Cast Iron Effects Tutorial

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Red Comet
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Cast Iron Effects Tutorial

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Here's a tutorial I have written on achieving a realistic cast iron look using solvent glue :

Link : http://www.ghostofzeon.com/diy/detailin ... fects.html

It is a great technique to use when making heavily weathered models.
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I found that using a brass or steel bristled brush works better and that 3M's padded sandpaper helps soften the effect quit nicely. It's a great effect and you can also use sandpaper for a subtler feel of rolled iron or go real heavy and get a rusted feel. Great tutorial.
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