly sprayed across the entire surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions — Vallejo 71.186 Rust \u0026amp; Chipping Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat colors are included in Vallejo 71.186?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes 8 × 18ml bottles: German Red Brown 70.605, Dark Brown RLM61 71.042, Rust 71.080, Light Rust 71.129, Orange Rust 71.130, Yellow Ochre 71.033, Chipping Medium 73.214, and Matt Varnish 70.520.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Chipping Medium and how does it work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChipping Medium is a water-soluble barrier applied between your rust base coats and your topcoat color. After the topcoat dries, a damp brush or sponge can lift and scratch the topcoat away, revealing the rust beneath. This creates realistic worn paint and corrosion without physically damaging the model surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Vallejo Model Air need thinning before airbrushing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Model Air is pre-thinned for airbrush use. Spray directly from the bottle at around 12–15 PSI with a 0.3mm or 0.4mm needle. If you experience tip dry, add a few drops of Vallejo Airbrush Flow Improver instead of thinning with plain water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat subjects work best with the 71.186 set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set works well for WWII and modern armored vehicles, industrial sci-fi terrain, abandoned machinery, ships, terrain pieces, and dioramas. Any subject with exposed metal, peeling paint, or oxidized surfaces can benefit from the full rust and chipping workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this set for brush painting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Model Air is optimized for airbrushing, but brush application works for spot weathering, pin washes in recesses, and blending rust transitions around bolts, welds, and panel edges. A small amount of flow improver can help improve brush control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SprayGunner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52664499110175,"sku":"71186","price":22.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/7294\/6207\/files\/71186-2.webp?v=1783523655","url":"https:\/\/tiuscorp.com\/products\/vallejo-rust-and-chipping-set-71-186","provider":"TIUS Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}