Acrylicos Vallejo is a Spanish company that specializes in the manufacture of high-quality paints and auxiliary products for scale modeling and fine arts.
Founded in 1965 in Barcelona, Spain
Began producing water-based hobby paints in 1970s
Expanded production to include acrylic paints for fine arts in 1990s
In 2020, acquired by Toyibox Group, a leading distributor of hobby products in Europe
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Line of water-based acrylic hobby paints with a comprehensive range of colors and shades
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Line of airbrush paints designed for use with an airbrush and compressor
Yes, Vallejo paints are designed for use on various surfaces including plastic. They adhere well and dry quickly.
Vallejo paints have a high pigment density, so it is recommended to thin them with water or a suitable thinning medium for best results.
Yes, Vallejo paints are water-based and free of harmful solvents, making them safer to handle and easier to clean up.
Yes, Vallejo produces a line of acrylic paints specifically for use in fine arts.
Yes, Vallejo produces a line of metallic acrylic paints as well as a line of iridescent colors with a pearl-like finish.