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What is the best paint to use to paint figures

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What is the best paint to use to paint figures
Posted by jefelectric on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 3:19 PM
I want to paint some unpainted figures for use in my passenger cars. What is the best paint to use. I think I remember a discussion some time ago but a search did not yield any results.
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Posted by Roger Bielen on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 3:33 PM
John, I like acrylics, easy clean up with water and no fumes. If I can't find flat in the color I want I overspray with Dulcoat when the paint has dried for a couple of days.
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Posted by Bob Keller on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 3:38 PM
I use Games Workshop paint that they offer for painting their gaming figures. They can be found at hobby shops or gaming shops, or on-line at:

http://store.us.games-workshop.com/storefront/store.us?do=List_Models&code=304328&orignav=300810&GameNav=300810

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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 5:37 PM
I used Poly-S to paint 120 MTH sitting figures. Usually covers in 1 coat except for white. Water-based, and drys quickly. Make sure you clean the figures in liquid dishwash soap to remove any mold release agents. I start with fleshtones, then the whites/lights, and do the hair and shoes last ( the 2 "holding" areas). Joe
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Posted by jefelectric on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 7:49 PM
Thanks guys, just what I was looking for.
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