|
|
Post by mcsardo on Jan 3, 2017 9:07:04 GMT -6
Hey guys,
I have a bunch of models sitting on my table that need to get primed, but I haven't been able to do it since it's been well below the temperature to use spray cans outside. Anyone got good strategies (including ignoring the temperature limits) for priming in the winter? I live in an apartment, so I don't have a garage that I could use, and I think that my neighbors/landlord would get displeased if I did it in the laundry room in the basement.
|
|
|
|
Post by Nick P on Jan 3, 2017 9:55:48 GMT -6
In my experience, doing really quick batches in the cold aren't so bad - if you take maybe 2-3 models at a time, and spray them in quick bursts then bring them inside to dry, the models and the paint don't get too cold. The can stays warm, the models stay relatively warm, and then once inside they tend to dry normally in my experience.
Or borrow someone's airbrush - I've been doing a lot of airbrush priming the last couple weeks, and it works like a dream and can be done indoors.
|
|
cj
neophyte
Posts: 734 
|
Post by cj on Jan 3, 2017 11:01:34 GMT -6
Worst comes to worst, put a cardboard box on your stove and turn on the vent. Not the best option, but can work.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2017 12:12:55 GMT -6
I've found that the bathroom, an open window, and Box Fan works well enough. Idk if it was just bad paint, but once I had some models primed for me at NDG in freezing temperatures and the paint dried with a "goopy" texture. Ever since then I've never risked priming in the extreme cold.
|
|
|
|
Post by Dougtrio on Jan 3, 2017 15:46:24 GMT -6
Step 1: Use a citadel base paint and apply directly to plastic with a paint brush.
Your models are now primed indoors any time of year.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2017 16:00:54 GMT -6
Step 1: Use a citadel base paint and apply directly to plastic with a paint brush. Your models are now primed indoors any time of year. For some reason every time I hear Doug talk about his priming methods I just think of those old HeadOn commercials. www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_SwD7RveNE"PaintOn; Apply directly to the model" |
|
|
|
Post by Nick P on Jan 4, 2017 9:44:36 GMT -6
Step 1: Use a citadel base paint and apply directly to plastic with a paint brush. Your models are now primed indoors any time of year. Why even go that far? Just dip them in a tub of hot colored wax of your choice. Primer, paint, AND varnish in one. |
|
|
|
Post by Nathan on Jan 4, 2017 10:31:45 GMT -6
Wouldn't using a airbrush without good ventilation be almost as bad as spraying indoors
|
|
|
|
Post by Nick P on Jan 4, 2017 12:01:57 GMT -6
Nope, because there's no propellant other than compressed air, so there aren't any fumes to inhale. You don't want to be hovering so close to your airbrush that you inhale paint particles, of course, but in general I've never had any issues. You can also pick up a cheap face mask for like $1 at walgreens if you're concerned.
|
|
