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Intermediate Blue is a mid blue with a muted, slightly grey tone – originally a US aviation standard. On a figure it is a blue that reads realistic rather than toy-like.
| Range | Standard |
| Colour family | Blue |
| Type | water-based acrylic |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | dropper bottle |
| Manufacturer code | AK11163 |
| EAN | 8435568303966 |
| Manufacturer | AK Interactive |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Shade with Dark Blue-grey or Dark Prussian Blue; highlight with Grey-blue.
Why does a saturated blue look toy-like on a figure?
Because real fabrics and finishes have low saturation. Muted blues like Intermediate Blue read realistic; keep the saturated ones for fantasy and heraldry.
How do I thin it?
With water or an AK thinner. A few drops are enough for brush work; airbrushing needs more – AK thinners and cleaners are made for that. With acrylics, two thin coats always beat one thick one.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, the 3rd Generation range dries matt. To protect the figure or even out the sheen, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the AK 3rd Generation category.