SuperStockAndy Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 Is it really necessary? Today I decanted some paint, and airbrushed it. I didn't thin in one bit, because it was already pretty thin. It was Rust Oleum metallic silver enamel (the chrome stuff---it's not a very good paint). Also, what consistency should the paint be? Thanks in advance.
Erik Smith Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 (edited) You generally don't need to thin decanted paint - it is already thinned in the can. For bottle paints, the rule of thumb is thin to the consistency of milk. I have a hard time telling the difference between milk and, say, half and half, so I start with the paint manufacturer's recommendation. Most are about 2 parts paint to 1 part thinner - but it depends. With my Iwata Eclipse, I can't spray Tamiya at the recommended ratio - it is too thick and clogs the tip. So, I spray Tamiya at 1 to 1 - equal parts paint and thinner (Tamiya). I can spray Model Master paints at 2 parts paint to 1 part thinner, though. You will know if it's too thick because you will be soaking and cleaning your AB nozzle. Edited March 20, 2012 by Erik Smith
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