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I'm sure this subject has been beaten around way too much, but I really need some help ..... PLEASE ! Finding a suitable paint is driving me nuts. I've looked over the Airbrush forums and they're way beyond me - "artists", you know, and each one has a very different opinion, but clearly no budget to live on..... I use both a bristle brush and an airbrush for effects, but here is my situation : ENAMELS - I have used enamels for a long time, like them a lot, have good success with coverage, finish, durability, colors, etc. but they're killing me - literally ! When I paint, I can't seem to contain the fumes or the messy solvents for cleanup, and that's bad for my health. Also, enamels are becoming hugely expensive ! ACRYLICS - I hate them, but they're less toxic and easier to clean up, somewhat cheaper, but not of value if I can't use them. I just cannot get decent coverage, they are not "rewettable" so that follow-on coats sometimes just smear or clump up, and they don't stick well at all. I usually look for flat colors, so that's not a big issue, but I would like the choice sometimes. I hear from alleged 'experts' that there are differences between craft acrylics and model acrylics, and I just can't seem to get it straight.For doing a small spot on a loco, you're not going to prime it, so can anyone give some HONEST input for selecting a workable paint product ? I'd really like to hear what you can offer.
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