TonvanB Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keramh Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonvanB Posted May 3 Author Share Posted May 3 I could try the diluted school paint, thanks marek! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keramh Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 yes, but you have to be careful, there is no grip on the surface, every touch leads to abrasion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonvanB Posted May 3 Author Share Posted May 3 Thanks for the heads up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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