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[quote]Originally posted by vsmith I I have been looking for an alternative called Rottenstone that does a similar effect but have not found it yet. I read about a technique in the Narrow Gauge & Shortline Gazette on using rottenstone to weather items, not as an alternative to using an airbrush. I found a box of rottenstone at a local flea market, and found that it is an extremely fine gray powder intended to be used as an abrasive. If I recall correctly, the article in the Gazette mentioned painting items, and after they had dried to place them in a plastic bag with some rottenstone. After shaking the bag, dust off the item, and the rottenstone would be dusted off, the items would take on a lightly weathered look. Somewhat similar effects can be achieved using chalks. Bob Boudreau Canada
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