Mixing satin paint for airbrush

[Gerbzilla]

Can anyone help me with this. whats the best mix for enamal satin and thinners please as I still beginer for airbrush and modelingmany thanks for your help....

 

[Bunkerbarge]

There are a lot of variables to consider here such as coverage you are after, type of brush, pressure etc but the general guide is the consistency of milk. In a glass container you should see the paint run down the sides and leave a thin sheen that looks like milk in a glass. A good starting point for enamel would be 50-50 but have a play with this on scrap and adjust the mix if you are not getting the effect you are looking for.

 

[stona]

I don't think anyone can give you an exact ratio. There are too many variables,the paint,the thinner and then the airbrush set up. For most enamel paints I would suggest starting at a 50:50 mix and then adjusting that until you get the consistency that works for your set up.

Cheers

Steve

There seems to be an echo in here LOL. I must learn to type faster!

 

[Gerbzilla]

cheers

 

[Bunkerbarge]

Steve, I work on the idea that if we both say exactly the same thing there is a chance we might be right!!

 

[stona]

Steve, I work on the idea that if we both say exactly the same thing there is a chance we might be right!!

We live in hope!

Cheers

Steve

 

[Ian M]

Steve, I work on the idea that if we both say exactly the same thing there is a chance we might be right!!

Or at least one of you are......

I'll get my coat.

Ian M