Sand is a warm sand tone – lighter and yellower than soil, but still earthy. It is the natural highlight step above the browns and a base coat for sandy bases. Its high opacity makes it one of the most used colours in the range.
| Range | Smart Colors |
| Colour family | Brown |
| Type | water-based acrylic paint |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | 20 ml jar with one-handed lid and steel agitator ball |
| Manufacturer code | IONIC-0149 |
| EAN | 8432074901495 |
| Manufacturer | Ionic Smart Colors (MIG Jimenez) |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Build shadows with Khaki and Mushroom Brown, transitions and highlights with Desert Sand.
How does it differ from Desert Sand?
Sand is slightly darker and more orange, Desert Sand lighter and yellower. Use Sand to highlight browns and Desert Sand for desert bases.
Is it good for dry-brushing?
Yes, excellent. On brown and earthy surfaces it catches every edge with a light pass.
How do I thin this paint?
With water or an Ionic thinner. The formula is self-hydrating, so it stays workable on the palette far longer than ordinary acrylics – a drop is enough for brush work, and roughly 1 : 1 for airbrush.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, it dries matt with no shiny patches. If the figure is going on the gaming table, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the Ionic Smart Colors category.