Hi John
Regarding solvent based paints for models, my #1 "go to" is Scale Coat II. Dries to a hard, slick, high-gloss finish that you can lay decals directly on, which may be sealed with Scale Coat's own clears.
I use Scale Coat II Grays as the foundation for metalizing with Alclad II metalizers. Thinned properly, with an airbrush setting between 20 to 25 psi at the air cap, the finish will be smooth!
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I'm a Scalecoat user......
Sheldon
I apply light coats of aerosol primer (Krylon being a prefered brand) on both sides of the wood or laser Task-board. As others above, I have never had warping issues on wood structures or rolling stock.
DLW_tower1 by Edmund, on Flickr
These sheets, above, have already been primered and are ready for assembly. Then the final coat will apply more evenly. I pay particular attention to the end-grain as it will absorb more paint.
IMG_7233_fix by Edmund, on Flickr
All the wood parts of this caboose have been primed with Krylon oxide red primer before assembly. The final color was much easier to apply and with both sides of the wood "sealed" humidity does not contribute to warping.
Thank you, Ed
dti406I tried Tru-color but could not get it work properly in my airbrush, and from what I understand it is not conducive for brush painting.
Actually I use Tru-Color paints and have no issues with a brush..I like it as much as I did Poly S for brush painting.
Larry
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I use water soluable paints for everything except for airbrushing. I have never had a problem with wood warping because of paints. Might I suggest you use a better water soluable paint?
As for your original question, I use an assortment of Scalecoat 2, Model Master, and good old Testors in the square 1/4 ounce bottles. There are all kinds of good paints on the market.
-Kevin
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johnbalich........water based paint will warp wood
Another MR myth.
Most of my scratch builds are wood. All I use is water base craft paints, I do not use any primer,.
I DO NOT have a problem with warping. I DO employ proper braceing.
This link is also supposed to have some equivalents to Floquil. http://www.microscale.com/Floquil%20Color%20Chart.pdf
My go to paints are Scalecoat I for metal and Scalecoat II for plastic.
I tried Tru-color but could not get it work properly in my airbrush, and from what I understand it is not conducive for brush painting.
Rick Jesionowski
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returning tohobby ater a long lay off............I missFloquil solvent based paint. Is there a good go to forsolvent based paint........water based paint will warp wood