Dull paint

[TonvanB]

I am not very fond of the original paint coat of a lot of models: to shiny, to artificial etc. Building engine and chassis now I am repainting all the parts, using also washes and a Scotch Brite rub before I assemble them. Thinking ahead for the final stage of the build I try to find a way to dull the silver upper parts of he car. I prefer a reversible way of dulling in case the result is bad. Any ideas what I could do?

Tia Ton

 

[keramh]

Hello,

I understand what you mean, unfortunately the models often look like toys, and I often don't like that either.

Perhaps you could use chalk dissolved in alcohol to achieve a slightly more used look. This works great with tires.
Or with normal water-based school paints. Properly diluted, this shouldn't leave any nasty marks on the paint.

[TonvanB]

I could try the diluted school paint, thanks marek!

[keramh]

yes, but you have to be careful, there is no grip on the surface, every touch leads to abrasion.

 

[TonvanB]

Thanks for the heads up