what is 'heavy body' vs. 'light body' acrilic paints? Are they both suitable f/ paint by the numbers kits ?
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Hi, i am sorry i can not answer this for you.. i had bought this as a gift for my nephew as he is the artist.. sorry i could not help as i really do not know...
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BRUDER displays a better attention to detail and quality of casting pieces. But the durability of the piece is not as strong as Tonka. So that is the choice to be made. Tonka in my opinion is for younger children who show more wear and tear on their toys. I have this displayed on top of my entertainment unit and it looks great like a diecast piece almost.
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Rena, I have mixed paint with a thinner and did some airbrushing on paper and it worked out fine. I was amazed how light I could go with the paint just by pushing the trigger a little bit, more trigger= more paint..
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1/100 scale kits can be a lot easier because the parts a little biger but the reall grade 1/144 scales have fewer parts. Master grade. Or reall grade are where I'd start
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I have misplaced the sheet that came with my "Adirondacks Chairs" paint kit for the blendfed colors. Does anyone have one that they can send me the "codes" for. I have finished with all the numbered colors, but need the blends for the letter colors. THANKS!! in advance. Please send to JRamsey156@aol.com
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Lexan paint... Hobby shop. Google videos on how to paint them... You paint the inside of body, then pull the overspray film... Looks like clear coat. There is a trick and sequence. You can use krylon fusion... But not both on same body.
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I would go with Medium. They have a range of light to dark so you can mix and match to your skin tone so even if you are lighter at times you still can use the lighter color. I also would advise buying from https://www.airbrushmakeup.com. Not only will you get a better deal you will get better service and all the promos for sale items.
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Light Gray, Gray, Zinc Chromate Green, White, Red. Gloss Black, Brown, Aluminum, Blue, Yellow, Wood, Gunmetal, Olive Drab, Silver, Light Green, Dark Green, Brass, Tan, Flesh. As much as possible I prefer to use Model Masters Enamel. I hope you enjoy working on this model as much as I did. By the way, while there are a number of different paints for the B17G, there will be plenty paint for other airplane model kits. In the long run, as I order new model kits, I find I only to buy a few new ones because I have most of the other colors on hand. Enjoy! Rev Sam
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This particular one is good and so is Essie"s Limo-scene. Essie's if put on thinly is very sheer whereas a heavier application makes it whiter and more opaque. Both colors need a minimum of two coats and most streak if not applied very slowly and carefully.
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It's a solid gloss, but I'm telling you, avoid testors like the plague! You want either citadel or tamiya paints!
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I've only heard complaints with lighter cars for black waxes. So dark blue I'd say would be fine but why use this if it's dark blue? There are far better waxes waxes that are safe on all paint types. The only reason I use this stuff ever over collinite double double is that it's specifically designed to make black paint look better and it applies completely effortlessly with a buffer. It doesn't last anywhere near as long as collinite and I honestly can't say that it looks better IMO. It's just cheap and slightly easier to apply. But if you really like Meg's stuff just use one of their other pastes since you don't need a black enhancement.
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the matte and glossy finish is not an issue. And my 71F is in a room that gets tons of light. I'm not sure what some people are talking about when they warn about the finish. It only adds the beauty of the set. Go for it!
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Powder coat. My choice in manufacturers. Has held up outstandingly. I have a few flight cages from other manufacturers and the paint jobs are just way below par.
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@ EW i think the elastomeric paint is to thick for this machine and any other airless painter..but the wagner is a great painter"not for elastomeric paint"
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Personally 45 is too many colors for me. I paint as a hobby too and don't even use all the colors here. Although I wish I could pick the 12 I get! You might go for the 24 color Cotman travel pallet and split the difference. This one is hard to use unless you are doing something really small because the mixing area is so very very small. I would actually recommend the Koi 24 color watercolor box. It is really good and has plenty of mixing space. I went through a phase of wanting to try different brands and small palettes and have gone back to the Koi for small projects like my journal.
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Using a Taylor 210, with the recommended 13's. I went back and forth with the 80/20s and Phosphor Bronze. I prefer the 80/20s Bronze. I think they are just a little clearer. The Phosphor Bronze sounds balanced and real good, but a little deeper. But it all boils down to what suits you.
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I suppose you coule spray paint these sticks...i dont think weight would be affected much, but spray paint does tend to leave a sticky residue, and would probably flake off easily...youd probably want to use a layer or two of satim clear coat after the color. I think a longer-lasting alternative would be wood stain, after sanding the sticks.