Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer)
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Alclad II is pretty robust, But I haven't used it on anything that is supposed to be handled often.
Assuming a good base coat, it won't fingerprint.
Alclad II is pretty robust, But I haven't used it on anything that is supposed to be handled often.
Assuming a good base coat, it won't fingerprint.
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I was just trying to decide on a good paint to use for my fertility idol. I wanted the appearance of a cast gold piece. And I wanted to be able to pick it up and handle it when finished.
I was just trying to decide on a good paint to use for my fertility idol. I wanted the appearance of a cast gold piece. And I wanted to be able to pick it up and handle it when finished.
CustomCreations
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I used a rattle-can chrome spray on my 1:1 Barbarella raygun.
The longer you leave metallic paints- and Im talking weeks, not days, the better for the long term durability.
I used a rattle-can chrome spray on my 1:1 Barbarella raygun.
The longer you leave metallic paints- and Im talking weeks, not days, the better for the long term durability.
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I had a test piece painted with AlClad chrome a week ago, and I've been handling it in different ways to see what happens tot he finish.
You can see fingerprints in it, but they are not permanent. It's much like handling a piece of real chrome. However, I have found that if you buff the surface with a soft cloth to remove the finger prints, a tiny bit of the finish comes off. Do this enough and you'll wear it down to the base coat. My test piece was a resin knife, and the handle area is showing a significant amount of wear on the edges.
Given this, AlClad is a wonderfull metalic finish as long as it's on areas or items that won't be handled often.
I had a test piece painted with AlClad chrome a week ago, and I've been handling it in different ways to see what happens tot he finish.
You can see fingerprints in it, but they are not permanent. It's much like handling a piece of real chrome. However, I have found that if you buff the surface with a soft cloth to remove the finger prints, a tiny bit of the finish comes off. Do this enough and you'll wear it down to the base coat. My test piece was a resin knife, and the handle area is showing a significant amount of wear on the edges.
Given this, AlClad is a wonderfull metalic finish as long as it's on areas or items that won't be handled often.
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I've been using Testor's Buffing and Non buffing Metalizers, and I belive, once buffed and sealed, your're good to go. None of their bright chrome colors hold a candle to Alclad though.
Alclad has a sealer too, yes? It's been a while since I've used it.
I've been using Testor's Buffing and Non buffing Metalizers, and I belive, once buffed and sealed, your're good to go. None of their bright chrome colors hold a candle to Alclad though.
Alclad has a sealer too, yes? It's been a while since I've used it.
Eaglewood
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
try www.alsacorp.com
awesome stuff
try www.alsacorp.com
awesome stuff
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
maybe vaccum chroming?....
http://www.cvvacuumplaters.com/movies_etc__.htm
there is also something called "cosmic chrome" or "fanta chrome", perhaps they have a gold tinted product.
maybe vaccum chroming?....
http://www.cvvacuumplaters.com/movies_etc__.htm
there is also something called "cosmic chrome" or "fanta chrome", perhaps they have a gold tinted product.
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I once checked into the fanatchrome as it was being offered by a member here.
That same member let me know he had discontinued it's use as the process was flawed.
I once checked into the fanatchrome as it was being offered by a member here.
That same member let me know he had discontinued it's use as the process was flawed.
E-Wan
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I'm also looking for a robust metallic paint for a resin lightsaber that I'm painting up. I'd like a good chrome-y finish, but it will be handled a lot as I'm planning on using it for costuming.
The Alclad II certainly seems to give the best finish, but it doesn't sound like it withstands a lot of touching.
I'm also looking for a robust metallic paint for a resin lightsaber that I'm painting up. I'd like a good chrome-y finish, but it will be handled a lot as I'm planning on using it for costuming.
The Alclad II certainly seems to give the best finish, but it doesn't sound like it withstands a lot of touching.
Zombie_61
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Unfortunately, the sealer mutes or eliminates the metallic effect in most cases. :unsure
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I've seen people post that you can seal AlClad with future floor wax, but the results seem 50/50.
I've seen people post that you can seal AlClad with future floor wax, but the results seem 50/50.
Noeland
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Had a buddy in LA tell me that Duplicolor designed a clear laquer for the Chrome that seals it up and lets you be able to handle it without rubbing the finish off.
I'll be trying that tonight if it doesn't rain here, and will post my results.
Had a buddy in LA tell me that Duplicolor designed a clear laquer for the Chrome that seals it up and lets you be able to handle it without rubbing the finish off.
I'll be trying that tonight if it doesn't rain here, and will post my results.
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Oops, I meant using Future. Makes aluminum look real!
I'm interested in seeing the chrome stuff!!!
Oops, I meant using Future. Makes aluminum look real!
I'm interested in seeing the chrome stuff!!!
dragnink
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Anyone have any suggestions? I've primed some pieces with typical gray primer. I was thinking next of doing some sort of metalizing effect to the surface, then painting another shade of gray and weathering that with chalks and oils. Afterwards, I'd be gently sanding away some of the paint to reveal the nice metal finish underneath.
What would you guys suggest? This would mostly be used to accent parts of the model but other parts would be mostly the metal finish with a light misting of grey and weathering.
Some of my experiments using krylon for the metal didn't come out as good as I'd hoped for this effect.
Anyone have any suggestions? I've primed some pieces with typical gray primer. I was thinking next of doing some sort of metalizing effect to the surface, then painting another shade of gray and weathering that with chalks and oils. Afterwards, I'd be gently sanding away some of the paint to reveal the nice metal finish underneath.
What would you guys suggest? This would mostly be used to accent parts of the model but other parts would be mostly the metal finish with a light misting of grey and weathering.
Some of my experiments using krylon for the metal didn't come out as good as I'd hoped for this effect.
Zombie_61
Master Member
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Oh, that's different. I've never used Future because I've never owned an airbrush. I might have to get around to picking one up one of these days... :cool
jonny5
Sr Member
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Duplicolor has a very nice rattle can Chrome.
Its nice enough that I can see my eyelashes in the reflection.
I believe they also offer a Gold which I haven't tried but if its as good as the Chrome its a lot less expensive than Alclad.
Also have you considered a product called 'Bare Metal Foil'?
http://www.bare-metal.com/ 3 or 4 sheets of their '008 Gold' should be enough to cover a ROTLA fetility idol.
Duplicolor has a very nice rattle can Chrome.
Its nice enough that I can see my eyelashes in the reflection.
I believe they also offer a Gold which I haven't tried but if its as good as the Chrome its a lot less expensive than Alclad.
Also have you considered a product called 'Bare Metal Foil'?
http://www.bare-metal.com/ 3 or 4 sheets of their '008 Gold' should be enough to cover a ROTLA fetility idol.
Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
I hate my airbrushes, as they make me feel like a dentist, but once you start messing around with Future (now called Pledge w Future or something) you're hobby will get a nice level up. The tricks you can pull with clear parts dipped in Future are enough to make you go 'cooooollll.'
I hate my airbrushes, as they make me feel like a dentist, but once you start messing around with Future (now called Pledge w Future or something) you're hobby will get a nice level up. The tricks you can pull with clear parts dipped in Future are enough to make you go 'cooooollll.'
STARTREKINFINITY
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Re: Handling metallic paint finishes (Alclad II, SnJ Spray Metal, Testor's Metallizer
Both Rustoleum & Krylon take weeks to dry for handling as previously said. The labels can say up to 48 Hrs but that is totally false, weeks is the real DRY OUT!
Both Rustoleum & Krylon take weeks to dry for handling as previously said. The labels can say up to 48 Hrs but that is totally false, weeks is the real DRY OUT!
