ShadowFortress Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 I just primed my tanks and everywhere that the turret and the body are touching the paint is scraping off. Is that normal? I waited until they were dry. Sorry I don't know if you can see it, the pic is kinda bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andozane Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 What material are the models? Did you wash them in soap and warm water and thoroughly dry before priming? What kind of primer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowFortress Posted October 16, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 Like what type of plastic? I don't wash them first, I'll try that next time, thanks! The primer I used was army painter I believe. So whatever the starter primer is for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Trainer Posted October 17, 2023 Report Share Posted October 17, 2023 19 hours ago, ShadowFortress said: Like what type of plastic? I don't wash them first, I'll try that next time, thanks! The primer I used was army painter I believe. So whatever the starter primer is for that. You mentioned where paint touches, if they're rubbing together I would think paint could rub off. However, I use different primer myself. The Duplicolor sandable primer has always been my personal preference (white or grey). Second, as mentioned some plastics get a bonus if you rinse them and I use an old toothbrush under cold water (however, rarely required for purchased minis). It can vary though, never a bad idea. Also, 3d printed PLA is a different material too. Third, if you overspray and end up with too much paint, this will not bond well. Two light coats are always better than trying to get it on the first spray. Lastly, if you spray too close to the model, the propellant cannot evaporate and you end up with propellant stuck in the model and that does not bond at all. You should be spraying light coats side to side, about 8" from the model surface. Also make sure to shake the paint can for a full minute before starting, and shake 5 seconds for every 15-20 seconds of spray (this is overkill, but important to keep it mixed). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowFortress Posted October 17, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2023 Ok. Thanks! I think I was over spraying a bit. I'll be sure to try that next time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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