Airbrush Basics: Picking an Airbrush, Compressors, & Cleaning - Prop: Shop

[@r00n_]

My dad has done automotive paint for the past like 30 years so he's showed me a lot of tips and tricks. Definitely want to start on my props!

[@mbkmmodels9406]

Im in the UK. This video crosses the Atlantic well. The humour is dry and there is no beating around the bush. This guy is straight in with the hints and tips. His work is also cool.

[@doomstadt2371]

Just bought an airbrush kit with 2 different gravity feeds, and 1 siphon feed and a little compressor. So I'm crash coursing airbrush videos right now! Thanks Bill and co.!

[@punishedprops]

That's fantastic! You're gonna have so much fun!

[@beingnormal1899]

You're the only video that actually talked about compressors for airbrushes so thank you for that!

[@EvilTedSmith]

Great air brush painting video. I will so send folks to this!

[@TheHaseo322]

I just bought an airbrush with an air compressor after years of painting props and armor by hand and had no idea where to start, I know this video is a bit old, but it has helped me understand much more how I should treat and start using it ~ Thank you :D

[@WillJamesBTB]

You've inspired me to dig out my airbrush and try it again. I haven't used it in probably 15 years back when I used to do scale-modeling. Thankfully, I did a couple of tests this morning and everything still works!

[@johnnymccurdy6415]

I just pulled a air brush outta a old garage ,symphone Canada pro-fix ,I’ve always used a spray bomb for my kits and brushes ,tooth pics such for tiny trim .. this video showed me a whole lot more knowledge to get outta the old way to the new to me way .. thx for this .. moparmaniacjohnny

[@punishedprops]

You're so welcome!

[@Av987]

Thanks dude! Finally a straightforward and no-bs video about the basics of airbrushing!!!!

[@ersheetz2021]

I just bought one that I'm waiting on now. First one. Very good tips in this video. Thank you.

[@punishedprops]

You're so welcome!

[@FelixTheG]

Thank you so much for this Video. I want to buy an Airbrush this month and i was aiming for a cheap kit with kompressor, but there are so many people out there who are saying: buy a good, expensive one.But iam not a pro at painting and i want to try out first, so you really boosted my decision :)

[@MachineRight]

Hey Bill, Great video! You may want to note that using an ultrasonic cleaner on aluminum may cause pitting just encase your airbrush has aluminum parts. I learned this the hard way!

[@merlin6707]

I've been thinking of getting an airbrush and the beginner kit you linked is the exact kit I was looking at to start with. I guess it's a good choice for knowing nothing about airbrushes and picking it because it's a good deal.

[@merlin6707]

Cool, thanks for the advice.

[@MajKushiel13]

I'm about to start painting my Phasma armor! I've never used an airbrush before so this tutorial came at the right time! Perfect as always. thank you!

[@MajKushiel13]

Oh it's been an adventure that's for sure! Ready to be done with it so I can start my Rogue One Death Trooper hahaha.

[@borichardson5385]

Interested in learning airbrush. Your video has me moving into the challenge with more confidence than before. At 62 and extremely old school. Building high end custom fishing rods/tackle. Changes can be quite a fear factor. From the very beginning my world has been basic aerosol hobby paints. I'm convinced airbrush is going to allow me the detailing techniques I've been in search of. If nothing else mabe just getting a break from the obnoxious marble in each can as well as the ridiculously expensive camel hair brush

[@punishedprops]

You can do it!

[@patrikmoller3643]

Great to see someone actually saying siphon airbrush isn't a stupid choice :)

[@punishedprops]

I love mine!

[@ExclusivelyEsox]

You covered a lot in 8 minutes. I appreciate you uploading this.

[@punishedprops]

Happy to help out!

[@wisegarou]

Thank you very much for this video. My wife got an airbrush for costume makeup, and we didn't clean it very well. It's nice to know that's not the end of the world for that nice piece of equipment.

[@loneninja]

Thanks Bill! You have inspired my wife and I to pull out our airbrushes and get better with them.

[@anikatyanna2366]

Most informative video on this topic, thus far. Jeez. Thank you.

[@CazM]

Thanks so much for the update video, I learned a lot! I just got an airbrush and compressor last week as a gift and this weekend I'll be using it for the first time to paint a foam feathered corset gold with metallic gilt. I'm watching all your airbrush videos along with Kamui's and other awesome folks so I have some ideas how to tackle this project before I get started!

[@punishedprops]

Splendid!

[@javiermercado8718]

Thanks man I got so lost with all the drama and research. I need it a pro opinion and this is the best. Thanks

[@THOMASTHESAILOR]

I bought my first Airbrush to paint the motor in my Cobra Mustang.. It worked perfect.. I only had to tape off a couple things. The Airbrush was very accurate and neat, The motor looked like new.. So, little by little, I ended up painting most everything else under the hood.. It really did look great.. An Airbush was the perfect tool for the Job..

[@punishedprops]

That is fantastic!

[@blitzburghbilly7813]

VERY KOOL & THOROUGH TUTORIAL ALONG WITH THE BREAK AWAYS TO THE INSERTED CLIPS ALSO.... WELL DONE 👏🏼 .....

[@NickCapron]

Great Vid, now with the weather getting nicer and being stuck at home, I gotta bust out the airbrush I got for xmas and get going with it. Thank you!

[@punishedprops]

Heck yeah!

[@sophiejohnston946]

Really helpful! thanks for taking the time to make this fellow airbrusher!

[@kioyteo3347]

Bought my first air compressor today, found this video, THANK YOU!

[@swooshdave]

Be careful about using Simple Green to clean if you have aluminum parts in your airbrush. Most will not but something to look for. Use the purple Simple Green if you do have aluminum to clean. Great video, very informative!

[@barnowl012001]

your timing is perfect for this bill. I've been looking up airbrushes on amazon. thanks for the info. help me out alot.

[@llawliet8338]

Super convenient video since me and my brother were talking about me starting airbrushing last night. Awesome, defiantly looking into that starter kit, seems the right place to begin :) Many thanks Bill!

[@oh6961]

Thanks for putting this out Bill!

[@TomBonez07]

Could you do a thing about the use of that Tamiya Paint? I have a really hard time getting good coats when brushing it on. General pointers on use and maintenance would be helpful.

[@EdCerame]

Thanks for another awesome tutorial. Your mold series helped me a ton when making my own simple molds. This video really makes me want to get more into airbrushing, but I'm not sure what the best times to use it compared to other techniques. You touch on it here but would you ever do a follow up video going into more detail on some different techniques or use cases where air brushing is ideal?

[@TomBonez07]

Thanks for this! I just started using my Airbrush (Cheapest thing I could get just to see if I would use it). I defiantly recommend the compressor type and not the Air can type like I got (unless you need to move around a whole lot and have money to burn). Thanks again!

[@greyjackal]

Thanks for pointing me here, pal. Illuminating stuff.

[@punishedprops]

No problem!

[@jhenninge]

Love your videos, good stuff! I have a brand new Iwata airbrush but my old compressor ended up breaking so need to shop for a new one! Thanks!

[@GeorgeLeite]

prefect timing. I bought the cheap harbor freight air brush yesterday. Glad to know I had the right idea to start cheap just to see how it goes. Thanks Bill. How did Brit's costume come out for ComiCon?

[@DeeeFoo]

I noticed that your airbrush compressor is a tankless version. Everywhere I read, they always recommend getting a tank. For the purposes of props and cosplay, has the absence of the tank caused any issues for your airbrushing needs? What are some situations where having a tank would be beneficial?

[@punishedprops]

Tankless has always worked just fine for my cosplay needs!

[@AMAZINGRC]

Just getting into the airbrush scene myself, video explained the basics very well. Learned quite a few new things that will help along the way, thanks a bunch for the info..!! Liked and subbed..!!

[@punishedprops]

You're welcome!

[@86itstime]

i have the same kit, thanks for the review. I did everything wrong, thanks for explaining them step by step. It was very helpful

[@punishedprops]

Happy to help!

[@OMGYama]

Thanks for this informative, and straight to the point video man, just picked up a small desktop compressor + airbrush kit for detailing model kits, and this 8 minute long video helped me a lot.

[@Loccutus28]

I purchased a dual-action "Central Pneumatic," dual action airbrush from Harbor Freight Tools for about $24. I also purchased a small "Tool Shop" compressor from Menards for about $45 so my total outlay is under $100. I don't want to buy an Iwata, Paasche, or Sata Airbrush until I get the hang of things. I am excited. Thank you for your fine video. Is some of your work from LOTR?? I am looking more for automotive applications.

[@wixybelle1048]

Love the relaxed commentry, am just starting out, I know its an old video but thanks

[@punishedprops]

You're welcome!

[@RichardTheValiantFoolFox]

Thanks Bill I have been struggling with analysis paralysis when it comes to airbrushes for quite some time. I wanted one but I was just to intimidated by them.

[@PetterBruland]

Awesome. Been wanting one of these, and now I think I will go get one. Thanks Bill!

[@yeeplayz8815]

Thanks for the great tips, doesn't seem too hard at all to get into airbrushing!

[@NGinuity]

I use pipettes for mixing stains when I do rifle stock repair work. They're awesome. This is nitpicky but I noticed you were paying 6 bucks and change for them. I paid 2.58 + free shipping for a 100 pack on Amazon :-) Am I that cheap to save a little over 4 dollars? Yep! That's a neat little mixing tool, I'll pick one up.

[@NGinuity]

It really is a good deal still. I have Prime too, but my frugality often gets the better of me...haha

[@rommycougar]

Awesome, can it be used to speay glazed mugs ? Thanks 😊

[@makersbox5625]

This is such a useful video! thank you, i have been looking for a good video bout this, you have really helped thanks!

[@BlissfullyEvil]

Amazon video! Wish I had heard of this channel earlier!! One question: can you use stuff like watered down Mod Podge in an airbrush without killing it?

[@punishedprops]

You can! Just make sure you rinse it out immediately after use. You may have to water it down too much to get it through a normal airbrush - a Critter Sprayer usually works the best.

[@BlissfullyEvil]

Thank you so much!!

[@Volum3D]

Nice work! So much more to learn.

[@chrismapley7513]

thank u was helpful I have jst got into prop bilding and air brushing glad u r hear for tips

[@Ammon6]

Great explanatory video👏👏👏

[@davec3275]

Thanks for posting this. I just picked up an airbrush from Harbor Freight and had no clue how to get started. Do I need to clean the airbrush between the various paints I am using in the same session?

[@FriedRicePlease]

cool info! since its gonna be a few years now are you gonna do an update to this with even more stuff you learned?

[@punishedprops]

I'm not sure! That's not a terrible idea, but I'm not sure how that fits into our current schedule plans.

[@calebness_fineart]

great video dude! saved me some money to get goin with it! can you water down regular acrylic such as golden or house paint? that'd be fantastic, cause I got a TON of it to use! thanks for the info

[@iDiveDOTtv]

Hey man awesome video, it’s helped me loads! One question is about airbrushing lacquer that you mentioned. It’s a broad question; how the heck did you do it? I’ve been told it’s fairly impossible as lacquer is too thick. Is there a special lacquer that’s moderately hard wearing? Cheers Jools

[@TheDesignDevil]

Hi, great video. Good explanation. Just one question from my side. If you are in a painting process, let's say highlights, a bit white here, a bit black there. Do you have to clean the airbrush each time you change a color or just when you finished with the work?

[@saltlifegull4091]

Wow, thanks so much! Want to get one and will follow your advice on the Harbor Freight. Outstanding, uplifting video. Question: If I'm using acrylic paint, should I clean with water instead of alcohol? Subscriber from Florida.

[@punishedprops]

You can use either, but I usually just use water for acrylics.

[@peenis7492]

Thanks! This was so helpful. Just started airbrushing and I have a point zero single action that attaches to a spray can and can’t seem to find a video showing how to use and assemble. Can you help?

[@punishedprops]

Interesting, I don't think I've used one like that. I have used a Critter sprayer, which maybe sounds similar? You can see it in action here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXyndmt7ZbZjeKM

[@erickvanpatten673]

Man i love all your videos, keep up the good work. Will you recomend buying a bit more expensive compressor, with a tank included? I think that without a tank the compressor would burn or damage itslef by the constant use.

[@dncan]

Hey! Great video! I was wondering what you would recommend for a single-action siphon airbrush with the largest nozzle possible? Thanks!

[@BlackCat_2]

I have plans to use one to repaint my van and also use them to add details with stencils. :D - Heidi

[@BlackCat_2]

***** I might try actually painting something myself but we will see. I have actually had a book on how to do it for years now. I found it in a half price books. :P I definitely want a dragon on the side of my van somewhere.

[@bobd2754]

Thanks, Chinbeard! Just getting back into modeling, never actually airbrushed, so the video helped. Love the show though, Scoobydad in the tadpool

[@punishedprops]

You're welcome! =D

[@kerricaine]

man, i had that exact same siphon fed airbrush and i could NEVER get it to work right; no matter how much i thinned my paint or what brand i used, it would always clog up at even the slightest thing. i recently switched to a gravity fed one and it's sooooo much better!

[@nsandelich]

Just got a set of airbrushes and a compressor for Christmas and pretty nervous to try it out haha.

[@punishedprops]

You're gonna do great!

[@murphydigital]

I just picked up a bunch of stuff using your Amazon links Bill. Please have a beer on me!

[@talia3280]

Thanks for this Bill, I really appreciate it! Is it necessary to use an airbrush in a ventilated place or in a paint booth?

[@marshallr.8121]

I go out right now! and buy one as soon as i got the money... ..Great video btw. ♥

[@Ranger7Studios]

Hey Bill, I was wondering... Can you use these types of Airbrushes, say like the one from harbor freight, for makeup appliances as well as paint appliances or is that a different kind of airbrush? Just wondering.

[@garydeandeery]

Iv just started got one of each spray gun but found my gravity feed one works better. The new bottle pump ones don’t spray very well if your compressor is small like mine 25 psi

[@Bakamoichigei]

Thanks for another great video, Bill! :D And what a coincidence, I finally got started using my airbrush this weekend, and ordered another one earlier today! (Aw, darn. Wish I'd watched this sooner. That Master Airbrush S62 is the one I just ordered... Next time!)

[@kproductions9963]

Thanks for the info Bill . Looking to get into airbrushing so this really helped . You're awesome ! Keep up the great work :)

[@ZacHiggins]

I always look forward to your videos!! Learn so much :) I think I need to get an airbrush, it looks so much fun!!

[@juanvelazquez2535]

For a beginner, what paint do you recommend to use? Great video 👌👍

[@punishedprops]

Watered down acrylics work great!

[@patrickmartens2507]

Thank you for this video. The same dude with 3D printing.

[@punishedprops]

You're so welcome! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@ibasiclypwn]

oh my god such perfect timing!! I've been looking into getting an air brush. Gonna like the video before I even watch it ^__^

[@rhoymand]

Hey Bill! I just picked up the ultrasonic cleaner you linked. Do you dilute the all-purpose cleaning solvent? Most large jugs are concentrated.

[@vengervoldur6534]

Do you use rubbing alcohol to clean your airbrush even when you use water based paints? And if so, do you find that rubbing alcohol is more effective at cleaning an airbrush? Or is it wiser to follow the rule of thumb of using an appropriate solvent per the paint used?

[@danrussell3439]

Excellent informative video

[@punishedprops]

Glad it was helpful!

[@egraydon95]

Thanks! This was very helpful

[@punishedprops]

You're so welcome!

[@justing3299]

outstanding video

[@dfmayes]

Good video. I like that you don't poopoo cheap airbrushes. :P

[@Barnacules]

How do you quickly change colors when airbrushing? Do you just have multiple air brushes or can you just swap the little paint thing over?

[@seanblah12]

The quickest way is multiple airbrushes. Otherwise you'd have to empty out and clean it between colours.

[@tomdunphy6865]

Barnacules Nerdgasm ooh it's barnacules

[@Miniac]

This is an old question, but the best brush for quick changes is a gravity fed airbrush as opposed to a siphon feed.

[@ritinkornas5336]

(Sorry I'm doing a bit more digging !) Very nice video, I haven't found any further video about this topic but I have 2 questions in suspens. 1) Airbrushing seems always very thin stream. How does it compare to can spray paint in term of time to apply on a full armor for example. Do you still recommend an airbrush for large props or do you think can of spray paint are better for that ? Maybe a mix of both should be done ? 2) Still in VS can, one thing I've always been afraid with airbrush, is the cost. Not the initial one but the paint itself. How does it compare to spray paint cans to cover 1 square meter of surface for example. Is the paint with airbrush less or more expensive ? It's really hard to tell from video as it's always tiny quantity of paint used in the airbrush, and we never see how many tubes of paint you had to use for a props :s Thank you in advance for any answer, I hope you can give me some... or maybe make a airbrush vs spray cans video ? :P

[@punishedprops]

You can use a variety of airbrushes or HVLP sprayers to cover larger areas of paint. I've even use my critter sprayer. I like that over spray paint because then I have more control over the color and consistency of the paint. Still sometimes a rattle can is the quickest, easiest method. Most airbrush paints are drastically cheaper than rattle cans. Remember that the majority of the volume in a spray can is the accelerant gas and not the pigment. Then again, you can get some really expensive airbrush paints.

[@ritinkornas5336]

Thank you for the detailed answer ! So would still be useful then hum... *thinking* I have a wishlist to send to santa claus then for next christmas :P Thank you again !

[@edmundschwartzadder5360]

any thoughts on a mini sand (or baking soda) blaster? Seems like it would be easier than sanding some of my TINY parts.

[@edmundschwartzadder5360]

Google "air eraser". They look really intriguing.

[@lgoode124]

Water isn't the greatest thinner for airbrushing, Windex is a good around cheap acrylic thinner but best practice is when the maker of a paint has a thinner for that paint use it and beware that Brand A paint my not always be thinned with Brand B thinner always test out of the brush first on something nonporous like a paint pallet so you can see how the paint is reacting to the thinner. Even "Pre-thinned/ ready to airbrush" paints will sometimes need to be thinned as well as the thinner will evaporate over time.

[@jesskingdon7079]

I have one of those cheapo ones just bought I’ve tried using it it starts to spray just fine but it very quickly stops and just blows out air. Do you have any suggestions of how I could fix this I really don’t wanna go shopping for another one 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@keyzsotelo5228]

Best KZbin video for airbrushed! Thank you ! New subscriber thanx

[@punishedprops]

Glad you liked it!

[@bottletop8984]

which one would you use for full body coverage? gravity or siphon?

[@markmoreno7295]

Best place for an air hose for a Wren Binks? I have a normal Emglo compressor.

[@malkavian5]

any wide spread nozzles for your air brush? I want something similar to a rattle can.

[@willparsons32]

Hi...Just wondering what your take is on the Paasche brand of airbrush?? I recently purchased the TALON with the .38mm needle/tip and from the reviews I've read - it seems to be a pretty decent machine.. I also own the Paasche VL. Not sure which one I prefer over the other...yet!

[@punishedprops]

I don't have much personal experience with that brand but I know plenty of folks do! I think you're on track to figure that out - it all comes down to personal preference

[@frogmanxyz1997]

Are acrylic paints the only type of paint that should be used; what type could I use over a piece that's been sprayed with plasti-dip?

[@Zulfburht]

Sounds like fun!

[@jonathanandjacobsadventure785]

Great job!

[@punishedprops]

Thanks!

[@bambatsa1310]

Hi.Thank you for this video. Can you please tell me how long can you paint with a starter kit? does it depend on the size of the compressor or..? i read somewhere that you can only paint for max 20 mins and then you need to rebuild the pressure for 2 hours.

[@punishedprops]

It does depend on the compressor - it also depends on how much continuous painting you plan to do. Smaller surface areas and short breaks can extend the painting time

[@bambatsa1310]

@@punishedprops Thank you for the fast reply. I am mostly making small projects for my son so i think i will be fine.(though this time i am building my Mando helmet) Really appreciate your help. Looking forward to your next video.

[@adriandeb2710]

Great video

[@michelrivolta]

Very educating video, thanks.....!!!!!!

[@nixland]

For painting sword, any tips I need to know about the airbrush, such as pressure level, size of nozzle, etc. Thanks