Heimlich Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 So, I want to keep my models paint from further chipping, so Im wondering if varnish will help that, and if not what will help that? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beornling 3.1415 Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I'm not sure but I still use/own several cans of painters glooss. I just am never satisfied with my own work. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Angelus Sanctus Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 If you use a Matte varnish, that will provide protection to your minis, but wont give them a bright shine. Now if you use gloss varnish, expect to look like a very shiney :ph34r: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCC Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 A good gloss varnish should give your minis a nice hard lacquer covering to prevent chips and dints. If you don't want a gloss finish it's recommended that you use a gloss varnish for the first coat then dull it with a matt varnish (gloss coats are harder and offer more protection, dunno why, they just do :ph34r: ). Personally I recommend either Testor's Dullcote (spray) for a dead flat finish and Humbrol Matt or Gloss varnishes (spray). I've had excellent results with all 3, Dull cote in particular is great, absoloutely no shine or gloss to the finish at all. NB A matt varnish will offer some protection to your mini, just not as much as a gloss or a gloss followed by a matt... Aww, nuts, beaten to it. I really must either eat lunch or type, doing both simultaneously is slow and messy... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052113 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heimlich Posted July 12, 2006 Author Share Posted July 12, 2006 What about the varnish that GW puts out in the paint bottles? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052116 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Nihm Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I recommend the paint bottled version. I've had 5 models ruined by GW's spray and I'll never go back to using it.. I used to use an old matte Citadel spray which I never had any problems with.. it ran out a year ago. Since then, the new GW brand has been nothing but dissapointing. Testors comes highly recommended (but its impossible to get ahold of here in Europe..) I'm currently trying out a brand called Royal Talens and so far it's ok, although it gives an "oily" finish that reacts to bodyheat.. meaning that if you hold your model for too long it feels 'sticky'... :) Long story short, GW varnish in paint bottles are :wub: and will protect your models from chipping. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052176 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hat Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 For Death Guard? Use Gloss Varnish on the pars you want to look "slimy" and matt varnish ont he parts you want to look "rusty" and you'll enhance the look of your Marines no end, even if you don't end up making them chip-proof. Seriously, selectively glossed Death guard look fantastic. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052227 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemal Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I'd use gloss over the whole model, then recoat in matte over the areas which you want to remain flat finished. In fact - I sometimes use satin finish on say cloth or hair to give a shimmery look Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052232 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Angelus Sanctus Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 Vallejo IIRC do now stock varnish bottles, although i cant recall right now if its both a Matt and Gloss or just a gloss. I strongly feel that they do indeed do both types of varnish. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052458 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akrim Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 Gee I used the GW Hardcoat gloss varnish spray on my last army and it turned out really well. Just dont overdo it, a light spray at a level angle is all you need. Just make sure to shake it up well, hold it about 6-8' away from the model. Gives it a good seal and wont overshine your models and will protect from chipping. If its your first time, do a test first. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/91580-varnish-will-it-keep-models-from-chipping/#findComment-1052472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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