Agrax Earthshade is the brown wash that does a bit of everything. Warm, versatile and forgiving, it sinks into recesses to add grime, depth and that lived-in look to leather, wood, bone, cloth and earthy bases. Alongside Nuln Oil it's half of every painter's starter kit for good reason.
At a glance
- Type: Citadel Shade — a wash that flows into recesses for instant depth
- Finish: smooth matt
- Volume: 18ml pot
- Water-based acrylic, ready to use straight from the pot
Best for
- Weathering leather, wood, rope and earthy bases
- Warm shading on bone, cloth and skin
Brush it on and watch flat, toy-looking models suddenly read as proper grim-and-gritty miniatures.
An essential, not a luxury. Pair with Nuln Oil for metals and a shade brush to keep it tidy.