Hello
In regards to applying decals.
I just read in the forum about applying a gloss coat on to the kit, followed by the decals with the help of some microsolmicroset, and then using a dull cote to seal the decals and negate the gloss and have a magically good looking kit with no silvering on the decals...
I in a moment of dithering stupidity accidently applied the dull cote on first... Should i not worry about it and follow the above steps, or should i just skip the gloss or is it a bit late to do anything now...
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n5448972
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Posted: Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 04:03 PM UTC
wonktnodi
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Posted: Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 04:53 PM UTC
Just apply the gloss and go from there.
n5448972
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Posted: Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 04:55 PM UTC
Thanks heaps mate
vanize
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Posted: Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 05:36 PM UTC
yup, as said above, no worries - you just have an extra layer of clear paint is all. do the gloss and go from there
CaptainA
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Posted: Saturday, November 22, 2008 - 11:32 AM UTC
Welcome to the kitmaker network for wayward children. You should find us to be a helpful and knowledgable group. Don't be afraid to ask questions or post pictures. The campaigns are also a great way to delve into diferent aspects of modeling. Be sure to check them out.
The gloss coat gives the decals a smoothe surface to lay on, The flat surface may cause the decals to silver. As long as you have a smooth surface, and the decals are good, youe should get good results.
The gloss coat gives the decals a smoothe surface to lay on, The flat surface may cause the decals to silver. As long as you have a smooth surface, and the decals are good, youe should get good results.
n5448972
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Posted: Tuesday, November 25, 2008 - 04:43 PM UTC
Thanks all for your advice. Did as you suggested and its come up really sweet! Never had decals look so good.