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Re: Prep for Acrylics

by Santacarl » Thu Jul 30, 2015 9:16 pm

Thanks Timmy.... Good to know stuff....

Re: Prep for Acrylics

by Timmy C » Thu Jul 30, 2015 2:43 pm

Just use dish soap and water if you're working with a plastic kit. Even so, some acrylics (like Vallejo) require a good primer coat to prevent it from lifting.

Some resin kits use a mold release agent that requires a substance that can dissolve silicone.

Prep for Acrylics

by Santacarl » Thu Jul 30, 2015 10:23 am

Hello All,

I'm about to begin experimenting with acrylics..... :roll:

I have read that it is a good idea prior to applying paint to first wash in warm soapy water then prep the part with a cleaning solution to remove oils and gunk from the manufacturing process prior to painting. I saw some references to Testors and Floquil Polly S plastic prep product for this purpose but when I did a search it seems to be discontinued.

Can someone give me an idea of what works well for this? :please:


Thanks.....

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