This seamless 3D texture captures the intricate aftermath of a flashbang explosion focusing on the detailed residue and burn marks left on a metal substrate. The base material resembles a worn steel surface characterized by a slightly rough oxidized finish that has been subjected to intense thermal stress. The geometric form is predominantly flat with subtle dents and warping caused by the blast complemented by scattered patches of smoldering charcoal and gunpowder residue. These irregular organic patterns create a naturalistic layering effect emphasizing the chaotic distribution of explosion remnants. The texture’s surface exhibits fine porosity where the residue has settled revealing areas of blistering and thermal scorch that disrupt the otherwise metallic plane.
Compositionally the texture simulates a complex interaction between the metal substrate and various layers of explosive byproducts. The metal base features a combination of iron oxide pigments and darkened steel tones rendered through the BaseColor (Albedo) channel. Embedded within this are dispersed aggregates of gunpowder residue and charcoaled particles that add depth and realism. The Normal map accentuates the subtle dents blistering and raised burn marks while the Height/Displacement channel enhances the perception of layered residues and surface irregularities. Roughness varies across the texture with smoother polished metal contrasting against matte ash-covered areas effectively represented in the Roughness map. The Metallic channel remains high in the underlying steel but is selectively reduced where residues and burn layers dominate. Ambient Occlusion provides realistic shadowing in crevices and around scorched edges reinforcing the texture’s three-dimensionality.
Rendered in photorealistic 8K resolution this texture is optimized for physically based rendering workflows ensuring crisp detail and accurate material response under diverse lighting conditions. Its seamless tiling allows for uniform application across large surfaces without visible repetition making it suitable for environments depicting post-explosion damage in games or simulations. The texture is fully compatible with Blender Unreal Engine and Unity providing versatility for various 3D projects. When integrating it is advisable to carefully adjust the UV scale to maintain the natural grain and residue distribution avoiding overly repetitive patterns. Additionally fine-tuning the roughness map can help balance the contrast between burnished metal and matte explosion residue while blending height and normal maps can enhance surface depth without excessive displacement.
Using This PBR Texture in Blender
Import the texture maps into Blender with sRGB color space for albedo/base color and
Non-Color for normal, roughness, metallic, AO, height, and ORM maps. Connect normal maps
through a Normal Map node, then adjust UV scale with a Mapping node so the material repeats naturally on
your model.
- Albedo -> Principled BSDF Base Color
- Roughness -> Roughness, Metallic -> Metallic
- Normal -> Normal Map node -> Normal
- Height -> Bump or Displacement depending on render setup
For the full step-by-step setup, see
How to Use Seamless Textures in Blender.
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FAQ
Is this texture seamless and tileable?
Yes. This texture is designed as a seamless tileable PBR material, so it can repeat across large surfaces without visible borders.
Which resolutions and formats are available?
You can download PNG/WEBP versions and use 1K, 2K, 4K and 8K download options when available on the page.
Can I use it in Blender, Unreal Engine and Unity?
Yes. The download options and engine-mapped ZIP workflow are designed for Blender, Unreal Engine, Unity Standard, URP and HDRP material pipelines.
Is commercial use allowed?
Yes. The texture is available under the AITextured free commercial license. Review the license page for redistribution and AI-training restrictions.
