Patin-A
Patin-A Distressing Kit with Wax Sticks -15pc.
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The basics
Give your costumes a convincingly aged, weathered, and lived-in look with PATIN-A Wax Sticks – the go-to distressing tool for professional costume designers in film, theater, and cosplay.
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The benefits
Easy to apply directly to fabric, leather, or props – rub, smudge, and layer as needed
Blendable and buildable – control the intensity of your aging
Long-lasting finish that stays put during performances or shoots
Can be heat-set slightly or sealed for added durability
Safe for most costume materials (test first on delicate fabrics)
This comprehensive set includes 15 richly pigmented wax-based sticks, each formulated for realistic aging effects on a variety of textiles and surfaces.
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The uses
Set Includes 15 Authentic Distressing Colors:
Black – Adds soot, grease, or grime to any fabric.
Clear – Use for subtle shine, blending, or layering effects.
Oxblood – Perfect for old blood, aged leather, or deep-set stains.
Fuller’s Earth – Mimics dried dirt or dust from outdoor environments.
Yellow Ochre – Ideal for sun-faded areas, sweat stains, or aged canvas.
Hazel – A soft earth tone great for natural wear and subtle grime.
Dark Brown – Classic choice for deep dirt, mud, or oil.
Brownish Grey – Perfect for urban dirt, aged wool, or concrete dust.
Green Ochre – Simulates mildew, mold, or mossy wear.
Olive – Great for military-style aging or organic decay.
Dark Green – Suggests forest residue, damp environments, or camouflage wear.
White – For chalky residue, faded spots, or ghostly aging on dark fabrics.
Dark Grey – Adds depth to wear, ash effects, or pollution grime.
Red – Use for rust, clay, dried blood, or brick dust effects.
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The bottom line
From sweat stains and battlefield grime to rusty machinery and forest rot, the PATIN-A Wax Sticks set gives you all the tools to create detailed, realistic distressing effects with speed and precision. Perfect for wardrobe departments, set costumers, and anyone who wants to bring depth and authenticity to their character’s look.