Weathered Steel Garage Doors Made simple
I did this many years ago. I thought someone might find it interesting. These scratch build, steel doors were made using thin aluminum plates I bought at a hobby store, which I cut to size, with a pair of scissors. I weathered using these methods:
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Primer ( this was a rust color bought from all-purpose store)
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No base coat (The primer was the base-coat)
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Using sponge technique (colours used are blue, brown and steel. I use colours from the Citadel collection)
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Dry Brushing(mostly the silver paint around the edges)
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A little rust powder in certain areas.( I used Mig's rust pigments)
N.B. Please note. The number '35', was later weathered after the photos were taken. That's it. You could go even further by doing some modulation effects here and there to add more dimension; but at the time I just went with these simple methods. Even simplicity can be just the look you are after.
Robert Knaack said on March 3, 2022
Looking at your articles really encourages me to experiment and try these techniques. Thanks for posting, Charles!
Charles King said on March 3, 2022
You're most welcome. Give it a shot. 🙂
David Mills said on March 3, 2022
Thanks Charles, I going to book mark this one for future reference!
Always great to see what can be achieved with different materials and techniques.
Charles King said on March 3, 2022
My pleasure David.
Spiros Pendedekas said on March 3, 2022
Thanks for posting, Charles!
Charles King said on March 3, 2022
You're welcome Spiros.
Dan Lee said on March 4, 2022
Your weathering skills are top notch. I'm glad that you shared them with us.
Charles King said on March 4, 2022
My warm appreciation Dan. Thank you.
walt samardak said on March 4, 2022
Good stuff! I've got to try this!
Charles King said on March 4, 2022
Go for it Walt. It's pretty easy.
Dave Yodens said on March 4, 2022
Charles, you are a jedi master. Love how you broke down your technique.
Charles King said on March 4, 2022
Thank you Dave. I like simplicity. 🙂
John vd Biggelaar said on March 4, 2022
Thanks for sharing this useful technique, Charles @tiking
Result of this approach looks great.
Charles King said on March 4, 2022
Glad you think so, John. Thanks.
Jim Crabb said on March 4, 2022
Heavy wear and tear and weathering as only Mr King can do it! Good stuff.
Charles King said on March 4, 2022
Hehe! You make a grown man blush, Jim. Much appreciated buddy.
Bernard Bedeur said on March 4, 2022
I am just starting out in simple diorama building and I much appreciate you sharing ideas and techniques here.
Thanks Charles!
Charles King said on March 4, 2022
I'm glad I could help on your new path. 🙂