I have some acrylic paints that are too thick to put through my airbrush gun, and since purchasing this, only a small little bit is needed to thin down my paints to put them through my airbrush. #gallery-11 { I've used other thinners for MM and they sprayed fine, but once returned to storage, over time they turned to jelly. Ideals are peaceful. JavaScript is disabled. Bottle, Testors 4681 Gunmetal Semi - Gloss Model Master Acrylic Paint - 1/2 oz. Regardless of the thinner or the type of paint, making sure the paint is the proper consistency for airbrushing is key. The Model Masters thinner is expensive I was looking for a less expensive alternative since I work in a hardware store..Would Xylol or Mek work? This is just a guess, but I suspect the issue may have more to do with the chemical composition of the various thinners than anything else. Hardware store thinner is okay sometimes, but I find using the MM thinner is better for airbrushing some of their paints. by TurkeyVolumeGuessingMan Tue Sep 09, 2014 8:39 pm, Post Aztek's Universal Airbrush paint thinner allows you to thin acrylic paints for spraying through an airbrush. by Kylwell Fri Oct 10, 2014 4:46 pm, Post /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */. RidgeRunner, By My experience is that good old hardware store lacquer thinner _ the Swiss Army knife of solvents _ is the best product to use to thin Testors lacquers and enamels for airbrushing. I imagine the thinner will still be around however, as they are continuing the automotive enamels and they will need the thinner. Testors Thinner is basically Mineral Spirits. Explore our social media channels to read about Stores latest insights. Old Humbrol enamel is better with white spirit/lighter fluid. } } If it is not thinned, it may create an orange peel effect on the model. Obviously if you can clean up with water, you can also thin the paint with water. #gallery-10 img { Don't forget the old Revells too, they seem to have pretty good colour density, and might be cheaper for you. Lacquer thinner? text-align: center; by TurkeyVolumeGuessingMan Tue Mar 10, 2015 4:54 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. Future has several uses: Keep in mind that Future was not meant for modeling at all, so you may experience problems with it. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. } Could work. float: left; Since acrylics dry so fast, you can also dip a q-tip in the fluid then use for a quick wipe if they clog your airbrush tip. } 2022 Liquitex says, "Increases flow, surface penetration, and workability of thinned acrylic colors. I've used other thinners for MM and they sprayed fine, but once returned to storage, over time they turned to jelly. Use a pipette to transfer paint from the bottle to a separate container for thinning. Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2014. I agree with Ken on the lacquer thinner part, I tried for the first time a few years ago with testors colors by boyd enamels and was pleasantly surprised with the results. But I still have it just in case. Something amusing; When I saw this happening with the tins, I emailed Humbrol and they said you can thin the tins with the Humbrol enamel thinners so long as the lid is sealed up again tight. It doesn't create seperation issues and flows nicely from the brush or airbrush. Spray (or brush, if you are using the hairy stick) the thinned paint, and if any is left over, discard it. FLAMMABLE Cannot be Shipped Internationally or Via Air to US Locations.Used specifically for thinning Model Master Acryl Paints. I know Model Masters has its own Paint thinner,however how is this thinner different from Mineral Spirits or Naptha? Yes for Lacquer and Enamel, but I like it in my Acrylics too! I wonder how many of the other brand enamels have this issue. I've primed vinyl parts with lacquer based paints in the past, thick hard parts. Jeff. Thin only what you need for each painting session. border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; I thin Tamiya and MM Acryl with $1 a gallon blue windshield washer fluid. btw, Ken your package will be mailed soon, sorry for the delay. Test it every time just to be sure. Don't know. One 4 oz (118mL) Plastic Bottle of Thinner used for Thinning Acrylic Model Master Acryl Paints. Powered by Invision Community, General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars). Just wondering, why are you trying to airbrush MM enamel? At least it's simple in one respect, based on the previous comments, it seems that lacquer thinner will work on all of them. Thanks in advance. border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features. It also gets old over time, and you might find it not drying well or messing up in some other way. by Dukat, S.G. Wed Oct 15, 2014 3:37 pm, Post If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. But, I have successfully used lacquer thinner with Model Master paints - both enamels and acrylics. I wonder where we have heard/seen that beforecough new Humbrol cough. #gallery-12 img { #gallery-11 .gallery-item { Acrylic Thinner for Model Master Paint Model Master, Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2019. I've had this bottle of paint around for about 10 years now, so I don't know if it's because it was old and I did not thin it enough, but I was able to successfully put down a nice layer of paint. Works with all Testors, Aztek, & Model Master Acrylic paints. width: 100%; Because acrylics tend to dry quickly, they can clog the airbrush or dry on the needle tip. Posted: Friday, June 15, 2012 - 03:22 PM UTC. To be clear, I am referring to using lacquer thinner in the water clean up variety (aqueous) of acrylics. Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2016. However this thinner gives the paint a better consistency, especially for paints that I've mixed by myself. Magnolia, NJ 08049 It is an acrylic fluid that dries glossy and pretty hard. Only reason I can think of is you can't sand acrylics to get the smooth finishes the car guys demand. Used to dilute acrylic paints for miniatures and models. A forum community dedicated to all Hobbyists. It just gunked up the nozzle really badly. I love it, because it does not break down the pigment in my paint, nor does it cause separation. I've been using it for years and since switching i've yet to etch or craze a body with it. The labeling is what makes it difficult. Of course, I always recommend a primer. margin-top: 10px; #gallery-10 .gallery-caption { Don't thin with Windex. I don't know anything about model master enamel, only the MM acrylic. Unfortunately, I think in Humbrol colours, and the acrylic in that range really needs some massive work to make it decent. I use it a lot so I bought two. You can have "acrylic enamel": acrylic resin mixed with water, or "acrylic enamel": acrylic resin mixed with lacquer thinner, two very different animals. by Kylwell Wed Oct 15, 2014 3:56 pm, Post Jonathan's Star Wars models, kit-bashes, scratch-builds, hovertanks, armor models, scale lists, & more. Use about 60% paint and 40% washer fluid, works like a charm. The grays, for example, seem to airbrush better with it. Thanks. The enamels are too expensive to bother with in Aus. But, harsh chemicals can dissolve the acrylic binder causing them to lose their ability to stick to the model. This page works best with JavaScript. Space Ranger; In that case, perhaps the artist odourless spirits would be ok to thin in the containers. I really like acrylics, one you get used to them, they are very nice. Your link has been automatically embedded. by Dukat, S.G. Fri Oct 10, 2014 4:08 pm, Post Grab a plastic bottle or whatever, load her up and give it a shot. I understand that Testors sells their own brand of acrylic thinner for their Model Master paints, however that is unavailable to me since I live in Japan. Discussion Forums for Imaginative Scale Modelers, Post Years ago there was line of paints for modelers sold in the US that seemed to congeal the minute the bottle was opened. Like some of the others in the forum, I've used windex (glass cleaner) and rubbing alcohol, but the Testors acrylic paint thinner is the easiest and probably the best. Recommended. If I don't add something to those tins soon, they will be cactus in a few months I would wager. Model Master paints are available in acrylics, enamels and lacquers. #gallery-12 .gallery-item { I've always used mineral spirits and/or lacquer thinner to thin enamels, primarily Humbrol. Bottle [Pack Of 3] (3Pack 50496A) | Quill. Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2017. Upload or insert images from URL. I was working on a Bandai mecha model from Martian Successor Nadesico, and I decided to paint the rifle Model Master Acrylic Gun Metal. You can post now and register later. Keep on shootin'! The best way to keep your airbrush tip from clogging is to keep a cup of airbrush cleaner with a Q-Tip in it when you are shooting. Starting to finish my projects with acrylic paints to cut down on the VOCs (volatile organic compounds) associated with petroleum distillates. Otherwise I would have stuck to Humbrol. Proprietary thinners, created for use with a particular brand of paint with a proprietary chemical composition, may themselves have unique additives such as retarders, hardeners, leveling agents, drying agents, etc., which make them easier to spray or brush and dry faster or without orange peel or brush marks, but which can cause a chemical reaction in stored paint over time. Good amount of thinner for the price point. } 2022 - Ecommerce software by PrestaShop, Tamiya - Color Lacquer Paint Flat Red - LP79, Tamiya - Color Lacquer Paint Flat Yellow - LP80, Tamiya - Color Lacquer Paint Flat Blue - LP78, Tamiya - Color Lacquer Paint Light Brown - LP77, Tamiya - Color Lacquer Paint Yellow Brown - LP76, Excel - Stainless Steel Straight Edge Blades (5) - 20021, Excel - No 2 Straignt Edge Blades (5) - 20002, Excel - No 105 Semi Concave Carving Blades (2) - 20105, Excel - Assorted Light Duty Blades (5) - 20014, GNZ - Mr. Color Royal Air Force (WW II) Early - CS683, GNZ - Mr. Color Metallic (Gloss) Burnt Iron (H76) - Primary - Exhaust Pipe - C61, UMP - Sanders Multi Pack (4 Sanders) - 013, GNZ - Mr. Color Gloss Red H-3 Primary - C3, GNZ - Mr. Color MR. Testors Auto Detail Enamel Paint Set, .25 oz bottles,Multicolor, Testors 4771 Gelb RLM 04 Semi - Gloss Acrylic Paint - 1/2 oz. That way I can paint enamels or acrylics over it without any issues. Your previous content has been restored. Hope some one can answer this Thanks in advance!!! P-51D Mustang PE, Airscale - 1/48 WW II IJA/IJN Instrument Dials (Decal). With store thinner, the paint mist sometimes dries before it hits the model and creates uneven areas. I hope Colour Coats isn't snuffed out with the rest if/when this happens. Yup, use Tamiya's regular thinner in MM paints all the time. What should I use to thin the Testors Model Master paints for airbrushing? It's a gloss paint, and it turned out FANTASTIC! by TurkeyVolumeGuessingMan Tue Sep 09, 2014 11:08 pm, Post #gallery-10 .gallery-item { or the acrylic paint thinner marketed by Testors. I will probably do this to the tins that are drying out and see what happens, and make any further investments based on the result. Do not return it to the original bottle! alkyd or gum resin mixed with mineral spirits. width: 100%; } Without knowing the consistency of the MM enamels, I couldn't give you a ratio to mix it. } It blends in and thins them nicely. I use Tamiya thinner for what few MM paints I have. All guidance appreciated. #gallery-12 .gallery-caption { by Kylwell Tue Sep 09, 2014 10:11 pm, Post margin: auto; float: left; I have used Vallejo Matt Varnish mixed with Future in the past to create an almost-flat coat, but I tend to stick with AK these days (or no final coat at all). Alcohol-based thinner that works for AK/Mig paints, as well as Tamiya, Fluid retarders or slow-dry (not pictured), These slow paint drying times, but don't add too much or you will weaken the paint, Lacquer thinner for Tamiya and Mr. Color paints, Dries quickly, so best used for only small decals, Brush on a surface, and drop pigments onto wet Future, Also, mix pigments with Future to create a glossy paint. I know of a few people that have used regular hardware store lacquer thinner too. All Rights Reserved. I've always used GP thinner to thin Model Master enamels. text-align: center; MegaHobby.com All Rights Reserved. How old is your bottle of thinners? 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By I store it separately and using it's own thinner, MM last about as long as any other paint on the shelf that way. The most common solvents are lacquer thinner, mineral spirits, and water. I thinned it with Tamiya lacquer thinner and airbrushed it. Good but expensive. Of course it also works well with decanted Krylon, Rustoleum, Plasticote And, just to add to the confusion, you also have your acrylic enamel paints, e.g. You can airbrush it fairly well, but it requires either Windex or an ammonia-based windshield-washer fluid to thin it. I hate acrylics, but may have to learn to love them. Works with Vallejo, Lifecolor, Mig/AK acrylics, Model Master. For that purpose, please find our contact info in the legal notice. Come join the discussion about die cast, models, slot cars, radio control vehicles, classifieds, swaps, and more! I'd really appreciate your thoughts. /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */. Testors Model Master Acryl Thinner 4 Oz. margin: auto; I also love AK Interactive's line of pre-made varnishes, which spray nicely and clean up easily. #gallery-10 { I'm trying to remember who here has a lot of experience with vinyl kits. For flats I use their thinner,for gloss lacquer thinner.Remember that Testors is made by RPM,a giant paint manufacturer.ie:Rustoleum,ect. Can I use laquer thinner to thin both? Your use of our website is subject to intentX's Privacy Policy ,which is available here. The new Humbrols, even the crap tins, spray just fine. Powered by Invision Community. Good luck, hope I helped a little bit. } margin-left: 0; White spirit should be good for cleaner. I think the MM thinner is formulated to keep the paint from drying too quickly. The rule of thumb thin it to approximately the consistency of milk. Display as a link instead, Turned to jelly eh? After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Update! Clear editor. Did you mix paints before putting in the airbrush cup? It is confusing. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. But I like the way it sprays and it dries even quicker. Paste as plain text instead, If I were you, I would either try to source the MM thinner, or give lighter fluid a go. Windex actually destroys the pigment and carrier, which is why it's so good at stripping models and cleaning airbrushes. Bottle, Testors 4640 Hot Pink Pearl Gloss Model Master Acrylic Paint - 1/2 oz. December 4, 2017 in Paint. I have heard colour coats stored with its own thinner does not have this issue, but I am unsure about xtracolor, Revell, etc. United States of America. It either sticks quite nicely or slumps off like mold on a rock. Don't assume all is well yet. I'm personally at a loss as MM military colors are my "go to" paints. Convenient 4 oz. by Kylwell Tue Sep 09, 2014 10:08 am, Post margin-left: 0; I wouldn't recommend using MEK to thin paint. } Bottle, Testors 4646 Kandy Scarlet Gloss Model Master Acrylic Paint - 1/2 oz. Ill likely never buy it again. Instead, create or use a semi-flat or satin coat that won't kill the colors. Don't worry, it isn't any more flammable than white spirit, but it drys quicker, and leaves no residue. GMP440, We search the web to find the best deals and products. I have found, though, that for the least "hot" to plastics is pactra's rc paint lacquer thinner, it's a little costlier than the base stuff, but in my experience it works great where others craze the plastic. } One of the major problems I have had and hear about with others revolves around thinners for paints or airbrushing.
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