Scale Model Test - Spaz Stix Mirror Chrome Spray Cans - This Stuff Is Good !

Here I test Spaz Stix Mirror Chrome spray cans. I have both the Mirror chrome and the Black Base, I test it over the black and behind clear plastic for that actual mirror effect. I found this spray paint pretty impressive and I do recommend them.
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[@droid_protocol_official]

I’ve been using this on a helmet, and I’ve wasted about 4 cans, because I was trying to use different basecoats. I discovered that it was etching any paint that isn’t spazstix. I tried their black backer but I could only get it for my airbrush but the result was absolutely terrible. I discovered that it’s incredible over a water based polyurethane gloss and over resin. I also accidentally discovered a gold basecoat sealed with urethane or resin gave me a nice reflective gold. Unfortunately I can’t get any spazstix in Australia right now so I can’t progress on my project. But I watch your videos religiously thank you so much. Your channel is my 1 stop shop!

[@mattgault2497]

On your second experiment, are you saying mirror chrome over a gold basecoat gave you gold chrome results? I’ve been preparing for a project I hope to achieve gold chrome on and would be super appreciative of any tips you might have! Happy Making!

[@kuntri4389]

Why can't you get it imported in Australia?

[@theragingdolphinsmaniac4696]

That's crazy. Looks like a real mirror. You can see everything behind you in the room.

[@RonColeArt]

I recently created a puppet of a suit of armor (for stop motion animation) and so I wanted a clear protective coat. You were very correct, the clear spray made for this completely ruins the mirror finish. But I had success spraying several coats of Alclad II Lacquer Gloss Klear Kote ALC-310 over it. I had also used it in the past for a clear coat over Molotow chrome marker. I had total success with it in every way so, I highly recommend it. Thanks for the tutorial, I watched it numerous times before making my purchase, it was a great help.

[@joefischetti2383]

Thank you! Great video! Just what I needed. I was looking to add chrome to the bumpers and side moldings on my slot cars. This product looks fantastic. You’ve saved me time and money and it’s much appreciated. Be well!

[@outlawkiller42]

I used this a lot when I was RC racing and it works great. The backer is nice keeps the paint in the body and helps the chrome pop a little more in my opinion. never sprayed it through a airbrush but loved the spray cans for what they are.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I tested the airbrush paint of these and they are great too, good product 👍

[@jakubmrkus1274]

is it only for plastic or can I use the spray on engine parts as well?

[@themasterlessapprentice1611]

Love these demos, I’m going to try airbrushing and I’m learning a lot from your content!

[@davidh4548]

As a first time user, this video was very helpful ahead of my project!! Thank you!

[@Starganderfish]

Would have been great to see comparisons with others chromes - Alclad, Molotow, even Spax Stix through an airbrush. I'd also be curious to see how those other paints perform on the clear trays as you did here.

[@craft-o-matic2377]

He has other videos of all those products.

[@martinbird12]

Stunning looks and SO durable! wow.

[@barbatosrex9473]

It really is great. I was instantly impressed

[@Sarutobe12]

Very good tips. Thanks Barbatos Rex

[@mountainman4410]

Every chrome effect I have ever dealt with, always needed a non solvent bases clear. In other words, water based clear. Any solvant will instantly turn the "chrome" to look like a regular silver base coat. Put a coat or 2 of water based clear, or even a zero voc epoxy over the part first. Allow to dry. Give it a scuff and apply the solvant based clear of your choice.

[@MH-kt9pn]

Thank you for the awesome review! Much appreciated!!!

[@barbatosrex9473]

You're welcome buddy

[@bluepants7338]

Thanks for showing this off . I just started gunpla and i got the idea of getting a clear kit then spraying this on the inside . After seeing this im definitely going to give it a go

[@IchibanOyabun]

Used to use Spaz Stix chrome paint when painting my R/C cars. They made it for clear lean bodies and for normal plastics back in the mid 2000’s

[@DarksouIjah]

I just realized that this is a local company for me. They are primarily into RC cars, so that’s why they came out so well on the plastic trays.

[@GundamFandom]

Have you reviewed or will you review the Spaz Stix Holographic spray? It would be helpful to see step by step on what to do & what not to do with the paint. (Just Subscribed. I have watched some of your other paint reviews, like Tamiya's Metallic Gold spray paint. They're very helpful. Keep up the awesome content.)

[@catalinpaduretu7033]

I would have expected to bring out the alclad spoons into the frame for comparison. Also you were talking about topcoating these and I was thinking on maybe use that Aqua Gloss from Alclad that is recommended for their chromes? Thanks for the upload anyways, top content as always.

[@njcivicwagon1]

Another great review. I wonder what results you get decanting and shooting out an airbrush....Thanks for sharing. I really appreciate these videos you do! Kutgw

[@bigchef2112]

Wow! That’s some amazing looking stuff. Love it. I might have to pick some up.👍👍

[@ronzufelt1428]

My favorite chrome. You can really buff it to a shine. Use it all the time.

[@73chevy22]

Have you found the best results with just the mirror chrome or the black backer with chrome on top?

[@ronzufelt1428]

@@73chevy22 You need to spray over a gloss black. Never have used their gloss black. I have some need to try to see if it is better than Tamiya gloss black.

[@73chevy22]

@@ronzufelt1428 Oh, ok, thanks for the reply and advice. I'm still trying to learn so I appreciate the tips.

[@johnhughes2653]

Getting hold of the stuff is a problem in the UK. No one over here seems to stock it, it's unavailable on Amazon & Ebay. Supplies seem short everywhere!

[@suzanneweirick2551]

New to your channel , but really enjoy! Thank You Brad

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks Suzanne , thanks for watching 👍

[@kevshort3840]

Hi did you try the metal varnish later and what was the the result? Ps how much is the varnish and where can I get it from as I live in the uk? Thanks for this video very informative and helpful 🇬🇧👍

[@bobbytoombs818]

I got me mr.hobby procon platinum 0.3 because of you and I love it 😀

[@barbatosrex9473]

Awesome, that's the best airbrush in my opinion. Your model building life just got a whole lot better

[@leroybrown9143]

@@barbatosrex9473 I thought you switched to Harder & Steenbeck? I'm going to get this Mr. Hobby next week, I was going to get an Iwata from Hobby lobby but this is almost $25 cheaper and I can put the difference toward paint. What candy colors would you recommend, have you done a 'best of' candies vid? Tell your bro we said hey.

[@hurricane2649]

I have a gorgeous 76 Eldorado convertible with 48K that needs the mirror and door handle attention. For the age of the car and being original, they would be considered in great shape. However, I have watched your videos many times and would like to ask a question. Would you recommend this paint for side mirrors and door handles that are already chrome just very faded and has some pitting? Of course, the pitting would have to be drilled and filled "like a filling for a tooth". From what I can see from your "very well done" videos is that the finish on a plastic spoon would be acceptable to me on my vintage Cadillac. Clearly, you know so much more about this than I do. I do have the impossible to get plastic chrome wraps that go around the bumper extension that is product would work great for. I have looked for "NOS" new old stock parts and I am unable to find them. If I do the price would scare you into thinking you have sisters. Thanks for your vids as I am SURE they have saved me a ton of time and the possibility of destroying an original part that can not be replaced.

[@williamlorimer8927]

Ty this is just what I need in a can!!!! Hope it's in stock

[@sSynclare]

that stuff looks amazing in clear

[@cbroz7492]

...backninbthe early 70s there was a specialized paint for aircraft model builders that was sold through Archer's Hobby World in Tustin, CA.. I bought one of each..forget what the paints were called...but they were similar to these.. eventually Testors bought them

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool, I just got those 2 spray cans. 👍 Nice vid!!!!!

[@ryanokeefe12]

spray the chrome on the inside of the tray only, then apply the black over the top of the chrome, again on the inside of the tray only. Similar to how you would paint an RC body/shell.. then the underside/outside of the tray should be nearly a perfect mirror. If you want the mirror on the inside, just apply the chrome on the underside and then back that with black (leaving the inside clean).. then the inside should be a nearly perfect mirror.

[@dtejada1988]

This is a great video, thanks a lot !😎👍🏼very helpful and informative

[@blue4life175]

Great video as always Rex! Can you try spraying some candies or cleats on top of it to see if it can be used with acrylics and enamels if possible? Thanks buddy!

[@KevinLam86]

I used the Spax Stix chrome on the bare plastic of a RG Sinanju and even without a black gloss coat it came out good. I think as long as the surface is gloss, it will get a chrome finish as long as you control the paint coverage. I then sprayed it with Tamiya's clear red and while it gave a super nice finish it was just not durable as I had hoped. Masking tape and stickers will pull off the clear red and it scratches really easily.

[@kuntri4389]

Can this product be sprayed on alloy wheels? And if so would you recommend it do you think it's durable enough.

[@craigwest8386]

Excellent review, thanks!

[@DaveLisaOsterman]

The clear tray you backed with black looked bad while you were spraying the chrome. Could you try using the black on the back of the good tray to see how it turns our? Yet another excellent video. Clear information and understandable.

[@ajjames8479]

It's a awesome paint, I use it as a base coat for candy apple paints, the trick to keeping chrome look, I use clear floor wax, after ward you can clear coat it or add candy apple colors giving a really kewl anodized look without killing the chrome effect...

[@barbatosrex9473]

What brand floor wax are you using

[@ajjames8479]

I'm using a typical clear floor wax that can be bought at Walmart, quick shine is the product. Use a spray gun very lightly, because it runs real easy, do three coats, let dry overnight, then spray a automotive clear over that, then you can treat it as any automotive finish after that. It requires a lot of time and steps, basically overnight drying for each phase, the results, it will preserve the chrome look, all other clears will turn it silver. Hope this helps.

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Very impressive. Thanks for sharing this video. Truly like how demonstrate each product before running out and making the purchase. Thanks Artie 👍

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thank you Artie

[@breyer1236]

Oh this stuff is perfect!

[@andrewscott2090]

Thank you for all you are tips and tricks that really helpful thank you very much

[@Perfusionist01]

Wow! Neat product!

[@jamesbutler5995]

You really have good vids keep up the good stuff thanks for sharing.I do have a question for you can you use rustoleum paint ontop of model masters lacuer paint thanks for your time.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I haven't had the best luck with Rust-Oleum being combined with anything other than itself. I believe it's way stronger as far as solvents go than hobby paints as every time I tried, it ate through whatever was below it. I'd use caution. Use my technique of testing it on a spoon first before your kit

[@devinrussell2372]

You should do a test of the BLK3.0 paint as a black base,then paint the Spaz Stix over it;and show what the results are.

[@earlyculyer4103]

I would like to see the chrome over 3.0 black!

[@mikeszczutkowski3066]

I would have liked to see what the black on the back of the tray and the mirror paint sprayed on the inside looked like I know spraying the inside would create blow back towards you but it would have been shinier and more mirror like.

[@briangipperich1933]

Looking forward the Chromair tests....just wish Spraygunner had the sets in stock and more colors. Chromair also has a separate website at the same mailing address. Odd thing is prices, availabity and shipping differs!

[@barbatosrex9473]

Let me see if they'll give me a code or affiliate link to the official Chroma Air website. I'll call them Monday before I review the paint.

[@garrystone561]

What great chrome results. Would a thin transparent yellow over the chrome give a gold effect?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes. I also get a nice gold effect using clear brown

[@edgullett2624]

Just looked on Amazon. Pair is running about $36. 1-17-22

[@chipblock2854]

I sure like the results. I bet spraying a candy over them would look good or using Tamiya's clear red or blue.

[@afsoc4629]

I have used both red and blue candies with the chrome, and it looks killer. Even had an area on the lexan RC body that the two candies overlapped and it made a deep purple. Stellar looks for sure

[@Gearhead5150]

Nice info again from your page. I do scratch built slot cars. Would you clear over this with 2K clear over that chrome paint?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I've had bad luck retaining a chrome like shine after clearing it. Alclad Aqua Gloss is about the best so far. Have you seen my video on the Aqua Gloss? I haven't tried 2K over chrome yet but I will test it this week

[@Gearhead5150]

@@barbatosrex9473 got it and no I have not. Thanks for making the videos you do.

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

Great test.

[@jeffmays7192]

You need about 4 coats of chrome letting them dry completely in between. And then lay down the black and the results are perfect. That transparency you got using one coat is what you should be trying to avoid.

[@richardstiers9010]

Black over the chrome?!

[@VincentGnawl]

BUFF THE SPAZ STIX WITH A MICROFIBER AFTER IT DRIES!!!! IN SECONDS IT GETS WAY BETTER!!

[@DopeFiend]

Is this considered the best spray can chrome on the market right now? My ride needs some shiny trim done right.

[@AyumiBushido]

so you think it would work if we use a gloss paint or lacquer Acrylic clear coat for the chrome to bring out the mirror shine?

[@DadePomsouvan]

I noticed you didn't use primer, does it need primer if I am using it to paint my wheels and secondly how long do I have to wait for the black backer paint to dry before I can spray the chrome?

[@KitbashCustoms]

I love this stuff!

[@i_am_raph]

should get some to spray it on my windows as a sort of "tint"

[@PopArow4702]

Says you're doing spaz stix chrome sweet

[@WeirdFlex]

can you show us this with the best clear coat on top, also how to tint it to a colored chrome?

[@melvinmalijan5662]

Here in the philippines chrome painting is too expensive for my motorcycle...that's why I need your help..thank you so much...

[@moparnut6286]

Nice job!

[@RestorationAustralia]

Great looking product indeed.

[@barbatosrex9473]

It really is!

[@RestorationAustralia]

@@barbatosrex9473 Sadly we don't have them here in Australia.

[@barbatosrex9473]

@@RestorationAustralia does SMS make a chrome?

[@RestorationAustralia]

@@barbatosrex9473 I don't know that product.

[@jamessampson3065]

How can I get a few cans?

[@frankrubeshaw4673]

I’m looking at getting an air brush booth. Masters portable air brush booth from Amazon. My concern is that it’s black. What are your thoughts. It has three LED lights, middle and front on each side and duel fans. Wondering if it would be to dark.

[@fishingdave1574]

I need to paint some shiny black plastic, do I need to spray a black base?

[@ZILLA....]

Interesting, they sell an airbrush ready version of this stuff. It seems quite durable too, what would be the best chrome paint from your perspective? Molotow has been good to be since it doesn't require a black base, and alcad chrome is not bad but rubs off very easily

[@barbatosrex9473]

Check out my channel, I tested almost every chrome paint including these in airbrush form

[@kklum6998]

So it needs something that has already highly glossy background in order for it to look like a mirror or chrome finish. Understood.

[@pradaman307]

When are you going to spray it on metal? Most people have no interest at all in spraying plastic spoons.

[@c.d.scalemodels9198]

Morning, Chris here......this chrome paint is impressive stuff!!!! If I want to use this for chrome bumpers, side view mirrors & door handles on 1/24-1/25 scale plastic model car kits, what would you suggest as far as what application would be the best? Normally, I use Rust-Oleum bright coat chrome in the spray can. I de-chrome the kit chrome first, I spray Rust-Oleum flat black 2X primer from the spray can first, let it cure & then spray the chrome paint on & I let it cure for a week just to be safe. This seems a bit brighter to me.......what would you suggest I try with this paint as far as application????? Any help is much appreciated....thanks ever so much!!!!!!!

[@barbatosrex9473]

I use the same process as you. And this will work great for that. Use the same steps as u did here. Strip the chrome and lay down a Gloss black base though, not flat. I would get both cans as I have in the video if your going to use them often anyway, and you will use these all the time on scale cars for sure. This is the best spray can chrome I have used thus far and it's durable too as a bonus. I put a link to them in the description

[@c.d.scalemodels9198]

@@barbatosrex9473 you’re a gentleman...... many thanks!!!!!

[@fantabulouss6]

Wow. That’s unreal! Would this spray paint work on jewelry?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I would say yes but allow it about a week to fully cure. I just tested it for durability the other day and it has really toughened up the longer it has sat here

[@samuelvasquez8170]

I know it’s not about the Mirror chrome, which the way is fantastic, but where do you get the small metal trays/cups?

[@barbatosrex9473]

There plastic. I got them at Dollar Tree. I showed them in a past video

[@daviddelgado556]

Hi men I need the best chrome paint to paint the bumper of my Chevy 53

[@barbatosrex9473]

Sorry my friend, the ones I test are for indoor display models

[@dustypate2816]

Don’t get the ultimate black backer 10200 for airbrush. Stuff doesn’t gloss up unless you hose it on.

[@nightmare69metalmatt52]

Holy moly 🤯that chrome is amazing where do I get this stuff

[@barbatosrex9473]

Link is in the description below the video 👍

[@JS-jt5bi]

Was wondering if the plastic trays had residual mold separator that could interfere with the painting?

[@jeffreywong5112]

Can it last outdoor? I want to paint my helmet chrome mirror? Also will it react on top of white acrylic paint?

[@alfredlukasek8644]

Warming the can increases the pressure. It DOES NOT affect the viscosity of the liquid in the can.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I was told in 1985 by a Testors rep to warm the can because a warmer fluid flowed better out of the nozzle. Here in New England there's more cold days than warm. Cold paint doesn't level as well as warm paint. In my 40 years in the hobby and owning a hobby shop and working at a hobby distributor I ran into to dozens of hobbyist who all did the same. It's all I've ever known with spray cans.

[@alfredlukasek8644]

@@barbatosrex9473 still stand by my statement. I’ll have to research. Thanks for the response.

[@samuelvasquez8170]

What would of happened if you put the black backer on the inside of the tray.

[@bigwhop136]

I have a tyco bandit rc car I need to paint the rims chrome wich one do you think is best for me?

[@590DM]

My black revolver is on the chopping block

[@Christian-kd2db]

hello friend, how long should the black dry and how long should it dry once chromed to be able to paint over the chrome

[@barbatosrex9473]

You can paint the chrome over the black within an hour. The chrome itself dries in a couple hours.

[@rickfahning4049]

Curious: Spray Spaz Stix Chrome over yellow. Gold?

[@Pursnikity_20022]

Damn those are small Glad I bought 4

[@monti7771]

Like your testing can you try it on a hotwheels diecast

[@GERINHO591]

It looks like a very good end result. But I have a doubt. Does it stand up to high temperatures. I intend to apply it to the headlight reflectors.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Your probably better off using Rust-Oleum or Krylon as those will stand up to the elements better. However they definitely won't look as good as this

[@normandothegreat]

Have you tried the Createx Colors water based UVLS High Gloss Clear over any/all worthy chrome paints yet?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I just got some recently. I will be testing it out

[@FrankRizzo707]

Try spraying white gloss then the chrome.

[@raymendoza5453]

Would you recommend using this to chrome the insides of my tail lights?

[@Mr.boxxchevy]

I tried it but it looks nothing like this just looks silver with minimal mirror look😒 but I have been painting it outside it's like 40 degrees not sure if that plays a role

[@russsandbags1967]

Any advice on this? I can’t get it to Mirror at all. Tried many different methods

[@bicivelo]

I think we have a winner! (?)

[@JomasterTheSecond]

You think going over it with a Tamiya clear red or clear blue would work for an easy candy colour finish?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes, Tamiya Clear paints work perfect over this 👍

[@JomasterTheSecond]

@@barbatosrex9473 Absolutely ace - that's something I'm happy to hear!

[@starscream8163]

Can this work on 3 to 4 coat for mirror chrome rather than having black coat for first coat?

[@ontosewing8784]

Ck out your video, like the way you explained your use of the product, would like to kn if you can pick that up at a local store, or is a online only

[@barbatosrex9473]

Get this paint here amzn.to/3UB8UnH

[@franksilverstein3339]

BACK IT WITH GLOSS WHITE, BRIGHTER CHROME.

[@briangipperich1933]

Another great test, do you ever sleep?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I try to in between tests 😉

[@oscarponce4137]

how long did you let the black dry?

[@starscream8163]

Is spray rattle can worth it?

[@theplayernkc]

Where did you get the black backer for $10?