MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 27, 2017 Posted May 27, 2017 Hello I hear using testors metalizer (not sure if buffing or non) as a base coat for metallic paint is the way to go, just want to know before i begin to layer my model
Snake45 Posted May 27, 2017 Posted May 27, 2017 I can't see any reason for it at all. For Testor metallic enamels I like to shoot a flat coat that's as close as possible to the final color, but if I don't have that handy, no problem, I just use flat white or a light gray primer.
PARTSMARTY Posted May 27, 2017 Posted May 27, 2017 I can't see any reason for it at all. For Testor metallic enamels I like to shoot a flat coat that's as close as possible to the final color, but if I don't have that handy, no problem, I just use flat white or a light gray primer.x2
Rodent Posted May 27, 2017 Posted May 27, 2017 Using Metalizer is a good way to subdue red or yellow plastic, but I agree with the guys otherwise.
MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 28, 2017 Author Posted May 28, 2017 Awesome thanks! I'll post some pictures when I get a chance to test them
Longbox55 Posted May 28, 2017 Posted May 28, 2017 I can't see any reason for it at all. For Testor metallic enamels I like to shoot a flat coat that's as close as possible to the final color, but if I don't have that handy, no problem, I just use flat white or a light gray primer.x3
Eshaver Posted May 29, 2017 Posted May 29, 2017 Uh I have used Testor's Metalizers extensively . The deal to remember is this . The Base coat , if you Prime MUST BE SANDED TO BE AS SMOOTH AS A BABY BOTTOM !Here is a model of the former Zep diner that was in Hawthorne California . I used the Aluminum Buffing Metalizer and used OLD T-shirts :
MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 30, 2017 Author Posted May 30, 2017 Uh I have used Testor's Metalizers extensively . The deal to remember is this . The Base coat , if you Prime MUST BE SANDED TO BE AS SMOOTH AS A BABY BOTTOM !Here is a model of the former Zep diner that was in Hawthorne California . I used the Aluminum Buffing Metalizer and used OLD T-shirts : thanks, I'll take in mind sanding my primer smoother than a babies bottom
Snake45 Posted May 30, 2017 Posted May 30, 2017 thanks, I'll take in mind sanding my primer smoother than a babies bottom That's really not necessary, unless you're talking about primer for a Metalizer final finish, as in the example pictured. Primer wants to be smooth, but it doesn't have to be high-polished smooth.
MODELOESPECIAL Posted May 31, 2017 Author Posted May 31, 2017 That's really not necessary, unless you're talking about primer for a Metalizer final finish, as in the example pictured. Primer wants to be smooth, but it doesn't have to be high-polished smooth. ?? Thanks budd
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