Tips on sealing a paint job

[Guest]

Hi, I don't know a lot about model painting atm but I have been required to paint 2 toy pistols for a convention I am going to later this week. I am using Revell paints, Matte Black, Silver and Gold but have found that once the paint dries it could be prone to rub off, is there any type of sealer I could use to protect it? I have seen clear Revell lacquer but it seems it would leave a glossy finish where I am looking for matte, I am also concerned it may wipe the paint off.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

[papa 695]

Hi Adam there are many Matt varnishes out there you could use, If you click on the shops logo at the top of the page John has a very nice selection you could look at. If the paint is dry it shouldn't wipe any paint away.

[Guest]

If the pistols are plastic Adam, be sure to use a primer before painting, this will help the paint key to the surface.

Real guns have a metallic sheen, so probably a satin varnish would suit you best, rather than a matt - especially as you're using matt paint already.

As Ian said, the Scale Model Shop is your best bet. Most people have their personal favourites so recommendations will come thick & fast - probably without a clear winner if I know this forum!

[tanktrack]

and here is the first Vallejo matt/satin

[Thorbrand]

Its probably no different to a model kit. First you want to prime it, a standard matt light grey will suffice normally. Then i would use two coats of gloss varnish and finally a coat of matt varnish. You can get gloss, satin or matt varnishes i tend to have the best results with matt varnishes by coating them on top of a clear gloss coat. When using a matt varnish always make sure you stir it very well and keep it stored at ambient room temperature

[Mr Bowcat]

If it helps, here's a couple of pics of some of my toys.

They are finished it a matte finish called duracoat, but still have a very slight sheen (most likely from wear).

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