Bright Silver Metallic Wash

Real Heavy Metal Range

Stock # IONIC-0820 Wash (20 ml)

Real Heavy Metal Bright Silver Metallic Wash from Ionic Smart Colours is the ultimate solution for creating natural depth and definition in silver surfaces on your miniatures. As the second step in Ionic’s innovative 3-step system, this wash is specifically formulated to flow into recesses and joints without dulling the lustre of the underlying metallic base.

Bright Silver Metallic Wash differs from traditional washes in that it preserves the metallic character even in the shadows. Thanks to its unique formula, it creates smooth transitions and accentuates every rivet, joint and detail on armour or machine components. The result is a surface with professional contrast that feels both three-dimensional and genuine, which is essential for a convincing metallic finish.

• Specialised Wash (IONIC-0820): Formulated to work in perfect synergy with Bright Silver Base, but works great on all bright silver tones.
• Preserves reflection: Creates dark shadows in recesses while the raised areas retain their metallic shine.
• Smart Packaging: Comes in a practical 20 ml bottle with a one-handed mechanism that makes dosing easy and reduces the risk of dehydration.
• Easy application: The optimal viscosity means that the paint automatically finds its way to the details, minimising the risk of stains on flat surfaces.

• Step 1 – Base: Start with your metallic base colour (for example, Bright Silver Base) to set the tone.
• Step 2 – Wash (This Product): Apply Bright Silver Metallic Wash over the entire surface or precision paint in joints to create definition and natural shadows.
• Step 3 – Highlight: Finish with a light metallic highlight on the edges to make the most exposed areas pop and simulate reflected light.

SERIES information:

The Ultimate Metallic System for Miniatures, Wargames, and Scale Modeling

This is a single bottle, also available in the set of three BASE * WASH * HIGHLIGHT

Painting metallics can be one of the most frustrating parts of the hobby. Many painters struggle with:

• Chunky finish or visible brushstrokes
• Uneven or patchy shine
• Dull metallics or muddy mixes
• Shadows that kill reflectivity
• Harsh, unrealistic highlights
• Metallic pigment rubbing off
• Tone shifts depending on viewing angle

Real Heavy Metal eliminates these issues with a professional, fast, and extremely intuitive system. Developed by IONIC over more than a year of testing and refinement, it delivers a bright, stable, true metallic finish that remains consistent under any working conditions. Engineered for all skill levels — from beginners seeking instant impact to advanced painters demanding maximum performance.

A Professional 3-Step Metallic System: Base • Wash • Highlight

Real Heavy Metal is a complete, coordinated triad system. Each set includes:3 bottles • 3 tones • 3 steps — Base, Wash, and Highlight.

Follow the sequence. No complex blending. No mixing required.

1-Metallic Base

High-coverage formula that covers in a single coat. Fast drying and engineered to deliver authentic metallic shine from the very first layer. Maximum intensity with minimal effort.

2-Metallic Wash

A true metallic ink designed to flow effortlessly into recesses. Instantly enhances panel lines, armor joints, and recessed details. Adds depth and volume while preserving reflectivity — perfect for fast, controlled shading.

3-Metallic Highlight

Specifically calibrated to brighten the base tone without creating harsh transitions. The ultra-fine metallic pigment ensures smooth blending, natural reflections, and professional color harmony.

Superior Quality: True Metallic Shine and Maximum Durability

Real Heavy Metal paints deliver:

• Exceptional coverage
• Perfect self-leveling with no visible brush marks
• Ultra-fine metallic pigment for hyper-realistic reflections
• High durability — resistant to enamels, oils, and weathering effects without lifting
• Flawless performance by brush or airbrush

Smart Bottle Design — Built for Hobbyists. All three tones come in IONIC’s exclusive 20 ml bottle:

• Flexible and easy to squeeze
• Transparent body to see the real color
• Quick one-handed cap opening and closing
• Secure, leak-proof seal
• Stainless steel mixing ball included

The paint mixes easily, does not reactivate with water once dry, and can be blended with other IONIC acrylics to create cool, warm, aged, oxidized, or fully customized metallic effects.

Perfect for Every Metallic Surface. Ideal for:

• Dark steel weapons and industrial machinery
• Bright silver and gold armor, blades, jewelry, buckles, and fine details
• Antique gold, copper, and aged bronze
• Colored metallics: red, blue, green, purple, yellow, and more
• Mechas, robots, sci-fi armor, steampunk machinery, fantasy warriors, wargaming armies, historical miniatures, and scale vehicles

Effortless Professional Metallic Finishes!

REAL HEAVY METAL is the definitive solution for painters who want stunning metallic results without wasting time. Fast. Versatile. Reliable. Delivering professional-grade shine, deep shadows, and smooth transitions on any miniature or model.

Paint easy. Paint fast. Achieve incredible metallic results.

LINK TO original KICKSTARTER: Real Heavy Metal – Metallic Paints by Ionic Smart Colors