marc2109
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I've been wondering about this since I started the model. Even though I'm not there yet, I can't stand not knowing: So, I've got my nice, flat military camo job. I spray the whole plane with future to protect the acrylic paints. Now I have a rather glossy camo job. Is the model then treated with some kind of dull coat to get the shiny out?
hobbyhubby51
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Yes ...After you decal and the weathering is done the last thing to do is spray a flat coat over and it will dull down the Future shine
marc2109
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hobbyhubby51
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I use Winsor and Newton Matt UV Varnish works really well and protects your work from UV light
TedUSA
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Windsor & Newton have great products. I have been using Vallejo 70.520 Matt Varnish with good results also. One good point about the Windsor and Newton products is that most all dedicated "art" shops carry their products.
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marc2109
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Thanks gentelmen, I may be able to get that matt varnish at Hobby Lobby. Does it need to be thinned for airbrushing, if so, what do you thin it with?
hobbyhubby51
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I thin mine with a 50/50 mix with Bobby's Homebrew but before that Tamiyas X-20A acrylic thinner but I'd imagine you could use most acrylic thinners. Now the 50/50 mix is just for your standard matt finish you can adjust for a more semi matt or more flat, just depends on what your wanting.
