fiatboy Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 Can a person, using acrylic model paint, make a 'wash', using either water or alcohol? And how about a 'silver' wash for detailing something like black suspension pieces? Thanks for reading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Woodruff Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I thin Model Masters Acrylic with alcohol for my washes. Seems to get the the crevices easier that thinning with water. I haven't tried silver yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I use The Detailer. No mixing required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTallDad Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I use watercolors (on the dry oval-shaped palatte like we used in grade school) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 the thing that I run in to using acrylics, is that sometimes the surface tension will not allow it to flow as nicely as enamels. If you use turpentine to thin black enamel, you get a nice wash that has some ability for clean up, and flows well. Another option, and the one I now use the most, is Mig Ammo washes, then more if need with Turpentine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 Here's something possibly of interest... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I made a black wash of Tamiya flat black and alcohol. It's worked very well for me so far for things like cowl vents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vwdave92 Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 the thing that I run in to using acrylics, is that sometimes the surface tension will not allow it to flow as nicely as enamels. If you use turpentine to thin black enamel, you get a nice wash that has some ability for clean up, and flows well. Another option, and the one I now use the most, is Mig Ammo washes, then more if need with Turpentine.what do you use for "clean up" when using the enamel washes? I don't use as many washes as I'd like because cleaning them off of an unwanted area is tricky. I have the same struggle when using The Detailer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I use make up applicators from Walgreens to clean off The Detailer while it's still wet. If The Detailer is dry, I wet the applicator to clean. Make up applicators are like Q-Tips with 1 end flat and round while the the other end is pointed. Several places carry the style but I prefer the Walgreens brand. They're also excellent for burnishing BMF. Here's a linkhttps://www.google.com/search?biw=1920&bih=916&tbm=shop&q=walgreens+makeup+applicators+studio+35+beauty&oq=walgreens+makeup+applicators+studio+35+beauty&gs_l=psy-ab.3...16229.27107.0.29149.17.17.0.0.0.0.124.1770.7j10.17.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..0.0.0.R4oUSe1p5AQ#spd=2981613959913474947 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 what do you use for "clean up" when using the enamel washes? I don't use as many washes as I'd like because cleaning them off of an unwanted area is tricky. I have the same struggle when using The Detailer. If you do not let it fully cure, when you are using turpentine it is not as harsh to the surrounding area. When it is not fully dry, you can use makeup sponges or swabs. As Jim pointed out, you can then slightly dampen the tips of these with water or turpentine etc, depending on what you are using as a wash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vwdave92 Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 thanks!! I'll give it a try again. I always seem to let the paint cure too much or wipe everything off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super28 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 My questions, (2),1. can you use paint thinner for enamel black?2. Can you use other colors for a wash? ie; a red dash, use a red wash to highlight areas? Thanks,Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 My questions, (2),1. can you use paint thinner for enamel black?2. Can you use other colors for a wash? ie; a red dash, use a red wash to highlight areas? Thanks,Terry1) yes if you are using enamel thinner, just be careful of the surrounding areas 2) Yes, I am getting ready to use some dark browns on a tan "leather" interior. Black would simply be too stark. In many cases, like interiors, panel lines etc, you just use a darker color of the color you are washing around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vwdave92 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 1) yes if you are using enamel thinner, just be careful of the surrounding areas 2) Yes, I am getting ready to use some dark browns on a tan "leather" interior. Black would simply be too stark. In many cases, like interiors, panel lines etc, you just use a darker color of the color you are washing around. Additionally, once you lay down the wash with a darker color you can do a bit of dry brushing with a lighter color. This will give a damaged / used look. You can try a "primer" color for the dry brushing as well to make areas where paint had been chipped away. The military model guys are great with this stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super28 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Thanks for the replies, I appreciate it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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