Best matte spray?

May 16, 2004 5 Replies

Hi everyone. I'd like advice on the best flat sprays for military models. I don't have an airbrush, so any recommendations need to be on ready-made sprays. I've used Testors flatcote in the past with reasonable results, but am looking for a higher quality now. In case this makes a difference my primary interest is armor. One more thing, from you folks that make dioramas for your models.... What are some good, inexpensive methods to create water? I'm mainly interested in fashioning shallow streams, or ponds. I've gotten some wonderful tips here, and look forward to your input again. Regards.



Randy IPMS Houston



PS: I've been told that, after a much-too-long absence, Houston will host another contest in April of 05. I hope it has a big turnout. I love to see the fantastic work of fellow modelers.



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Aeromaster flatcote - which you can't get anymore, but I have been told is the same as Floquil Figure Flat. Flattest flat-cote I've ever encountered...DEAD flat...if you over do it, it can frost up on you in places...but it's great stuff.

I've seen it in spray cans, but not recently in my usual hobby haunts.

I'll look into it. Thanks. Gee...a flat coat that not only gives a really good flat, but might prove useful doing winter dioramas. :-)

Randy

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Rufus wrote in news:h3Spc.12568$qA.1500451@attbi_s51:

I read somewhere, mighta been Cookie, that Floquil Dust is the flatest flat finish he'd seen.

Yep, Rufus has you covered with Floquil's Figure Flat as one of the best. The other I use is a ceramics spray called Porcelain Mist. It is just as flat as Floquil's.

As for water in dios, artist gel medium works great for most ponds or streams. If you are looking to get more than 1/4-1/2" depth, try Envirotech, found at craft stores. It is a 2 part product similar to clear casting resin

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You can get a Paasche "H" model airbrush for like $35. And rent a tank of CO2 from a welding supply store for very cheap as well. Get an airbrush setup. Your quality will improve trmendously.

Jeff

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