{"product_id":"the-army-painter-john-blanche-grim-rust-18ml","title":"THE ARMY PAINTER: John Blanche Masterclass – Grim Rust (18mL)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust {\n    --ap-text: #1f2937;\n    --ap-muted: #4b5563;\n    --ap-border: #d1d5db;\n    --ap-heading: #111827;\n    --ap-link: #000000;\n    --ap-hover: #f37021;\n    --ap-preorder-bg: #fef2f2;\n    --ap-preorder-border: #dc2626;\n    --ap-preorder-text: #991b1b;\n    --ap-note-bg: #fff7ed;\n\n    max-width: 1100px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    color: var(--ap-text);\n    font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n   fff7ed;\n\n    max-width: 1100px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    color: var font-size: 17px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust *,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust *::before,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust *::after {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust h2,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust h3 {\n    margin-top: 0;\n    color: var(--ap-heading);\n    line-height: 1.3;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust h2 {\n    margin-bottom: 14px;\n    font-size: clamp(25px, 4vw, 35px);\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust h3 {\n    margin-bottom: 14px;\n    font-size: clamp(20px, 3vw, 25px);\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust p {\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust ul {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding-left: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust li {\n    margin-bottom: 9px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust strong {\n    color: #000000;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust a,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust a:visited {\n    color: var(--ap-link) !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    text-decoration: none !important;\n    transition:\n      color 0.2s ease,\n      text-decoration-color 0.2s ease;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust a:hover,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust a:focus-visible {\n    color: var(--ap-hover) !important;\n    text-decoration: underline !important;\n    text-underline-offset: 3px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust a:focus-visible {\n    border-radius: 2px;\n    outline: 2px solid var(--ap-hover);\n    outline-offset: 3px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-preorder {\n    margin-bottom: 24px;\n    padding: 17px 19px;\n    color: var(--ap-preorder-text);\n    background: var(--ap-preorder-bg);\n    border: 1px solid var(--ap-preorder-border);\n    border-left: 5px solid var(--ap-preorder-border);\n    border-radius: 9px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-preorder p {\n    margin: 0;\n    color: inherit;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-preorder strong {\n    color: inherit;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-hero {\n    margin-bottom: 24px;\n    padding: clamp(22px, 5vw, 38px);\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fff8f3, #efe4dc);\n    border: 1px solid var(--ap-border);\n    border-radius: 12px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-label {\n    display: inline-block;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n    color: #8a341c;\n    font-size: 13px;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    letter-spacing: 1.25px;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-intro {\n    max-width: 900px;\n    color: var(--ap-muted);\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-stack {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-direction: column;\n    gap: 20px;\n    margin-bottom: 24px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-card,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-section {\n    width: 100%;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border: 1px solid var(--ap-border);\n    border-radius: 10px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-card {\n    padding: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-section {\n    margin-bottom: 24px;\n    padding: 24px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs {\n    width: 100%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs th,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs td {\n    padding: 11px 10px;\n    text-align: left;\n    vertical-align: top;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs th {\n    width: 30%;\n    color: var(--ap-heading);\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs tr:last-child th,\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs tr:last-child td {\n    border-bottom: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-note {\n    margin-bottom: 24px;\n    padding: 17px 19px;\n    background: var(--ap-note-bg);\n    border: 1px solid var(--ap-hover);\n    border-left: 4px solid var(--ap-hover);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-note p {\n    margin: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq details {\n    margin-bottom: 11px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border: 1px solid var(--ap-border);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n  }\n\n  body .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq summary {\n    position: relative;\n    display: block;\n    width: 100%;\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 16px 48px 16px 17px;\n    color: var(--ap-heading) !important;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;\n    font-size: 16px !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    line-height: 1.45 !important;\n    letter-spacing: 0 !important;\n    text-align: left;\n    text-transform: none !important;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq summary::marker {\n    content: \"\";\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq summary::after {\n    content: \"+\";\n    position: absolute;\n    top: 50%;\n    right: 17px;\n    color: var(--ap-hover);\n    font-size: 23px;\n    font-weight: 400;\n    line-height: 1;\n    transform: translateY(-50%);\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq details[open] summary::after {\n    content: \"−\";\n  }\n\n  .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq details[open] summary {\n    background: #fafafa;\n  }\n\n  body .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq-answer {\n    padding: 0 17px 17px !important;\n    color: var(--ap-muted) !important;\n    font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;\n    font-size: 17px !important;\n    font-weight: 400 !important;\n    line-height: 1.7 !important;\n  }\n\n  body .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq-answer p {\n    margin: 0 !important;\n    color: inherit !important;\n    font-family: inherit !important;\n    font-size: inherit !important;\n    line-height: inherit !important;\n  }\n\n  @media screen and (max-width: 700px) {\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust {\n      font-size: 16px;\n    }\n\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-card,\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-section {\n      padding: 19px;\n    }\n\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs th,\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs td {\n      display: block;\n      width: 100%;\n      padding: 8px 4px;\n    }\n\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs th {\n      padding-bottom: 1px;\n      border-bottom: 0;\n    }\n\n    .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-specs td {\n      padding-top: 1px;\n    }\n\n    body .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq summary {\n      padding: 14px 42px 14px 14px !important;\n      font-size: 15px !important;\n    }\n\n    body .ap-jb-grim-rust .ap-faq-answer {\n      padding: 0 14px 14px !important;\n      font-size: 16px !important;\n      line-height: 1.65 !important;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ap-jb-grim-rust\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-preorder\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePreorder Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is expected to be released\n      on September 19, 2026.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"ap-label\"\u003eJohn Blanche Masterclass Rust Effect Paint\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003e\n      THE ARMY PAINTER: John Blanche Masterclass – Grim Rust (18mL)\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"ap-intro\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eGrim Rust\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Warpaints Fanatic Effects paint\n      developed by The Army Painter in collaboration with John Blanche. It is\n      designed to add rusty discoloration, dirt, weathering, and aged\n      atmosphere to metal, armor, machinery, terrain, bases, footwear, and\n      other heavily worn miniature surfaces.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-stack\"\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"ap-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Official The Army Painter product code \u003cstrong\u003eWP4018P\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Developed in collaboration with \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Blanche\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Specialist Warpaints Fanatic Effects paint for miniature weathering.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Designed to add realistic rust and aged surface discoloration.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Useful for metal, armor, machinery, weapons, vehicles, and terrain.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Can be diluted for rust staining, dirty runoff, and muddy washes.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Suitable for tying a miniature visually into a muddy or weathered base.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Can be layered with darker and brighter rust-effect colors.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Acrylic formula made for models and miniatures.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003cli\u003e\n          Supplied in an \u003cstrong\u003e18mL dropper bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection class=\"ap-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003ctable class=\"ap-specs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eThe Army Painter\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eJohn Blanche Masterclass\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePaint Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eWarpaints Fanatic Effects\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColor Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eGrim Rust\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEffect Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eRust and weathering effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePaint Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eAcrylic miniature effects paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eApplication Effect\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eRust discoloration, staining, grime, and aged weathering\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePrimary Surfaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eMetal, armor, machinery, terrain, bases, and model details\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eContainer\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eDropper bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e18mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eWP4018P\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eModels, miniatures, terrain, and basing\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eRust and Weathering for Miniatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grim Rust is intended for adding rusty color, staining, dirt, and\n      weathered character to surfaces that should appear old, exposed, or\n      poorly maintained.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      It can be concentrated around recesses and damage or spread more broadly\n      across terrain and basing when a dirtier, more atmospheric result is\n      required.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Grimdark Painting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The John Blanche Masterclass collection supports expressive, gritty,\n      gothic, and story-driven miniature painting.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grim Rust helps break up clean surfaces and gives armor, machinery,\n      weapons, terrain, and bases a more worn and narrative appearance.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eRust Staining on Metal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Apply Grim Rust around rivets, bolts, armor joints, vents, scratches,\n      damaged edges, and recessed mechanical details where corrosion and\n      moisture would naturally collect.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Thin applications can be pulled downward from these points to create\n      rusty runoff and staining.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWeathering Armor and Weapons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Use Grim Rust on armor plates, shields, weapons, chains, mechanical\n      components, vehicle parts, and exposed metal details.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Apply the effect selectively so the original metallic or painted surface\n      remains visible beneath the weathering.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eMuddy Bases and Lower-Model Weathering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grim Rust can be heavily diluted and applied across muddy bases to add\n      warm, dirty variation to an established brown foundation.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Bringing a small amount onto boots, feet, wheels, tracks, or lower armor\n      helps visually connect the model to the ground beneath it.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eTerrain, Ruins and Industrial Scenery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The effect works on pipes, machinery, metal flooring, ruins, doors,\n      generators, storage tanks, wreckage, and other industrial terrain.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Concentrate it around joints, damaged areas, drainage points, seams, and\n      places where standing moisture would naturally produce corrosion.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eLayering Rust Effects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grim Rust can be combined with darker or brighter rust-effect colors to\n      create more varied corrosion.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Begin with darker weathering across the broad damaged area, place Grim\n      Rust over selected sections, and reserve brighter orange rust for the\n      smallest and freshest-looking marks.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWorking with Dark Rust and Fresh Rust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Use a darker rust color to establish old corrosion and depth. Apply Grim\n      Rust as a transitional rusty stain, then introduce a brighter fresh-rust\n      effect only on selected areas.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Allowing portions of every layer to remain visible creates more natural\n      color variation than covering the complete surface with one uniform\n      rust tone.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eControlled Rust Streaks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Thin Grim Rust gradually and apply it below bolts, joints, scratches,\n      panel gaps, and damaged edges.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Pull the paint in the direction that moisture would travel, then soften\n      the end of the streak with a clean, lightly damp brush before it dries.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eStippling and Sponge Application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      A worn brush or small piece of torn sponge can create irregular patches\n      of corrosion across armor, vehicles, machinery, and terrain.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Remove most of the paint before touching the model and build the effect\n      gradually. Uneven placement usually appears more natural than repeated\n      marks of the same size and shape.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eGlazing and Surface Discoloration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grim Rust can be diluted into a thin glaze for broad rusty discoloration\n      over metal, earth, stone, or painted surfaces.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Several light coats offer more control than one heavy application and\n      allow the underlying detail and base color to remain visible.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eSuggested Painting Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRust staining around rivets, bolts, and armor joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWeathered weapons, machinery, and vehicle parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCorroded industrial terrain, pipes, doors, and wreckage\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMuddy bases, dirty ground, and aged scenery\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBoots, feet, wheels, tracks, and lower-model weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRust streaks, runoff, discoloration, and grime\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLayered corrosion with Dark Rust and Fresh Rust effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGrimdark and John Blanche-inspired miniature painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eShake the bottle thoroughly for approximately 30 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eDispense a small amount to check that the paint is evenly mixed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eShake again for several seconds if separation remains visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eApply the effect over a dry painted surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eUse it directly for stronger rust marks and concentrated staining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eAdd water or compatible acrylic medium gradually for thinner effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eApply irregularly around damage, recesses, joints, and lower surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n      \u003cli\u003eAllow each layer to dry before adding further rust or weathering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eBuilding Rust Gradually\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Start with less effect than you think you need. It is easier to add\n      another application than to remove a large, uniform rust patch.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Keep some clean or lightly weathered surface visible so the strongest\n      corrosion remains focused and believable.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eCreating a Wet, Muddy Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Grim Rust can provide the dirty color variation on a muddy base, while a\n      suitable varnish may be added after the paint has dried when a wet\n      surface appearance is required.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Apply any varnish as a separate finishing stage and follow the\n      instructions supplied with that varnish.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePaint-Type Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grim Rust is a Warpaints Fanatic\n      Effects paint. It should not be classified as a standard Warpaints\n      Fanatic color, miniature wash, Speedpaint, metallic paint, primer, or\n      pre-thinned airbrush paint.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eWeathering Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rust is most convincing when built\n      gradually with irregular marks, staining, and several related tones\n      rather than one uniform coat.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eColor Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screen settings, lighting, underlying\n      colors, application thickness, and surrounding weathering can affect the\n      finished appearance. Refer to the physical bottle or a painted sample\n      when an exact result is required.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eApplication Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the existing basecoat to dry\n      completely before applying Grim Rust. Test heavily diluted mixtures on a\n      spare surface before applying them across a finished model.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ap-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSafety Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow all instructions and precautions\n      printed on the physical product label. This product is not suitable for\n      children under 14 years of age.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eJohn Blanche and grimdark-inspired miniature painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRust, corrosion, staining, and dirty weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eArmor, weapons, machinery, vehicles, and metal details\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMuddy bases and lower-model weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eIndustrial terrain, ruins, pipes, and wreckage\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFantasy, science-fiction, historical, and gothic miniatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eTabletop armies, display figures, vehicles, and scenery\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBeginners and experienced miniature painters\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section ap-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat type of paint is Grim Rust?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Grim Rust is an acrylic Warpaints Fanatic Effects paint designed for\n          rust, weathering, basing, and narrative miniature finishes.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs Grim Rust a standard Warpaints Fanatic color?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. It belongs to the Warpaints Fanatic Effects range rather than\n          the standard opaque color range.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow much paint is included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          The dropper bottle contains 18mL of Grim Rust effects paint.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan Grim Rust be used on metal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. It can be used on armor, weapons, chains, machinery, vehicles,\n          pipes, and other painted metallic surfaces.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan Grim Rust be used on miniature bases?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. The Army Painter uses heavily diluted Grim Rust across muddy\n          bases and lower model surfaces in official painting tutorials.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan Grim Rust be thinned?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. It can be diluted gradually for staining, glazing, rusty\n          runoff, muddy washes, and lighter weathering applications.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan it be combined with other rust effects?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. It can be layered with darker rust, brighter fresh-rust, and\n          verdigris effects to create more varied corrosion.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan Grim Rust be applied with a sponge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. A torn sponge or worn brush can create irregular patches of\n          corrosion and weathering.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShould the bottle be shaken before use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. Shake the bottle for approximately 30 seconds, check the\n          consistency, and shake again when the paint is not evenly mixed.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs Grim Rust a miniature wash?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ap-faq-answer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. It is classified as a Warpaints Fanatic Effects paint, although\n          it can be heavily diluted for wash-like weathering applications.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ap-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eExplore More Miniature Paints\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Browse more products from\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/collections\/army-painter\"\u003eThe Army Painter\u003c\/a\u003e,\n      explore additional\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/collections\/the-army-painter-effects\"\u003eThe Army Painter Effects Paints\u003c\/a\u003e,\n      or find more supplies in the\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/collections\/figure-painting\"\u003eFigure and Miniature Painting collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"THE ARMY PAINTER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47502426636450,"sku":"WP4018P","price":4.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6159\/9138\/files\/WP4018P-1.webp?v=1786082145","url":"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/the-army-painter-john-blanche-grim-rust-18ml","provider":"SprayGunner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}