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06-20-2009, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by large64

I work in injection molding and I see so many little parts that would be "perfect" to put into dios. 1 question I had is what kinds of paint are best for figures/vehicles. I tried painting a couple figures a few years ago with Testors, and I think the paint is still wet =/

My three best recommendations would be Testors Model Masters Acrylics (not the enamel crap they sell, though!), Citadel brand paints from Games Workshop and Tamiya Acrylics.
That's just for figures, though. I haven't tried my hand at customizing vehicles yet.

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06-20-2009, 07:27 AM	#12
Black Knight Tactical Specialist Offline --> Posts: 998 --> Join Date: Aug 2008	The only advise that I can give is don't spray-paint the rubber parts of vehicles or the "bendy" parts of the figures. I always found that the cheap "Apple Barrel" brand paints work just fine from Wal-Mart or any store that sells cafts.

06-20-2009, 07:47 AM	#13
Prince Adam Think For Yourself Offline --> Posts: 4,185 --> Join Date: Aug 2007	I use a combination of Model Masters Acryl and Appel Barrel for both vehicles and figures. Spray paint works great for vehicles as well, but you may need to sand them or use a primer depending on the surface. Also if you're repainting newer figures it's important to wash them thoroughly with warm water and dish soap (anything with citric acid in it). This will get rid of the mold release agent that can keep paint from adhering well to plastics. __________________

06-20-2009, 09:55 AM	#14
silentdusty Crusty Ol MWO Offline --> Posts: 2,994 --> Join Date: Oct 2006	Greetings... __________________ SILENT DUSTY "...but for a soldier his duty is plain. He is to obey the orders of all those placed over him and whip the enemy wherever he meets him." - General Ulysses S. Grant

06-20-2009, 09:34 PM	#15
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06-21-2009, 01:31 PM

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Absolutely. Most of the vets here are only too happy to offer advice if you ask. Welcome aboard!

we certainly are! Welcome

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06-21-2009, 05:52 PM	#17
Outrider It's been a great ride! Offline --> Posts: 14,302 --> Join Date: Jun 2005	Paints? Well, I'm in the minority here because I use enamels only, no wishy washy acrylics for me. For both figures and vehicles I use Humbrol or Revell semi matt enamels; they're tough, they come in a great range of military colours, and the semi matt finish matches the factory paint finish perfectly. On larger vehicles I also use matt enamel spray paints for a better finish than brushing. __________________ "The future's uncertain and the end is always near." - The Doors "Roadhouse Blues".

06-22-2009, 12:22 AM	#18
neapolitan joe G.I.JOE ITALIAN COLLECTOR Offline --> Posts: 27,808 --> Join Date: Jan 2007	I paint my Marauderinc weapons with Tamiya colors. __________________ My collection: http://www.joedios.com/dioramas/bro...r&imageuser=444

06-22-2009, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Outrider

Paints? Well, I'm in the minority here because I use enamels only, no wishy washy acrylics for me. For both figures and vehicles I use Humbrol or Revell semi matt enamels; they're tough, they come in a great range of military colours, and the semi matt finish matches the factory paint finish perfectly. On larger vehicles I also use matt enamel spray paints for a better finish than brushing.

I've never used enamels, but if any one goes with acrylic, Games Workshop is the way to go.

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