AK Weathering Pencil – Smoke (AK10032)
A translucent grey tone made for soot haze, smoke staining, and soft exhaust marks. Smoke is perfect when black is too harsh—you get a more natural “dirty air” effect that you can blend and control with water.
 
What it does
Creates realistic smoke/soot shading around vents, barrels, engines, and exhausts
Adds soft burnt haze on panels and armor plates without heavy contrast
Great for subtle grime filters on light colors and urban/industrial terrain
 
How to use
Apply on a matte surface around the area you want stained.
Blend outward with a slightly damp brush to create a natural gradient.
Layer lightly—smoke effects look best built up slowly.
 
Best for
Exhausts, muzzle staining, engine vents, burn marks on vehicles, industrial terrain, grimdark shading on light armor.
 
Key details
Water-based
 Highly controllable
 Blendable with water
 Easy cleanup
 Best results on matte finishes.
 
ChalkyDot Tip
Always fade outward: keep the darkest tone closest to the source (vent/exhaust), then blend away so it looks like real soot buildup.
 
How to use Weathering Pencils Tutorial