jimbo13 Posted January 25, 2016 Share Posted January 25, 2016 Hey folks, Silly question for everyone. Every time I use my secret weapon mini wash it comes out wicked shiny. I shake it/water down and even mix it with nuln oil(which seems to be the only thing that works) and it still has a sheen. Help!?!? I seek the wisdom of the sage council of the B&C painters!!! -Jimbo Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slips Posted January 25, 2016 Share Posted January 25, 2016 Hmm easiest solution I know of would be to matt/satin varnish it before continuing or at the end when the jobs done. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284568 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo13 Posted January 25, 2016 Author Share Posted January 25, 2016 Yeah... That's been happening too. Am I the only person with this issue? You're everywhere slips..... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jalgar Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 http://fromthewarp.blogspot.com/2011/05/secret-weapon-washes-critical-review.html?m=1 You might take a look at this. I remember reading a few criticisms of the washes a few years back. I don't really see an answer though. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Blaire Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 I would give Slips' response a shot, or simply paint plain matte medium over it. Slips speaks wisdom. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284661 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo13 Posted January 26, 2016 Author Share Posted January 26, 2016 http://fromthewarp.blogspot.com/2011/05/secret-weapon-washes-critical-review.html?m=1 You might take a look at this. I remember reading a few criticisms of the washes a few years back. I don't really see an answer though. Ohh!!! Super helpful Slips&Bryan- I should have been clearer. I do use the varnish with a matte finish but it doesn't quite do it for me Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284691 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaedes Nex Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 Matte varnish is actually just gloss varnish with matting agent powder in it. You can try adding some matting agent to the wash, or thinning it with brush-on matte varnish and some acrylic medium to see if that works. The simpler method would simply be to add yet another coat of matte varnish to see if that doesn't help bring down the shine. Sometimes one coat isn't enough for very high sheen finishes, just like one coat of white isn't enough to cover black primer. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Blaire Posted January 26, 2016 Share Posted January 26, 2016 A matte medium should help all by itself if the varnish isn't helping. A couple of layers of that will likely do the trick. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4284798 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommodusXIII Posted January 27, 2016 Share Posted January 27, 2016 I'll echo Bryan's advice. Whenever I run into issues with shiny washes - Nuln Oil can do this too if not properly shaken - a coat of Lahman Medium usually takes care of it. Sometimes I have to use multiple coats, as the wet medium can blend in with the shiny wash and hide areas that haven't been covered. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/318529-secret-weapon-washes-shiny/#findComment-4285698 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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