SM Sheik Mainland Brush Painting Water-Based Enamel Panel Liners (5ml)

If you need crisp panel lines, sharp masked accents, or versatile detailing for your Gunpla/scale model—this 5ml water-based enamel paint is your go-to! It works for both spray and brush paint applications, glides seamlessly along engraved lines for easy panel lining, and lets you wipe away excess to reveal precise accents. Water-based (cleanup with water!) and compatible with most hobby brands (except Mr.Hobby) it’s perfect for beginners and veterans tackling detailed builds.

Key Features

• Dual Application
  Can be used for both spray and brush painting.
• Effortless Panel Lining
  Drips onto engraved lines and flows naturally along crevices; wipe excess with a water-dampened swab/sponge for clean, sharp lines.
• Masking/Wiping Accents
  Create precise details by applying over a dry base coat, then wiping raised areas with water to leave paint only in recesses.
• Water-Based Convenience
  Clean brushes/tools with pure water (no harsh solvents); no need to use medical alcohol (avoids clumping).
• Brand Compatibility
  Works with most hobby paints—note: not compatible with Mr.Hobby (Mr. Hobby’s formula may damage this paint).

Specifications

Usage & Care

1. Prep (for all uses)
• For panel lining, apply a gloss top coat first; let it fully dry before using the enamel paint (eases cleanup of excess paint).
2. Spray Application
• Dilute with small amounts of pure water or Sheik Mainland brush paint thinner (adjust by feel—do NOT use medical alcohol, which causes clumping).
• Clean spray pens with pure water/Sheik Mainland thinner (no medical alcohol).
3. Brush Paint Application
• Use directly (no mandatory dilution) for targeted detailing.
4. Panel Lining Method
• After gloss top coat dries: Dip a brush in the enamel paint, apply to engraved lines (it will flow along crevices).
• Wipe excess paint with a water-dampened swab/sponge.
• Let dry 6 hours (or speed up with a hair dryer—note: finish quality may be reduced); apply a protective top coat after testing compatibility on scrap material (some top coats may dissolve the enamel paint).
5. Masking/Wiping Method
• Let base coat dry fully; apply enamel paint over the area.
• Wipe raised surfaces gently with a water-dampened swab/sponge (only recessed areas retain paint, revealing the base coat on raised edges).
• Recommended layer order: Base paint → Gloss top coat → Enamel paint → Final top coat (gloss/matte).

Precautions

• Do NOT use with Mr.Hobby: Mr.Hobby’s formula may damage this paint.
• No medical alcohol: Avoid for dilution or cleanup (causes clumping).
• Test top coat compatibility: Always test protective top coats on scrap material first (to avoid dissolving the enamel paint).
• Top coat thickness: Apply protective top coats thick enough to form a film (thin coats won’t protect effectively).

Please note that this product is suitable for brush painting, NOT air brushing