AK Interactive – Black Rubber Gravel 0.8–2 mm (AK8311) offers finely textured, deep black rubber gravel that instantly enhances the realism and character of your bases and dioramas. With a particle size ranging from approximately 0.8 to 2 mm, this gravel is an excellent choice for urban streets, industrial floors, dark battlefields, or sci-fi terrain where texture and atmosphere matter.
The natural variation in shape and size gives your terrain a lifelike foundation without becoming overly coarse. The rich black color provides striking contrast with paints, pigments, and other basing materials — a look appreciated by many terrain builders aiming for dynamic and professional scenery.
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Many modelers start with a base coat of black or dark grey paint. Apply the Black Rubber Gravel using scenic glue, Mod-Podge, or a strong adhesive medium, then follow with washes or pigment powders to simulate shadows and dust. A light drybrush accentuates edges and brings out depth in each stone.
The Black Rubber Gravel 0.8–2 mm provides a textured, high-contrast foundation for your bases. Whether you’re crafting urban street scenes, industrial wastelands, or futuristic battlefields, this fine-grade gravel helps define your terrain with realism and visual impact.