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Paint Chipping - seanbate - 07-08-2011
I have just painted a few infinity models but the paint keeps chipping. Does anybody know what I can use to stop it?
RE: Paint Chipping - Stuart - 07-08-2011
Might be worth trying a varnish?
This thread from Gareth might be of interest: http://forum.redwarsoc.com/showthread.php?tid=148
RE: Paint Chipping - seanbate - 07-08-2011
(07-08-2011, 12:31 PM)Stuart Wrote: Might be worth trying a varnish?
This thread from Gareth might be of interest: http://forum.redwarsoc.com/showthread.php?tid=148
Thanks!
RE: Paint Chipping - stygmatyr - 07-08-2011
Alternatively you could try using a primer to help the paint adhere to the model, though I would still recommend using a varnish to help protect them
RE: Paint Chipping - Gareth - 07-08-2011
Giving a model a good wash prior to painting (and preferably) assembly is always advisable too. Sometimes (most often resin and occasionally metal) models will retain a coating of release agent on the model, which can cause an issue with paint adherence. It's less of an issue with platic models, but again it's a simple step that can prevent any future heart ache. Just wash them in warm soapy water, rince and allow them to dry, and that stage is done.