Gunze Sangyo C189 Flat Base Smooth – mattifying additive for model paints, 10 ml

Gunze Sangyo C189 Flat Base Smooth is a high-quality mattifying additive (flat base) intended for Gunze Sangyo model paints from the Mr. Color and Mr. Hobby series. This product is an indispensable tool for every modeler’s workshop striving for a uniform, smooth, matte finish on painted surfaces. By adding Gunze C189 to classic gloss or semi-gloss paints, you can achieve a perfect deep-matte effect on your own – exactly as required by historical and modern models of vehicles, airplanes, ships, or figures.

Purpose and application

• Designed for mixing with Gunze Sangyo cellulose-based paints (Mr. Color, Mr. Hobby)
• Capacity: 10 ml, sufficient for modifying several bottles of paint
• Not intended for use on its own – always mix and dilute with paint
• Matte level can be adjusted by varying the amount of additive

Material and production technique

• Additive based on cellulose lacquer
• Ideal for application by airbrush or brush
• Recommended to use with dedicated Gunze thinners for best results

Modeling category

• Modeling additive for cellulose-based paints
• No glue or model building required – easy to use

Who is it for?

• Recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers
• Especially recommended for enthusiasts who care about authentic replication of surface finish effects on models

Difficulty level: 1/5

Gunze Sangyo C189 Flat Base Smooth is easy to use yet professional, letting you give your models a realistic look true to historical originals. Perfect for modelers building in any scale or theme, who want a practical and fast transition from a glossy finish to a deep matte appearance.