what is the difference between the thinner and the retarder from tamiya?

Tamiya paint retarder is added to the paint to prevent it from drying too quickly. Acrylic paints airbrush very well, but are difficult to brush paint because they dry very fast. This paint retarder makes brush painting easier.

What mix ratio should be used?

The directions on the bottle state that one can add up to 10% of the volume of the paint. The folks on YouTube that champion this product seem to be using far less than 10%. Do a search on you tube.

What exactly is paint retarder?

It slows the drying of paint allowing flexibility in application and can prevent airbrush clogging.

Does this eliminate brush strokes when hand painting - how well does it work?

A Paint Retarder only affects drying time, making the drying time longer. Allowing more time to do different painting techniques like blending. Paint viscosity and application thickness and fineness of brush used is the only way to eliminate brush strokes. If you want to eliminate brush strokes trying using a "leveling type" thinner suitable for your type of paints.

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COMPACT CONVENIENT - 40ml bottle fits perfectly in your creative toolkit for on-the-go projects.
PREMIUM TAMIYA QUALITY - Trusted original formula ensures consistent, professional results every time.
MASTER YOUR PAINT TIMING - Control drying speed for flawless blending and smooth gradients.
ENHANCE PAINT WORKABILITY - Delays drying to extend working time without compromising gloss finish.
PERFECT FOR DETAIL ORIENTED ARTISTS - Ideal for modelers and painters who demand precision and control.

TAMIYA Acrylic Paint Retardant 40ml (#87114) is a premium additive designed to slow the drying time of acrylic paints, allowing artists and modelers extended working time for blending and detail work. Packaged in a compact 40ml bottle, it delivers consistent, high-quality results with a glossy finish, making it an essential tool for precision painting and creative control.

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Manufacturer	TAMIYA
Part Number	87114
Product Dimensions	6.35 x 3.81 x 3.81 cm; 45 g
Item model number	87114
Size	40 ml (Pack of 1)
Colour	silver
Style	Chisel
Finish	Gloss
Material	paint
Pattern	Letter Print
Power Source	Hand-operated
Volume	40 Millilitres
Item Package Quantity	1
Number of Pieces	1
Coverage	400-500 sq ft/gallon (37-46 sq m/liter) per coat
Special Features	Fast-Drying
Usage	Slowing down drying time of acrylic paint
Included Components	Contents: 1 item
Batteries included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Item Weight	45 g

TAMIYA Acrylic Paint Retardant | 40ml #87114

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