Beginner's Guide: Getting a better finish on your models

[TheSeasonman1]

Good video looking forward to morefrom you in the future . Well done .

[SPARTANMST]

I love your videos, I am just getting into building and painting scale models, your videos are really helpful to me and I've learnt loads!

[MrCrazySnail]

Thank you so much! I never would have known how to fix my models without this video! I just can't thank you enough!

[ryanspeed]

Good tutorial, thanks for posting! Is there any preference of filler you prefer or does it matter? I'm currently using the Squadron white putty.

[Machinepriest]

I would also love to know where you bought those sanding sponges.

Those are exactly what I need at the moment :)

Great video as always.

[ScaleModelMedic]

@Machinepriest These particular ones are from a company called MDC - modeldesignconstruction. I can't put the link in here, it doesn't let me, but you can google them.

also hiroboy dot com does a set !

these are the thing most asked about lately !

[modelbuilder2000]

@ScaleModelMedic Aren´t  these sanding sponges similar to these things what girls use for their finger nails?

[awakeneddragon]

@ScaleModelMedic Purchased! The stuff I've been using are too big. Thanks!

[foofydoo]

what primer are you using and where can you get it from

[ScaleModelMedic]

@foofydoo it's vallejo polyeurethane primer - you should be able to get it online

[Garciamrcool]

please do more videos, I cant wait months for the next one!!

[ScaleModelMedic]

@Garciamrcool

I wish I could do them faster, but there's a lot of work goes into each video and editing takes time too....

[solidsmurf]

I like to keep a tooth brush around.

After filing i'll use the brush to remove any left over burs from the model. Or, if any excess plastic flakes are trying to catch a ride, you can knock them off as well.

well made video!

[mvm3897]

Love your videos. Very informative. Your weathering and color modulation Tuts are simply awesome.

[Koutetsujeeg]

I need an help!

I saw you use those "abrasive sponge" and I really think it's time to buy them. I usually glue a piece of abrasive paper on a piece of wood but it's not flexible like the sponges.

Where I can find them? What is their brand and name? Is there an online shop that sell them (in Italy I cannot find them in regolar bricolage shops).

TIA

[18F4V]

Very nicely done. Plenty of information with a simple demonstration to show how well it works. Great tutorial, thanks for your time and effort.

[AICOLLECTIBLES]

Absolutely fantastic guide!

[Phantomshock]

To clean them

[Phantomshock]

You can soak clogged files with lacquer thinner y

[cheech381]

Hi mate, loved the vid You always have something new to show us/me!

I do have a couple of questions for you though.

What can one do to clean a file like yours after they clog up? Or do U just throw em? Where can I obtain one of those pin vices? Never seen em like that before

Cheers

[ScaleModelMedic]

@cheech381 I know what you're saying about the files clogging up. A wire brush usually sorts them out, but normally a quick blast with the airbrush will clean that stuff off.

The drill was a gift from my saving grace from Iowa (he knows who he is!) so I don't know where you can get the exact same one but try searching online. Micromark would be a good place to start.

[ScaleModelMadman]

Good to see you back on the 'tube'! I think this is a great idea, beginner techniques like these are always in high demand (judging by all the messages I get) and I'm glad to see you've chosen to make this series. Not only will it be extremely helpful to many but it will be a nice break from all the more involved work.



[darthug]

Good stuff!

[chrisjhart221138]

Nice video, thanks for posting :)

[TwinTurbo74]

Awesome vid mate!

Some more tutorials from u would be really good!

[asjarra]

Wow such a high level of attention to detail is alway inspiring. Thank you for sharing! :D Great tips.

[ShaneFrakes]

Scratching off some of the paint and adding another coat of primer gave it a pretty cool effect like the vehicle was touched up where it was chipping paint. Great video mate. :)

[ScaleModelMedic]

@ShaneFrakes yes it is an interesting effect. This is why I am always encouraging people to experiment, it's amazing how simple things can generate effects. If you want a perfectly smooth finish then it would be a disaster, BUT if you were looking for that "pitted" paint effect then you just found your new method. Experiment, experiment, experiment.  It's the golden rule !

[Safwentay]

Top quality vlog as always Medic (just like your models) keep em coming buddy!

[13BN]

some great tips there i even like the look of the one that you primed then filed as it looked like it had been repaired in the field look

[ModelloursWorkshop]

nice to have you back and a great video but it seems like everybody is making 'beginners' videos ;)))

[ScaleModelMedic]

@ModelloursWorkshop it's all about supply and demand mate, I get TONS of comments and messages from beginners asking me questions. I have covered so many advanced techniques on my channel, but for guys who are just getting started these methods can be ruined by not mastering the basics before they paint. I'm hoping to help fix this with a series on the core techniques, but still adding more advanced videos at the same time!

[dpain23ms]

This is a great vid!!!!!!!!!

[paintpitproduction]

How do you thin your paint for airbrushing and buy how much?

[ScaleModelMedic]

@paintpitproduction the Vallejo primer you see in this video doesn't need anything for thinning, you just put it straight into the airbrush! the same applies to any of the Vallejo AIR paints - they're designed to airbrush without the need to use thinners....that's why they're the only paint I use !

[cheech381]

@ScaleModelMedic what kind of thinner is that? What base I mean? I really want to know what kind of thinners can be used with other manufactures paints. Eg can I use revell thinner with vallejo or GW paints for use in an airbrush for exampe. All my paints are acrylic but U just never lnow. But knowing what they are made of would help I suppose.

[ScaleModelMedic]

@cheech381 That's a can of lacquer thinners. It's a VERY strong thinner, it'll destroy most plastics if you slosh it on. Lacquer thinners can be used to thin Tamiya paints, oil paints and enamels, but it's not the kind of thinner you want to go spraying around too much, the fumes are literally a killer. I use it only to thin my putty and clean my airbrush, never for painting.