AK Interactive Panel Liner – Light Rust

Bright Rust Weathering Wash for Early Oxidation, Worn Edges & Metal Detail

The AK Interactive Panel Liner – Light Rust is a high-quality enamel rust effects wash designed to replicate fresh rust, early oxidation, and warm metal wear on scale models. Its bright orange-brown tone adds authentic rust buildup to exposed edges, chipped paint, tools, track links, mechanical parts, and industrial surfaces.

Developed as a precision panel line wash and engraved detail wash, Light Rust flows naturally into recesses, bolts, weld seams, and texture—delivering natural rust weathering that enhances both clean models and heavy-weathered subjects.

Why Modelers Choose Light Rust for Fresh Oxidation

Accurate early-stage rust coloration

Light Rust recreates bright, newly formed oxidation, ideal for steel surfaces just beginning to corrode.

Excellent flow for panel lines and details

This ultra-thin enamel wash moves effortlessly into recessed detail, providing crisp rust definition without over-saturation.

Perfect for layered rust weathering

Use Light Rust as a base for multi-stage rust effects, gradually building complexity with darker rust tones, streaking grime, pigments, or textured weathering products.

Where Light Rust Performs Best

• Exposed steel and chipped paint areas
• Track links, tools, and equipment
• Sci-fi and mecha joints and mechanical details
• Industrial machinery and construction vehicles
• Post-apocalyptic or battle-damaged surfaces
• Metal aging on dioramas and terrain

Key Features

• Enamel rust weathering wash
• Bright rust tone for early oxidization
• Outstanding capillary action for recessed detail shading
• Ready-to-apply formula
• Works for subtle rust tones and bold corrosion
• Suitable for beginners and advanced techniques
• Cleans easily with enamel thinner
• Compatible with sealed acrylic and lacquer paints

How Light Rust Enhances Scale Model Weathering

Use this scale modelling wash to:

• Add fresh rust buildup to damaged or scratched metal
• Highlight engraved details with warm rust tones
• Create natural rust streaking on vertical surfaces
• Add contrast to mechanical parts and armor plates
• Begin multi-layer rust effects with realistic brightness

Light Rust brings life, color, and authenticity to any metal surface, whether lightly worn or heavily aged.

How to Apply AK Interactive Panel Liner – Light Rust

1. Apply over a gloss or satin varnish.
2. Shake thoroughly before use.
3. Apply into panel lines, recesses, and textured metal areas using a fine brush.
4. Let capillary action distribute the wash naturally.
5. Clean excess with a brush or swab dampened with enamel thinner.
6. For intense oxidation, layer additional passes or combine with darker rust washes.

Perfect For

• Early rust weathering
• Light-to-medium corrosion buildup
• Panel lining mechanical components
• Rust effects on armor, vehicles, and industrial subjects
• Mecha joints and sci-fi details
• Warm color variation in rust layering

Product Summary

The AK Interactive Panel Liner – Light Rust is an essential rust effects wash for modelers seeking fresh, bright oxidation and realistic metal wear. Its smooth flow and vivid rust tone make it perfect for detailing exposed metal surfaces, building multi-stage rust effects, or adding subtle warm aging to any scale model.

Whether used alone or in advanced rust weathering workflows, Light Rust adds life, depth, and convincing realism to your projects.