Scale Modeling Paint Chemisty Overview

In this episode I discuss the basic differences in the paint chemistries of acrylics, lacquers and enamels. I'll review how I thin them, and how they dry as well as dispelling the "true acrylic" myth.

[@rickkflores]

Good video thanks Jim!!

[@Juzgames]

Jim is a cockhead

[@kylwell]

What no Alclad II?

[@jimsmodels]

kylwell I actually have some, but I just haven't thrown it away. I don't really care for it. Shelf life seems to be an issue. I use Mr. Paint for metallics.

[@kylwell]

Really? 'Course it may be where I live, a mile up and 30% humidity on a wet day. I really like their flat clear coat, dead flat and no frosting.

[@jimsmodels]

kylwell Can you get their enamel clears to dry? I know thats a real big issue. I have a build I used the light sheen on back in 2015 that is still sticky to the touch.

[@kylwell]

Yes, used them on my last 3. I do know they can be a tad sensitive to contaminates and know a few people in more humid areas have had issues but they've also had issues with clear acrylics. Still sticky after 3 years... could be all three. Have you tried a hair dryer? See if the warm dry air will help it cure. I know a guy who is a paint junkie (he owns god knows how many brands) I'll see if he has any idea.