If you have ever used these paints before you know they work well. They are a waxy consistency and you typically apply with your fingers to hit the high spots for accenting with a shiny metallic finish. Not a very large tube but they go quite a ways. I have used them on old frames and on some smaller Buddha statues to highlight and accent. They look really nice when done right. Not the best price I have ever seen for the amount of paint you actually get, but Amazon prices still tend to be better than buying in a local craft store so still a good value.