Tamiya TS Sprays for models and car bodies
Tamiya TS sprays are synthetic lacquer paints in 100 ml aerosol cans, designed to paint large surfaces quickly and evenly. They are especially useful for car and motorbike bodies, fuselages, ship hulls, exterior parts and areas where brush marks should be avoided.
When to use Tamiya TS paint
- Car bodies and large parts: a good choice for cars, motorbikes and civilian models with a clean finish.
- Military and technical colours: shades like Olive Drab, Dark Yellow or NATO help cover vehicles, aircraft and accessories.
- Glossy, metallic or pearl finishes: useful for display models and parts that need a more eye-catching finish.
Preparation and finish
Before applying a TS spray, it's best to prepare the surface, sand down small marks, clean the part and use primer if you need to improve adhesion or coverage. To separate colour areas you can use masking tape, and to protect the final finish you can top it off with varnish.
Frequently asked questions about Tamiya TS
Is Tamiya TS an acrylic paint?
Tamiya's TS range consists of synthetic lacquer paints in spray cans. They shouldn't be treated like a conventional water-based acrylic paint; apply them in a ventilated area and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Which models do TS sprays work best on?
They work very well on car and motorbike bodies, fuselages, ship hulls and large surfaces where an even coverage without brush marks is wanted.