Streaking Grime

Description

AK Interactive — Streaking Grime (SKU: AK012)

Add realistic vertical dirt streaks and grime to any model with AK Interactive’s Streaking Grime. This enamel effects product is designed specifically for the classic “streaking” weathering technique — replicating the natural way dirt, rain, and grime run down vertical surfaces on vehicles, buildings, and equipment.

Note: The formula for this product has been updated and may appear with a slightly green tone in the bottle, but dries to its primarily brown finish as expected.

Key Features:

• Enamel formula — realistic, coloristic tone designed specifically for streaking effects.
• Easy to apply — works with simple brush techniques for consistent, natural results.
• Versatile — pairs well over Dark Yellow, Grey, and other common vehicle base colors.
• 35ml bottle — ideal size for detailed weathering work across multiple builds.

How to Use:

1. Shake well before use.
2. Apply the streaks with a fine pointed brush in irregular vertical lines, starting from the upper parts of the surface.
3. Let dry for about 10 minutes.
4. Take a flat brush dampened with White Spirit and swipe gently over the streaks with light pressure to soften the effect and blend it into a natural look.

Why Modelers Use It

Streaking is one of the most recognizable weathering effects on real vehicles — grime and rain naturally run downward from hatches, vents, and panel lines, creating irregular vertical stains. Streaking Grime is calibrated specifically for this technique, giving modelers control over both the initial line work and the final blended, weathered look.

Ideal for: Military vehicle hulls and turrets, wooden structures and crates, buildings and ruins, and any vertical surface calling for realistic rain and grime streaking effects.