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SANDPAPER Use an all purpose sandpaper. I like to have various grits on hand. 150, 220, 400, 600, 800 | Lower grits are coarse, higher grits are fine. Using a sanding sponge can be easier and faster for large areas. Needle files work well for small grooves. Nail sponges can help buff and smooth before primer. All Purpose Sandpaper : amzn.to/4gdMjaO Sanding Sponges : amzn.to/40ovfsW Triangle Needle File : amzn.to/4jsBCns Nail Sponges : amzn.to/3E6nf8i _________________________________________________________________________________ CARBIDE SCRAPERS These are super easy for small areas, details and prepping resin. I have a complete set, but these two are the only ones you really need. CS01 - Plain Round Tip CS02 - Tapered Detail Carbide Scrapers Rio Rondo: www.riorondo.com/tools/scrapers.html Carbide Scrapers Kellys Studio : www.kellys-studio.com/carbidescrapers _________________________________________________________________________________ CLEANUP Brush away debris using an old toothbrush or damp microfiber as you sand. A hair dryer can help dry the water in-between primer layers. Toothbrushes : Save an old one! Wet Microfiber or Rag : amzn.to/3C5dhDK Hair Dryer : amzn.to/3Ef1hQs _________________________________________________________________________________ VEINS AND DETAILS h Create veins, chestnuts and small details using Cerne relief paste. Adjust with a silicon shaper tool. Cerne Relief : amzn.to/4azeMqn Silicon Shaper Tool : amzn.to/3Xam2nB _________________________________________________________________________________ RESIN PREP When prepping resin, remove the mold release by scrubbing and washing the model in Bar Keeper's Friend with an old toothbrush. Then rinse with a Dawn Dish soap layer. Bar Keeper's Friend: https://amzn.to/40sIj09 Dawn Dish Soap : amzn.to/46XAC58 _________________________________________________________________________________
PRIMER _________________________________________________________________________________ Primer is required for your sculpting or customizing project as a base for paint to adhere to. You do not need to strip the model of it's original paint, but it should be sanded and cleaned. The primer will cover the original colour. Primer must be sprayed outdoors with the use of a respirator! STICK TO ONE OF THESE BRANDS! Pick a colour depending on your project and paint medium. Primer reacts to humidity level and application methods. Play with different brands to find the best match. DUPLICOLOUR : amzn.to/4js5wIQ Dries to a matte, chalky and thin finish - Sandable or Filler versions both work based on preference. I prefer sandable in grey or red. RUSTOLEUM : amzn.to/4jrz9Kg Dries to a satin, tacky and thick finish - Be sure to let cure for a full 6 days. TAMIYA : amzn.to/4g7b48K Dries to a satin, chalky and medium finish - Regular and Fine versions both work based on preference _________________________________________________________________________________ |
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