Deluxe Materials Solid Water

The Deluxe Materials Solid Water is a clear, pourable water-effect medium designed to create realistic still water surfaces in scale models, dioramas, and railway layouts.

It is formulated as a single-component, self-levelling resin system that cures to a solid, transparent finish, making it ideal for lakes, rivers, canals, and ponds where a calm water appearance is required.

About Solid Water

Solid Water is designed to replicate flat or gently moving water surfaces. Once poured, it naturally levels out and cures into a clear, glass-like layer that can be tinted or detailed to represent depth and environmental effects.

It is particularly popular for dioramas and scenic base work where realistic water depth and clarity are important.

Key Features

✔ Self-levelling clear water effect
✔ Cures to a solid, glass-like finish
✔ Ideal for still water scenes
✔ Can be tinted with acrylic colourants
✔ Low odour, user-friendly formulation
✔ Suitable for multiple pours for deep water effects
✔ Compatible with plastic, resin, wood, and scenic materials

Why modellers use it

Solid Water is commonly used because it:

• creates realistic depth in water scenes

• produces a smooth, reflective surface

• can be layered to build deeper water effects

• avoids complex resin mixing systems

It is especially useful for static water scenes where movement is not required.

Typical applications

✔ Rivers, lakes, and ponds
✔ Canal and harbour water scenes
✔ Diorama bases with water features
✔ Ship and naval displays
✔ Railway scenic water crossings
✔ Marshes and flooded terrain

Application tips

• Seal base thoroughly before pouring to prevent leaks

• Pour in thin layers for best clarity and reduced bubbles

• Tint lightly if adding colour for depth effects

• Allow full curing time between layers for deep water scenes

• Use a torch or gentle heat to remove surface bubbles if needed

Skill level

Beginner to Advanced

Suitable for:

• beginners creating simple water bases

• intermediate diorama builders

• advanced scenic modellers working on complex water scenes

Very forgiving but benefits from careful preparation.

Summary

Deluxe Materials Solid Water is a self-levelling clear resin water system designed for creating realistic still water effects in scale modelling, producing smooth, transparent surfaces ideal for lakes, rivers, and scenic water features.