USING AEROSOL PAINT |
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Citadel
spray paint is specially formulated to provide a tough, durable finish
that is ideal for our metal and plastic models. When dry the surface will
readily accept Citadel acrylic paints and washes. |
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Ensure
the model to be sprayed is clean and any mold lines have been removed with
a craft knife or file. Make sure you protect the area you're spraying with
old newspaper or use the inside of a cardboard box. Spray in a well
ventilated area, such as an open garage. Do not spray in a badly
ventilated area, like a bedroom, lounge, or kitchen. |
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Place
your models on an upturned box or a piece of cardboard so you can turn
them and spray the backs without touching them. Temporarily fix the models
on with double-backed sticky tape or bits of Blu-Tac so they don't fall
off. |
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Shake
the can vigorously for one minute before spraying and occasionally while
in use. |
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Hold the
can 20-30 centimeters from the models, spraying evenly across the surface
of the models in short bursts.
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For the
best results, apply two thin coats rather than one heavy coat that may
obscure the detail of the model. Allow the first coat to dry completely
before adding the second.
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If the
surface bubbles or runs, you are spraying too close to the model or are
applying too heavy a coat.
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The
undercoat is dry to the touch after 10-15 minutes and ready to paint on in
1 hour. |
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If the
nozzle becomes clogged, twist a full turn. Under no circumstances stick a
sharp object into the top of the can to clear blockage. Replace the nozzle
with a gentle twisting motion, making sure the nozzle is facing away from
you. |
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After
use, turn the can upside down and spray until only gas emerges. This
method prevents paint drying in the nozzle during
storage. |
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SPRAYING
MODELS STUCK ON TOP OF AN UNTURNED BOX |
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Drybrushing: What
is it? |
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Drybrushing is a
quick and effective way of highlighting a model. It works best on areas of
raised detail and not so well on smooth surfaces. The following is a
simple guide to applying highlights by drybrushing. |
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- When you have mixed the highlight colour with an
old brush, wipe it backwards and forwards on some tissue paper until
there is only a trace of paint left on the bristles. Make sure that you
use an old brush, as this technique is very hard on the bristles and
will quickly ruin a good brush.
- The next step is to quickly
drag the tip of the brush backwards and forwards over the area you are
highlighting. The raised surface texture will pick up the paint from the
bristles and the highlights will build up. Be as gentle as possible when
you are drybrushing. If you are heavy-handed, the paint will build up
too thickly and the texture or detail will become obscured.
- When you have applied the
first coat lighten the colour and repeat the process.
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