How to properly decal over glass/matt panels ie refit Ent.
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How to properly decal over glass/matt panels ie refit Ent.
Hey guys! I know the proper way to decal amd seal a model is using a glass amd then matt (or choice) clear spray. But... how would you do this if the paint job itself is a matt/glass pattern. Wouldn't putting an overall gloss and then a matt just negate the paneling detail done?
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I'm not a Trek guy but I think you are describing the alternating matte and gloss panels used to show aztecking on a Trek ship. IF we are talking about the gloss/matte method and no other (color modulation of the basecoat, for instance), method, here's how I would do it:
1.) Lay down primer and then base color over it.
2.) Gloss entire model with Future floor polish.
3.) Lay down decals using Future to set the decals too (it's how I apply decals).
4.) Apply another coat of Future over the decals to really "lock" them in.
5.) Mask off areas to remain gloss coated using low-tack frisket film. Mask off anything else you don't want to be matte-coated.
6.) Apply matte coat in several light coats.
I hope this helps.
Kenny
1.) Lay down primer and then base color over it.
2.) Gloss entire model with Future floor polish.
3.) Lay down decals using Future to set the decals too (it's how I apply decals).
4.) Apply another coat of Future over the decals to really "lock" them in.
5.) Mask off areas to remain gloss coated using low-tack frisket film. Mask off anything else you don't want to be matte-coated.
6.) Apply matte coat in several light coats.
I hope this helps.
Kenny