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Future, in fact I use its successor, Pledge “Revive It” has been discontinued in 2022. I managed to buy a couple of bottles thru eBay back then. Indeed it is basically a gloss coat, but a very sustainable one […] -
Hi, Felix (@fxrob). I always worry about problems with decals, since they always occur at the end of a build and often destroys decals that you really need. I almost never use primer unless I am using parts made […] -
Dear Chris @chrisballard, i go with acrylics because of health concerns. Over the years i would say i have figured out common issues encountered with them when using an airbrush. But adhesion is an issue i have […] -
Thanks Alfred @alfred, unfortunately future is not available here. Is it basically a gloss coat?
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Before I put on any decals or stencils I always spray several layers of Future on the model. Also after applying the decals I put on a layer of Future to secure them. Future seems to be pretty much resistant […]
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Decal solutions are solvents in various guises chap. I suppose you could say stick to the same manufacturer because few seem to apply the same chemistry, but who doesn't mix and match? Personally I use almost […] -
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Dear John @johnb, Carl @clipper, Spiros @fiveten and Greg @gwfabian: Thank you all for your support and thoughts. I will definitely make good use for your advice for my next model kit- I have a Vallejo primer […]
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@fxrob, If the plastic is still having a bit of "grease" on it, the primer might not get a good grip on the plastic. In that case not only the paint but also the primer might come off. You should be able to see […] -
I would suggest perhaps that the Ammo Mig Primer may be part of the problem Felix (@fxrob). It may not be getting the "bite" in the plastic. You might try something like Mr Surfacer 1500. Barring that, perhaps a […] -
Hard to say what the root cause is, my friend @fxrob. Seems likely that your decal solution penetrates through the gloss varnish and the paint. Maybe another type of varnish would help? -
I use a combination of AK, Vallejo, and Tamiya acrylics. I paint a thin coat of clear acrylic floor polish I picked up at Home Depot before applying decals and I use Tamiya Mark Fit Strong to help seat the decals. […]
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Addendum: I did some research on the net. It seems that perhaps this is just a very common issue with acrylic colors - poor adhesion. Anyone with a similar experience?
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Hi everyone I have had an issue with acrylic colors twice in the last few months. It is odd, because it never happened to me prior to that: I use Ammo Mig primer for my Ammo Mig /AK interactive acrylics. After […]
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I’m thinking it must have something to do with the gloss coat as Spiros said. The wash/thinners sat for a week before I applied the matte coat so it was definitely dry. It’s strange because I dilute oils with the […] -
Ok, although I don’t use those specific gloss/flat brand I’ve been using the same steps you describe above after the paint job on the kit is done. Now I use mainly oils washes but occasionally I also go for an […] -
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