What order do you paint weathering effects?

[Alkerseltzer]

Im getting ready to finish up some star wars blasters, and once I have the base coat of paint Im not sure which order to apply the weathering wash, Rub n buff, and clear coat.

I believe I want to clear coat first and last, but do I add Rub n Buff before or after the weathering washes?

Also, should I clear coat the prop between weathering and rub n buff applocation or put them on the same layer? Will the weathering wash ruin the rub n buff if I apply the wash after?

Hopefully this makes sense...

Thanks!

 

[harrisonp]

Check this video out. He paints a SW blaster and answers basically all the questions you have

 

[Moviefreak]

Here is my method...

1. base coat


2. Washes of dark color to run into recessed areas. Then wipe off but leave in recessed areas.

3. Dry brush highlights and grunge look for depth and aging.

4. I then add silver accents on edges to emulate steel showing through.

5. Rub n Buff if it is needed for added depth.

6. Flat clear as I don’t really like a gloss to weathered itens.

 

[swgeek]

For me It's.
1) Base coat
2) Clear
3) Acrylic weathering
4) Oil weathering
5) Metal highlights/Chipping
6) Clear

You might have trouble clearing over Rub n buff as it's just wax.

 

[AnubisGuard]

I've not done as many blasters as others, but my preferred method:

1. primer
2. automotive metallic
3. let dry thoroughly
4. top (color) coat
5. chip away at top coat w/ exacto knife
6. acrylic wash if desired for dirt/grime

For a total fantasy weapon, drybrushed or Rub 'n Buff weathering is fine, but I've just never found it convincing or durable enough when trying to match real firearm parts.

 

[swgeek]

You can also do a metalic paint, clear it and then use chipping fluid or latex to mask off where you want to see metal chipping, then paint the base coat and weathering.

 

[kevin926]

First I make my finish like its factory fresh. Then I weather or beat the heck out of it . This has always given me the best results

 

[VanOaksProps]

Thanks for linking out to my video! Happy to answer any questions.

Check this video out. He paints a SW blaster and answers basically all the questions you have

 

[harrisonp]

Would you look at that! Lol, I really appreciated your video I had just seen it the day this thread was started and it seemed meant to be