ATOM COLOR Satin White

The color

Satin White is a pure white from the ATOM line. A satin finish lies between a matte and a gloss surface: it does not shine like a clear coat, but neither does it go flat into a chalky impression. That half-fine sheen is exactly what a well kept finish on a real machine tends to have, and that is why it reads better on a model than a hard matte surface. White is at the same time a shade that forgives nothing, as every unevenness stands out under it, so it pays to prepare the surface properly before painting.

Where you will use it

White suits the fuselages of airliners and civilian machines, ambulances and rescue vehicles, ship superstructures, the light areas of sports cars and small details such as stripes, numbers and quickly applied winter finishes. Under poorly covering shades, that is under yellow, orange and red, it works as a light base that brightens the color. A satin surface also takes decals better than a matte one, because no air pockets form under the film on a smooth area.

Application

Stir the container thoroughly before work, because the pigment settles at the bottom. Apply thin coats and let them set; one heavy coat floods the engraved detail and peels at the edges. White covers slowly, so count on several passes. Choose the thinner, the thinning ratio, the spraying pressure and the cleaning of tools according to the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging, and use a thinner intended for this line.

Terms of supply

The paint alone is supplied. The thinner, brushes, spraying equipment and model are not included, unless stated otherwise.