What is the best paint to use?
#1
Posted 19 April 2005 - 07:07 PM
Ryan
#2
Posted 20 April 2005 - 03:46 AM
Hope that helps!
#3
Posted 20 April 2005 - 04:34 AM
have fun!
=)
VISIT MY CUSTOMS GALLERY>> http://www.littlerub...showtopic=17082
#4
Posted 20 April 2005 - 05:51 AM
Never use enamel paint.
I do use a primer of white if I am wanting a bright intense color...if it is a dark or shade of a color, I don't...the drawback to a base coat of primer is that you loose tiny details if you add too many coats.
Make sure you use the real tiny pointed brushes for details and brace you hands while you paint...you can get more accurate brush strokes.
I seal mine with Krylon Matte spray finish, you can use gloss, however, it sometimes makes them too shiney and then they don't look right. Ultra light misting coats from 12" away...allow each coat to throughly dry BEFORE applying another coat.
Good Luck!
TGB
Edited by THEGODBEAST, 20 April 2005 - 05:54 AM.
#5
Posted 20 April 2005 - 06:56 AM
and when choosing brushes use the real hair brushes opposed to synthetic, they last longer and paint applies alot smoother too.
=)
VISIT MY CUSTOMS GALLERY>> http://www.littlerub...showtopic=17082
#6
Posted 23 April 2005 - 07:25 PM
Thanks again! May the customs begin! I gonna get straight crazy with these little beasts!
#7
Posted 23 April 2005 - 07:39 PM
Eric
#8
Posted 23 April 2005 - 08:46 PM
You can always water it down or even add an acrylic gloss medium to the paint.I would also reccomend Apple Barrel, Folk Art or Delta Ceramcoat acrylic paints. They are just in the craft section of any Walmart. I use all three, although sometimes I think the Delta Ceramcoat is too thick.
Eric
I NEVER use anything besides "real hair brushes." With brushes...the more $, usually the better the brush. Also, ALWAYS rinse your brushes immediately, dry them to a point and stand them up on the wood end...NEVER leave them sitting in the rinse cup...NEVER! If you take care of your brushes they will last forever.
TGB
#9
Posted 23 April 2005 - 09:53 PM
=)
VISIT MY CUSTOMS GALLERY>> http://www.littlerub...showtopic=17082
#10
Posted 14 July 2005 - 04:13 AM
=)
VISIT MY CUSTOMS GALLERY>> http://www.littlerub...showtopic=17082