Gunze Sangyo C030 Flat Base – Medium Matting Agent for Model Paints, 10 ml

Gunze Sangyo C030 Flat Base is a professional matting additive designed for scale model applications, especially recommended for modelers who want to achieve a matte finish on their projects. The product comes from the renowned Japanese manufacturer Gunze Sangyo (Mr. Hobby), highly regarded among modelers worldwide for the high quality and reliability of its products.

• Volume: 10 ml
• Category: Modeling accessory, matting medium
• Type: Cellulose-based matting agent

What is Gunze Sangyo C030 Flat Base?

Flat Base is a special additive in the form of a cellulose-based medium, allowing you to achieve a matte or semi-matte finish on any acrylic, cellulose, or enamel paint from the Mr. Color series, as well as similar products from other brands. Thanks to its unique formula, the C030 matting medium not only reduces the gloss of the base paint but also prevents the unsightly shiny effect, while preserving the depth and intensity of the color.

Purpose and Application

This product is especially dedicated to finishing military vehicles (e.g., in 1:35 scale), aircraft, tanks, and historical figures, where authenticity requires matte surfaces. Gunze Sangyo C030 Flat Base is perfect anywhere you want a natural, realistic matting effect—on models from World War I, World War II, the Cold War era, as well as modern subjects.

• Ideal for mixing with Mr. Color, Mr. Hobby, and other cellulose-type paints
• Can be applied with an airbrush or brush
• The level of matting can be adjusted by the amount of medium added

Material and Properties

Gunze Sangyo C030 Flat Base is made from high-quality cellulose components and works perfectly with a wide array of modeling paints. The additive does not change the base color’s pigmentation and does not affect coverage, guaranteeing predictable results every time you use it.

Recommendations

We recommend this medium for both beginner and advanced modelers who expect maximum control over their model's finish. The product has earned recognition thanks to its ease of use and effective performance.

• Degree of use difficulty: 1 (very easy)
• Recommended for all scales (1/24, 1/35, 1/72, etc.)
• Excellent for historical, military, and civil models

By choosing Gunze Sangyo C030 Flat Base, you provide your models with a professional look and long-lasting matte effect. It’s an essential addition to every modeler's workshop who values details and realistic miniature appearances.