DeadheadGreg wrote: is Dullcoat available in a spray can, or is it something that must be airbrushed on?
is Dullcoat available in a spray can, or is it something that must be airbrushed on?
It can be done either wasy. Most using Dulcoat, however , are using the small spray can.
I actually prefer to airbrush Floequil flat finish. In a pinch, I'll shoot a model w/ testor's spray. It usually goes on in a fairly decent layer but nothing compared to airbrushing especially the Floequil flat. Once Testor's is dry the flat finish will hide any imperfction in a sometimes heavy or rough coat. I may just be too picky as many have no problem using Testor's can all the time. Your choice.
Modeling B&O- Chessie Bob K. www.ssmrc.org
I found that makeup brushes and sponge wands work GREAT for weathering with chalks. I found a pack of chalk sticks at Wal-Mart. I use the blade of a hobby knife to scrape the chalk into a pile of powder.
Marlon
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Greg, check out the Bragdons if you can get your hands on them. This was recently discussed in a thread but the Bragdons has adhesive mixed into the powder. I was very intimidated the first time I weathered a structure but it turned out to be easier than I thought. I am very pleased with the results. Also, I don't want to sound lazy by adding this, but I don't seal anything that I weather with Bragdons. I haven't had any problems with the structures either after almost 3 years in place for some of them.
www.bragdonent.com/weather.htm
Just an old brush with the bristles trimmed is all you need for this method, it's worth checking out. Good luck.
Dan
A true friend will not bail you out of jail...he will be sitting next to you saying "that was friggin awesome dude!" Tim...Modeling the NYC...is there any other?
hey, i just wanted to get your opinions on these three weathering products, as they seem the easiest to get started with:
Tamiya's A, B, C, and D weathering sets
Bar Mills weathering powder
Sierra Scale Modes instant weathering powders
i really like the Sierra Scale Models colors, and it says that brushing them on activates the adhesive that is built into these powders.
thoughts? thanks a lot guys