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The painting forum is for the discussion of techniques on the painting, decalling and weathering phases of AFV modelling and the tools and materials used. |
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| Subject: | Re: Airbrushing has kept me away from this hobby for years! |  |
| Date: | Mar 31, 2003 |
| From: | Bill Whitley | |
The secrets to airbrushing are several - enamels
The paint must be strained - nylon stockings etc.
The paint must be thinned - each brand is different but most are about 3 or 4 paint to thinner.
The air pressure should be regulated and have a water trap with it. See below.
The paint must be airbrushed. If using a bottle and sucking the paint up will require 15 to 22 lbs at the beginning of the hose. If using a paint cup and the paint flows down then air pressure can be 5 to 10 lbs.
Picking a brand of paint and staying with it helps. If the brand is available easily and has a wide selection of colors also helps. Bill Whitley |
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