Zero Paints 4015 Fine Metallic Gold Groundcoat Candy 60ML – Fine Gold Metallic Primer for Models

Zero Paints 4015 Fine Metallic Gold Groundcoat Candy 60ML is a high-quality, professional modeling paint designed especially for use as a striking metallic primer under candy-type clear coats. This product has earned recognition among car and motorcycle modelers who value realistic gloss and a deep color effect, as seen on real racing and custom vehicles.

• Capacity: 60 ml
• Type: Ready-to-use pre-thinned airbrush base coat
• Color: Fine Metallic Gold (fine metallic grain, “Fine” type – fine, uniform metallic effect)
• Material: Chemical solvent-based lacquer (not acrylic, not enamel), intended only for airbrush application
• Category: modeling chemicals – specialized finishing paints

Zero Paints Fine Metallic Gold paint is dedicated to plastic, resin, and metal models in every scale – especially recommended for 1/24, 1/12, and 1/20 scales, typical for vehicle, motorsport, sports car, or motorcycle modeling.

The product is used as a groundcoat, i.e. the base color that enhances the transparent candy clear coat, providing a deep color effect and realistic golden sheen. Different types of base coats (fine, medium, coarse) allow precise control of the final surface appearance.

Technical parameters and usage

• Factory pre-thinned for airbrush use – no additional thinning required
• Recommended spraying pressure: 15–40 psi
• Suggested number of coats: 3–4 medium, alternating passes
• Surface dry: up to 10 minutes (dust-dry), full adhesion after 30 minutes
• Matte finish – requires clear coat for final gloss
• For cleaning the airbrush, use only toluene-based thinners or the dedicated Zero Paints Airbrush Cleaner

Who do we recommend it for?

Zero Paints 4015 Fine Metallic Gold Groundcoat Candy 60ML is the perfect choice for both experienced modelers and intermediate enthusiasts who appreciate top quality and a spectacular "showcar" effect. It is particularly ideal for projects requiring an original, deep metallic finish, for example on Formula 1 (F1), Le Mans, custom hot rod, or motorcycle models.

Difficulty level (1-5): 3 – requires skills in working with airbrush and solvent-based paints.

Summary: If you care about a modern, realistic metallic effect – the Zero Paints Fine Metallic series will be perfect! Originality, quality, and ease of application for true automotive and motorcycle modeling enthusiasts.