Nipolian Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 How important is it to use glaze medium when airbrushing metallics. I ran out and don't want to wait for the new bottle i ordered to come so i was just wondering if the metallic paints will still go on smooth and if there is an alternative? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/234431-airbrushing-metallics/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterdyne Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I always use flow improver when spraying any acrylic paint. It cuts down on tip dry and clogging hugely. If running without, use lower pressure (slower air means slightly slower drying), more water, and lower paint flow. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/234431-airbrushing-metallics/#findComment-2822193 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solid Zaku Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Just my two crowns, but I've always found Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol) to work just fine as a thinner. Now, i don't know about what kind of paint you're using, but you shouldn't have much trouble, so long as it's acrylic. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/234431-airbrushing-metallics/#findComment-2822692 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nipolian Posted July 20, 2011 Author Share Posted July 20, 2011 Great, thanks a lot guys! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/234431-airbrushing-metallics/#findComment-2824167 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstersmith Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I use a couple of drops of windex with GW paint. Works great. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/234431-airbrushing-metallics/#findComment-2827874 Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterdyne Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I'll just also put in a shout for Vallejo Model Air paints - especially the metallics. Bloody lovely. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/234431-airbrushing-metallics/#findComment-2827990 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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