krylon magnetic paint

[philboyd]

Hello all, been checking yall out for a little while. I have aquestion about Krylon Magnetic Paint. I saw it last week at hobby lobby. The contents listed iron as one of the the main ones. My question is, has anyone tried this paint to achieve that rusty weathered affect? And if so, how did it workout? Thought about buying it just to try it, but at $11.00 a can I was a little shy. It seems like this might be good for a rusty primered look. Not sure though. Anybody tried this?

[Harry P.]

There is absolutely nothing about that paint that has anything to do with weathering models. The "magnetic" property is the selling point, but what does that have to do with weathering a model?

Save your money and stick to "normal" paints, pastels, and/or hobby weathering kits.

[Dan Helferich]

Welcome first time poster! Our friendly members will be happy to assist you with any questions you might have!

[James W]

There is a product called 'Sophisticated Finishes' which uses paints with a high metalic content, iron or copper for instance, and an oxidizing solution to create the finish you are talking about.

The paint you are talking about might work with an oxidizer, but then you may as well buy the stuff made to work that way.

I like your thinking. I'm always looking to use things differently to create an effect I want.

I have worked for years to make stuff look rusted, with some good results.

I think if you have been around here long you know there are some guys here that do a fantastic job weathering.

I am still playing with the 'Sophisticated' paints to see how I can use them, but I also see the benefit of painting and using pastels to make the look I want.

Good to have you here, and show us what you are working on.

[Harry P.]

My answer to your question came across as sort of rude... so let me "re-word" it.

The Krylon magnetic paint won't help as far as weathering. It only comes in one color (gray), and is meant to make whatever surface you spray it onto magnetic... but that's not what you're looking for as far as weathering a model.

If you have it, there was a great feature on how to do realistic weathering in the October 2008 issue of the magazine.

Also a few ideas here:

http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Weather-Y...&id=1368583

http://www.briansmodelcars.com/tutorials/tutorial/104

[george 53]

Great answer Harry. Yeah, I would think ,being a magnetic paint, it WOULD have magnetic qualities. BUT i don't think iron in the paint would help it oxodize. I mean, isn'tthat wat paint is for? To prevent oxidation? Your best bet Phil, is like already been said, jus get you a good weathering kit. Check out "Crancky's" article on how to weather in the Feb issue, he's got ALOT of GREAT info on weathering! Oh, and WELCOME to the BEST model car website on the PLANET!!!