After using plaster bandage for my hard-shell, I decided that it was a little flimsy so I wanted to brush on a coat of Hydrocal to strengthen it and add texture. I mixed up a batch of Woodland Scenics "Lightweight Hydrocal", wet down an area and attempted to brush the plaster on. What happened was that the plaster gummed up the paintbrush and came off in little balls onto the layout, not what I expected at all. The plaster didn't seem thin enough, so I mixed up another batch, adding more water. This seemed to apply better, but when it dried, just touching it turned it into powder. Is there a better material than Woodland Scenics Lightweight Hydrocal for brushing on texture and strength over plaster mesh hard-shell? Thanks in advance for your help. This group has been very helpful to me with two other questions I've had in the last couple of weeks. Paul B.
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20 years ago