Larden Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hello, I have a little trouble i dont like to basecoat using sprays, i tried imperial primer but it either bad case of it,or it is simply not working. which paints are better for basecoating black and grey, wanna try basecoating my models grey Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Nihm Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hello,I have a little trouble i dont like to basecoat using sprays, i tried imperial primer but it either bad case of it,or it is simply not working. What happened?What was the weather like, where did you spray and for how long did you shake the can before spraying, how closes was the nozzle to the minis? which paints are better for basecoating black and grey, wanna try basecoating my models grey.That depends on the colours used in your paints scheme.Black has a tendency to desaturate while vibrant colours as a general rule look better on white/grey basecoats. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3155920 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larden Posted August 23, 2012 Author Share Posted August 23, 2012 Sorry for a bit of unclear post. Imperial primer i mean not a spray paint but as a simple paint with a brush,in my case it lookdlike wash. i used undercoat black from gw before and it is great and i like it,but i am running short on stock. Trouble with the spray is not in a result but more in the fact that it is kinda too much a trouble to use it,as it kinda hard to use it on the street in my situation. I use black and white colors in paint scheme mostly,i wanna try basecoat grey to make it easier to paint white parts. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3155925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razblood Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Google "Liquitex Gesso" which comes in White, Black, Grey & Clear Buy that (it's very good value for money) ???????? PROFIT! But seriously, I hate spray priming and prime EVERYTHING by hand and I've been using Gesso for about a year and a half and am extremely happy with the results. It's similar to Undercoat Black but has a nice trick when it dries in that it will pull into the detail of a model, which means you dont have to thin it (though you can if you want) and you can just roughly slap it on and lose no detail :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3155933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanhausen Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 If spraying in the street is a problem for you, I suggest you get a cardboard box so you can work inside. Yes, you will need to open a window and/or use a fan...but unless you work under the kitchens air extractor...not many alternatives! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3155938 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmk17 Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Liquitex Gesso is one alternative. Also look into Vallejo Acrylic Primer. It can be painted on or airbrushed, but covers well and goes on smooth. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3155940 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larden Posted August 23, 2012 Author Share Posted August 23, 2012 If spraying in the street is a problem for you, I suggest you get a cardboard box so you can work inside. Yes, you will need to open a window and/or use a fan...but unless you work under the kitchens air extractor...not many alternatives! Well i pref to basecoat by hand.but thank you for advice! Thank you everyone for the advices will try to get Liquitex,but for the time being Valejo. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3155989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GumbaFish Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 For the future I think you might mean prime, or undercoating. Basecoating would typically refer to applying the first color over the primer that serves as the base color to then be highlighted and shaded. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3156005 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larden Posted August 23, 2012 Author Share Posted August 23, 2012 Oops sorry...you are right. Thread is kinda confusing,ashamed about that. :( Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3156021 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hwarang Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 No need to be ashamed, we can figure it out! Tamiya surface primer is SWEET. The Luiqitex gesso sounds like a great idea too, which I never would have thought of. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3156048 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pratch Posted August 29, 2012 Share Posted August 29, 2012 I can definately second Tamiya primer! I have a can of the grey fine surface primer that I reserve for special occaisions as it usually costs me £7-8 for a tiny can. That said, I have yet to find a better primer as the Tamiya stuff goes on beautifully and never has a grainy finish. I haven't tried the brush-on equivalent, but if it's anything like the spray it should be very good. I have an old archive box I use as a spray booth. I always lay out a load of old newspaper, but so far, the carpet is still the right colour. Just remember to open all the windows as it can get very "aromatic"! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/259430-in-need-of-advice-on-basecoating/#findComment-3161051 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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