Vallejo 77145 - True Metallic Metal 145 Forged Red Shade acrylic paint 18 ml

Vallejo 77145 Forged Red Shade – Acrylic shading wash for True Metallic applications

Vallejo 77145 – Forged Red Shade is a non-metallic SHADE wash from the True Metallic Metal range, purpose-built for shading red metallic tones such as Forged Red, Ruby Red, Crimson Magenta and related hues from the BASE and LIGHT ranges.

The wash deepens contrast, enhances detail and settles naturally into recesses without muting the metallic lustre. Its satin finish allows red metals to remain vibrant and reflective even after shading.

Set details:

• Volume: 18 ml
• Type: SHADE acrylic wash (non-metallic)
• Color: Forged Red Shade
• Finish: satin, preserving metallic shine
• Use: shading red metallic schemes
• Application: brush or airbrush

About Vallejo 77145 Forged Red Shade:

This deep red wash uses Vallejo’s Xpress Color technology for smooth flow, clean shading behaviour and fast drying. It produces natural shadows ideal for red armour, demonic elements, ornate decorations, sci-fi components and all warm red-metallic effects.

About SHADE colours in the True Metallic Metal system:

SHADE paints are crucial within the BSL (Base – Shade – Light) structure:

• BASE: high-coverage metallic foundations
• SHADE: satin washes — including Forged Red Shade
• LIGHT: bright metallic highlights
• AIRBRUSH: airbrush-ready BASE variants

Because SHADE washes do not reduce metallic reflectivity, they are essential for achieving rich, high-contrast red-metal finishes.

Usage tips:

• Shake thoroughly before use.
• Apply over dry BASE or LIGHT layers.
• Brush: apply neat or thin with water.
• Airbrush: ready to spray directly.
• Ideal for shading vivid or dark red metallic effects.

About Vallejo:

Vallejo is a world-leading manufacturer of acrylic paints for miniature painters and scale model builders. The True Metallic Metal range provides a modern, complete system for realistic, expressive and luminous metallic surfaces.