Citadel Contrast: Ratling Grime is a dark, earthy brown-grey paint from Games Workshop’s Contrast range, designed to deliver instant depth, shading and character in a single coat. Ideal for achieving dirty, weathered or grimy finishes, Ratling Grime is perfect for painting miniatures that have seen hard battles — from corrupted armour and filthy industrial machinery to stained cloth and rugged terrain.

• One-coat formula: Combines base colour and shading in a single application, providing natural contrast and texture.
• Perfect for grime effects: Ideal for dirty, worn or aged surfaces such as fatigues, leather, machinery and rusted metal.
• Fast and efficient painting: Flows easily over light primers to reveal instant definition and detail with minimal effort.
• Premium acrylic paint: Water-based and fully compatible with all Citadel Colour Base, Layer and Technical paints.

Citadel Contrast paints revolutionise miniature painting by offering rich shading and colour in just one step. Ratling Grime provides a versatile tone for hobbyists aiming to achieve natural weathering, dirty recesses, or realistic battlefield wear. It also works beautifully as a wash over metallics to produce aged, corroded finishes.

How to use: Shake thoroughly before use. For best results, apply over a light primer such as Wraithbone or Grey Seer. Apply evenly with a medium brush, allowing the pigment to settle naturally in recesses. Once dry, you can highlight raised areas with lighter tones or drybrush for enhanced contrast.

Contents: 18 ml pot • Range: Citadel Contrast • Colour: Ratling Grime

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