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I'm doing a build for the Winter Warriors GB and I've used both Model Master 1745 Insignia White and Tamiya X-02 White and both seem to be quite thin and pool up in corners leaving the gray plastic to peek through everywhere else.
I really don't want to brush paint the bits twice and the only other thing I can think of would be to spray everything. I don't mind doing that but there is going to be times when brush painting will be easier.
I know that most of you are going to suggest airbrushing but I am not set up for it right now and when the time comes that will be the route I will take. I do have three airbrushes and a compressor but I have just recently moved and, liked previously stated, am just not set up for it again yet.
So, if anyone could suggest a white that is a little thicker and won't pool up as bad in corners and thin out everywhere else it would be much appreciated.
Josh
You're going to find it difficult to find any white which will provide good coverage with a single brush coat. The best covering white I ever used was Humbrol, but that was well over 30 years ago and it may have changed by now.
Well, if you insist on single pass, it's going to be difficult. But you can get good results painting first layer with medium to light gray, letting it dry well and then putting white on. Hope it helps, have a nice day
Pawel
All comments and critique welcomed. Thanks for your honest opinions!
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Floquil's Reefer White is recommended by many. White is the most difficult color to paint, even with an airbrush. Primer first, and expect to do multiple coats.
So long folks!
maybe try a rattle can of white... flat white should cover very well...
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My best white was a on a continental sailor. I started with a medium gray and added darker gray shadows then started builging up he highlights in lighter grays and off white with pure white only for the brightest, topmost highlights. This was achieved by layering thin coats of Vallejo acrylics.
Remember, if the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.
also try the square bottles of Testors white..
Thanks for the info guys! I'll give everything a try. The longest road will probably be the best -_-'
If you undercoat the white with silver, it will cut the number of coats of white considerably. This is because of the nature of the pigments used in white, and is especially useful with gloss whites. Flat whites have better hide than gloss whites. Using and undercoat of silver (Hawkeye's Talon acrylic) and Polly Scale flat white, I can get full coverage in three to four light coats.
If you preshade panel lines, it needs to be done after application of the silver undercoat.
Ross Martinek A little strangeness, now and then, is a good thing…
Now that sounds interesting, gonna have to try it!
Have a nice day
Never have I found a white paint that covers flawlessly in one coat. Several, usually 3-4, are needed for a true white colour.
zokissima Never have I found a white paint that covers flawlessly in one coat. Several, usually 3-4, are needed for a true white colour.
Have you tried Floquil Reefer White? I would agree that it is the best covering white I have ever used.
I am going to have to try that trick that Ross mentioned about putting silver as a base coat.
If you have a "games workshop" store near you they sell the citadel line of paints. They are made to be brushed on figures and have a great white paint. Very thisk and great coverage. You need to thin it to spray it but it brushes fine from the bottle.
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