Airbrushing Molotow Chrome From A Marker - Great Results !!

[@JohnsonArmsProps]

They sell refill bottles of this stuff which is more expensive, but you get a lot more paint in the bottle. It's also a squeeze bottle so you can measure it out as you need it

[@CurvedSlightly]

This ^^

[@441rider]

I thin it with 99% iso and it sprays ok. The brush/pen is just a thicker formula,

[@JayJayDobro]

I have experimented with thinning Molotow with laquer thinner. It seems to make little diferance in the shine and at a 50/50 mix it goes twice as far

[@MANOLEJAS]

Worse or better?

[@keyshiakon6810]

@@MANOLEJAS I got the same results. The lighter the coats the better the results. You don't need to do anymore than a few light passes for the desired chrome effect.

[@marcusprince3999]

Do you think that i could just use iso alcohol to thin it. I mean, its already an alcohol based paint anyway.

[@mikthe2004]

@@marcusprince3999 Why thin it at all? It's already thin. I actually sprayed it on fairly wet to get a liquid chrome effect. As it dries it initially goes cloudy - and looks like bright silver paint. I put my object on my car dashboard in the sun, and it took over a week to fully dry, but when it did - WOW!! Chrome. It looks amazing!! I've yet to find a clear coat though, and I've tried Alclad Aqua, Alclad Lacquer, and E7 Chrome Sealer. All took the shine off the chrome. I'm going to dry my object further, and then just handle it carefully. With incidental handling it is OK!!

[@BaddaBigBoom]

@@mikthe2004 I have 'Pledge Revive It Floor gloss' it's back to the original formula as "Klear" and worked really well on the 24th scale Subaru I just made. I think this might work well as a clearcoat.

[@dstar01]

Congrats on 1k subs! You've helped me a ton from all the tests you've been doing.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks. A lot more tests to come. Anything in particular you want to see tested?

[@dstar01]

@@barbatosrex9473 candy coat these molotow's maybe? And compare with other candy coats with a different chrome base.

[@barbatosrex9473]

@@dstar01 it's in the works.

[@XOIIOXOIIO]

Wait are you telling me this guy got 36k subs in one year? How the actual fuck, that kind of growth is ridiculous.

[@willisjackson7029]

Mr Hobby Leveling Thinner does wonders for hand brushing Molotow. I’ve been using it for about a year now and it works great. If you use the pen and get all of those streaks and strokes lightly dab a little Mr Hobby leveling thinner onto the Molotow and it will take away all of those marks and strokes. I’ve even used it to correct a fingerprint when the paint was still wet and it causes the Molotow to fizz like soda and then it self levels back out. I’ve also learned that you have to let the Molotow to dry for a few days before it’s cured.

[@knownunknown7607]

It's alcohol-based paint - and the way it works to get its sheen and mirror-smoothness is through a surface-tension trick that aligns the particles in it while the alcohol evaporates and the binder sets. That's why it likes to be on heavy, preferably in one juicy layer. ✌😁

[@lucasf599gtb]

My friend… you are a hero!! I was thinking about testing these on the airbrush, but I was kinga getting away of that idea because of the price on these, thanks man!

[@eibenjohn1299]

I just air brushed the lightbar from MPC Dodge police car with Molotow chrome. It come out great. I'm fixing it up with lights , and detailing it. And the lightbar had a seem. I striped it with Dettol (disinfectant/cleaner) then sprayed it over the plastic. Great job. Thanks for the video. ,John

[@coolbreezesolisfabrica-fb7kp]

Hey there you can actually get refills so dont have to open a marker up . I got one coming glad you showed us thanks

[@MrThelittleguy903]

I let it sit for two weeks while on vacation and found it very durable. I experimented with different clear glosses but they just dulled the finish a bit.

[@barbatosrex9473]

True, mine has dried nicely over the weeks. Next time I'll try and dry them in my dehydrator and see how that works. Try Vallejo Metal Varnish, that stuff is awesome. It might keep the shine. Check my video test on it

[@skipgotti6599]

Will it dry quicker if you apply heat on it?

[@RHC_NYC]

After doing extensive research, what I've found is that you need to let this paint dry for days. Maybe even a week. The only coat that seems to not negatively impact the chrome too much is Alclad II Klear Kote Gloss (ALC-310). It's important to not touch the paint AT ALL while it dries for those few days. I have also seen examples where they let the chrome paint dry for like 30 days (without a clear coat) and at that point it seems to resist smudges and fingerprints. 30 day is a long time. But if it's a piece you're painting and just displaying, it can dry on it's own anyway. Try both methods, and see if that works. It really has the best chrome effect I've seen from any other brands. Good luck.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I did Aqua Gloss in a video test. Works great. I will be testing my new 2K Gloss on it today and posting it

[@charlesbecker4501]

I got one of their little pens to experiment with. It is good enough to use to touch up model chrome.

[@OldCarAlley]

Awesome informative video..... I'm going to spray some dash parts for a old Galaxie I am restoring, and was just researching painting with Molotow, using my air brush. Looks like a good product.

[@a383W]

Awesome vid. I keep a collection of your test videos now instead of collecting spoons I paint. Bet this chrome will be great for candy colour base paint

[@cwood7240]

How was the durability? Man! that is a great chrome finish. This would be my go to chrome paint

[@barbatosrex9473]

Well it's not too durable but after weeks of drying it dried pretty good, not very durable but at least I could handle it without it being ruined

[@cwood7240]

I saw a video of another guy and he used a clear coat. It went on great and did not loose its shine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4eckmSHraqqZqM

[@cwood7240]

I caught a video of a guy and showed durability and put a coat of clear and did not change the brightness. seemed indestructible. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4eckmSHraqqZqM

[@geobeard3804]

That is SICK! Never thought about trying to decant those pens. Too cool! Also didn't know you could buy those Tamiya bottles, def will be ordering some of those ASAP. Thanks

[@barbatosrex9473]

Anytime buddy, thanks for watching

[@antibodyarmy]

this stuff is designed to be brush painted, used as the marker, used in a dropper, and yes in a air brush. you can order the the refill bottles to avoid the whole dismantling a marker. its alcohol based paint, so dilute with that its also scratch and uv resistant so its pretty darn durable.

[@mikthe2004]

I've only used Green Stuff World Chrome which is also alcohol based. Is Molotow the same as that? The GSW chrome dries pretty hard, but if you handle it a lot - rub it hard with you finger for example - it will dull. I don't think there would be a problem with incidental touching though? Are you familiar with GSW Chrome? I've got both chromes sitting in my cupboard, and I'm going to spray 2 Masquerade masks with one of them, but I want the best overall look. I think Molotow looks a little more chrome like? But is it durable as GSW Chrome? Anybody out there got an opinion on this??

[@852302]

I am convinced that molotow chrome would be the best option for chrome effects, now a doubt, does it accept varnish for protection?

[@Wa11breaker]

Hey, first of all, thanks for all the reviews and tests, I can't even find most of those brands and products but is really relaxing and informative content! Any chance we get a test on Molotow ONE4ALL acrylic paints on airbrush and even on brush someday in the future? I know it's not a proper model paint but it's one of the few brands that's easy to find around here (no idea why) and doesn't cost a ton for the amount it come in the refil bottles.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I am going to order paints directly from Molotow so I do plan on a video test

[@coolbreezesolisfabrica-fb7kp]

Could you test if it stays chrome with a clearcoat over top ?

[@mathewcruce517]

I have a seen lot of videos on KZbin of people air brushing this and looks fantastic !

[@barbatosrex9473]

It does look great. I'll be testing the durability of it next week

[@anthonyricco5522]

Hey man, hope you are good. I've tried the Molotow out but I left it for 3 days to cure and it still dulls when I touched it, Also tried some clear coats on it and the immediately dulled the mirror finish. Did you ever test the durability or any clear coats over it. I just got some pledge floor protector so may try that out and see if it gives a better result, thanks man - excellent video.

[@bradbroemmer9106]

Hello. Did you ever use the Pledge? I'd like to know because I just air brushed some wheels with Molotow.

[@anthonyricco5522]

@@bradbroemmer9106 Hi Brad, no unfortunately not, I haven't had the chance to.

[@tallmanwsor]

​@@anthonyricco5522 Any updates on your trial of the pledge?

[@anthonyricco5522]

@@tallmanwsor hi there - no - sorry haven't had a chance yet.

[@wingnutbert9685]

Almost seems like it would be best to dip parts in it so it's on all at once and not being dried as you go by the airbrush. Not sure if a rotating drying holder would help. Might keep the paint level and sag free. But also may effect the cured look because the paint is still moving around a constantly while spinning. Unlike a piece of paper or similar, sitting flat and still on a table.

[@MrGunnar177]

This on the fly videos are my favorite

[@M0U53B41T]

Man that's just beautiful chrome

[@acrowe2512]

I have found the pens to be excellent for the window trims with car and truck models. Also it does a nice job covering the areas you have to re-chrome when trimming off the areas you had to cut off the chrome sprew. I haven't tried air brushing it but wow, what a demo you've done here Rex. I am about to test the Alclad chrome for the first time but maybe the Molotow is better? I guess I'll soon find out. It does dry. I coat it with a clear coat to help prevent it rubbing off, which it will do with too much handling. Well, from my experience anyways.

[@tianskywalker]

hi may i ask what clear coat you used? Thanks

[@acrowe2512]

@@tianskywalker I just used Pledge Revive it Floor Polish. (Future) It's acrylic and had no adverse effects on the chrome paint. I haven't tried a lacquer clear or enamel yet.

[@edsouza6600]

@@acrowe2512 how long did you wait before putting the pledge on

[@acrowe2512]

@@edsouza6600 I waited at least a full day (24 hours) for the chrome to completely dry. Maybe that's overkill but since I'm in no hurry... that's what I did. Not an expert by any means.

[@edsouza6600]

@@acrowe2512 I've waited a week and applied with a q tip on the grille of a 1/43 scale semi, and it dulled the molotow significantly, with pledge. Is there something else I can try instead of pledge.

[@EricHonaker]

Did you ever post results of the durability test? I couldn't find a vid.

[@cadecu]

Yeah, been looking for this too.

[@gregtraut3827]

How you doing today. I don’t know where I can ask a question?? All try hear. I painted a car with Mcw lacquer Then cleared. By far one of my best. Well I put a mark in it. I thought I’d just buff out. Got the mark out,now fine scratches and hazy fog look. I used novice. Any suggestions I got windows in the car was done

[@barbatosrex9473]

Every situation is different. Can you mask off the area and just clear that. Then maybe blend it from there

[@jeffdedrick2312]

Get video, what did you use to clean the airbrush with when you were done shooting the Chrome?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Alcohol and then acetone

[@Shooter_FPV]

Need to spray some chrome, knew Barbatos would have a video on it. So for thinning, what is the ratio paint/thinner? I'll be using the Mr. Leveling Thinner. And this paint ain't cheap...

[@barbatosrex9473]

Check out my updated video on this I posted about a month ago. That said you don't really need to thin it but a few drops of lacquer thinner will do

[@saeedqazi9440]

So why did you get the marker if you just wanted the paint ?

[@robinhartley4422]

have you tried to lightly buff it with a buffing cloth

[@FishEyedPaintWorx]

Have you ever tried tinting the chrome with alcohol inks? I’d like to have a black chrome that I can apply with a marker.

[@A_Man_Named_Ghoul]

What do you think a good clear coat sealer to use for this on plastic/ 3d PVA prints?

[@BaddaBigBoom]

The new Pledge "Revive It" floor gloss. It's back to the old formula of Johnson's "Klear", I haven't tried it on this yet but I reckon it'll work.

[@skyrider4789]

Rex, was the durability test ever done? I searched your videos for "molotow" and didn't see one. Was it mentioned in another video w/out Molotow in the title? Thanks

[@Tinybudgetfilms]

When i airbrushed it, it didnt come out shiny, how come?

[@petegangies]

Hey Rex, to touch up a chrome car emblem (toyota), that cant be removed from the car...would you recommend trying to dab these to create a little pool and then using a fine brush to touch the damaged parts of the badge? I don't know how well it's to compare to an electroplated factory chrome though.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Can't compare electroplating, that's the best. But that will work. You can tty Green Stuff World Chrome for brushing, they make both, brush on and airbrush on.

[@petegangies]

@Barbatos Rex thanks for the reply. Very much appreciated 🙏

[@anthonyvera8524]

What pressure did you use? Did you have to thin it at all to spray it?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I didn't thin it, 18 psi

[@EvilEye501]

This is easily my favourite chrome paint, it's not cheap but it's a dream to work with. Word of advice: Mr. Leveling Thinner is perfect for thinning it, you add a little bit and it gets much easier to airbrush (and self-levels too). Any lacquer thinner should work but Mr. Leveling Thinner is my favourite.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Mr Leveling Thinner is my favorite item on my bench. When I'm half way down in the bottle I get more 😉 it's the best, I thin almost everything with it but forgot to with Molotow. Thanks for the tip.

[@jamesfair9751]

@@barbatosrex9473 it says it’s alcohol base so wouldn’t you get better result thinning with alcohol? I don’t know I’m genuinely asking.

[@barbatosrex9473]

@@jamesfair9751 you can use either one. Like Tamiya paints, even though most use alcohol I use Leveling Thinner

[@8BitJustice]

@@jamesfair9751 Most alcohol-based paints can be thinned with hobby-grade lacquer thinners, and semi-gloss and glossy ones actually tend to thin better with some type of retarding additive (which is the difference between Mr. Leveling Thinner and regular Mr. Color Thinner, the Leveling Thinner has Drying Retarder in it to slow drying and allow the paint to level out while drying). I use it for all of my Tamiya X acrylics and all my Mr. Hobby Aqueous acrylics. You can also use Mr. Rapid Thinner for flat finish alcohol-based acrylics. I use it with the Tamiya XF acrylics.

[@mantonioisc]

I read your comment and tried it. It does work well, but I also tried pure ethanol and it worked even better. Tried other thinners but they were bad (tamiya laquer, tamiya acrylic and store laquer)

[@Powrhash]

This is what I was looking for. Love your Work

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thank you my friend 👍

[@edsouza6600]

@@barbatosrex9473 what Is the best Clear for this, I've waited a week and put some pledge on it, it dulled it significantly, I applied it with a air brush, second attempt to clear I applied it with a q tip, same result. What am I missing here. Please help.

[@clintanson]

Hi can I use this on Metal? Do I also need a primer first? Thx

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes you can use this on metal no problem. A primer helps with durability but it's not needed

[@claudenewbolt2659]

EXCELLENT! I'M GOING TO TRY THE MOLOTOW CHROME MARKER IN MY AIRBRUSHS.

[@markeisenmann932]

Since this is not technically an airbrush paint, can this cause any potential damage to the brush? Or can it clean out like normal? Love the results!

[@barbatosrex9473]

Will cause no problems at all to the airbrush. Welcome to the channel

[@chuchuchip]

I save my old testors paint jars for paint mixing in small batches. Just Goo Gone the labels off or use a plastic scraper & a little paint stripper on a paper towel to clean residue.

[@MayaCreations95]

What sealer did you use for the molotow chrome liquid?

[@MegaMoose313]

I watched a diff video of a guy he was using the market instead of air brushing & he tried a few diff dealers & he liked (Alclad II)

[@chauffeurmarco]

Like clearcoat for cars. To get a mirror look instead an orage peel it needs to be applied strongly

[@817Godism]

congrats on 1k!

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks buddy, took awhile but all of a sudden the last couple months my vids started to get noticed. A ton more planned

[@mr.hotshot8822]

Is Mirco Gloss great on all chrome paint? Would it keep the same chrome shine after use?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Most clear coats on top of chrome takes away the chrome look. A recent video I tested AK Interactive 1K Super Gloss and that one seems to do a decent job

[@fethiisiksal2446]

Hi, thanks for the video, very good and helpful. Maybe I missed but can you please advise the psi or bar level of compressor?

[@barbatosrex9473]

15 to 18 psi

[@chuchuchip]

Available in 30ml 'pen refill' tube. I found on Amazon bulk box of glass eye droppers. Washable, can sit in lacquer or paint thinner to dissolve dried paint. I wash in my sonic cleaner, but one is not necessary. Box has lasted many, many years. Rubber bulb has never dried or cracked. I also don't get thinner in the bulb, but wash with soap & water anyway. Box must be at least 20 years old, no exageration.

[@robertgraham1511]

How did you clean the airbrush?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Acetone

[@richardstiers9010]

I 100% agree! This is great stuff.....BUT! Now what? What do you do to effectively protect it. I have tried nearly everything, from E7, Pledge, Aquagloss clearcoat....everything kills the shine. If you...breathe on, touch, look sideways at, or even mention it's name disparagingly....it will fog! 🤪 LOTS of good chromes out there, Krylon Foil is one, out of the can....the secret sauce here is....what clearcoat will protect it, and maintain the shine! Now I will step down, off of my box. 🙃

[@adamspohn6919]

I love your vids. I was hoping to find another on the molotow clear coat results? Everything I have tried that I had on hand dulled it. Let me know what you found I would really appreciate it.

[@lg8471]

Would a Clearwater help the rough surface... ??

[@barbatosrex9473]

Well it did dry super smooth

[@chrisgraunke9269]

Any updates on this and what you found for durability? I tried this and it sat for weeks, but never fully cured.

[@IllusionSector]

Even if you allow it several months to fully cure, it will all the same be vulnerable to handling. On top of that, (no pun intended) Molotow Liquid Chrome is notoriously difficult to protect with a clear coat because just about anything you spray on it will either visibly dull the shine or obliterate it entirely. Hence why, despite its brilliance, the product remains a no-go for *serious* modelers. (Speaking of whom, they also apparently don't consider spoons as adequate test mules). It is so frustratingly redundant to see video after video conduct the same damn experiment without bothering to learn from the tests that came way before and thus with nothing new to add except more confusion. Lastly, it's important to understand that the way Molotow works is completely different from those other metalics by AKA, Alclad II, Spaz Stix, etc. In fact, you could almost say it's the exact opposite - not only do you hose it down, as opposed to sneaking up with thin layers, but also, because of it's self-leveling nature, you don't really need to undercoat it either. This test, instead of trying different undercoats, which was an needless waste of time, should've focused on topcoats. If you'd care for a... still not quite perfect but heck of a lot more *useful* experiment that came two whole years before this one, here's a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIO9mKegmtCZnbc (Sorry that it's not in English).

[@chrisgraunke9269]

@@IllusionSector yeah, I'm aware of the basics of this product, which was why I was asking about how well, if at all, the top coat worked for it. It's a shame, because it looks great, it's just not a great product for everyday use.

[@davidhahn8583]

really enjoyed this video, and especially enjoy your tips and tricks

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks buddy, I have many more to come. Thanks for watching

[@budakota]

Coooool Chrome Effect!!, Best I've Seen Thus Far For Airbrushing ..Wondering /Curious tho ....If One Was To Airbrush a Gloss Clear Over It ...such as Cheap Future/Quick Shine ?..Would It Still Retain His Shine/Durability, As You Have Shown Your Viewers/Subscribers ( I mentioned Future/Quick Shine , as in turn , is more cost effective for my budget ATM..As Always Look Forward To Your Expert Opinion Robert!!!..Hope Your Wife Is Improving Day By Day?!:):)

[@edsouza6600]

What is the suggested cure time for the molotow chrome if airbrushed, and does it need a clear if I intend clean and dust my models regularly.

[@edsouza6600]

Hello

[@vociferonheraldofthewinter2284]

I wonder if it was the type of base that gave you trouble. Enamel spray paint has given me hell so many times when I try to layer over it. Sometimes it works fine, other times it's a nightmare. Even when fully cured for a long time.

[@fw5532]

What size airbrush need was used?

[@markeisenmann932]

I know it's been a while since this video was made but have you found any successful clear coats to use over the molotow liquid mirror? I tried using some Super Clear III to no avail, any suggestions? Thanks, I love your vids, keep it up!

[@barbatosrex9473]

Nothing so far, the best thing was Alclad Aqua Gloss

[@tallmanwsor]

​@@barbatosrex9473have you tried pledge floor shine?

[@mcdonie1975]

I would love an update on this, especially if you found out details on clear coats and durability. From my experience nothing worked (that didnt dull the shine) except the Spaz Stix product. And then its was hit or miss even then.

[@Mecustoms17]

I have found the the Vallejo acrylic clear does not smudge the chrome

[@8BitJustice]

@@Mecustoms17 The regular Model Color clear, the Mecha Color clear, or the Metal Gloss clear, out of curiosity? Or does it not matter? I've heard the Metal Gloss one also works on Alclad, but I haven't tried it myself, so... 🤷‍♂️

[@DaveyGa]

Tip for your airbrush technique - keep the air ON in between strokes, it'll reduce spatter.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I will keep that in mind. I had to change my technique a bit because of the camera. Still getting used to it

[@tylernollrc]

great video, can you use the black gloss base as a finish cote? Or is it strictly base paint. Also, could you give me a link to the airbrush you used in this video?

[@christianenireb1911]

Do you think I can use that, on marvel legends or star wars black series, or that type of soft plastic figures

[@barbatosrex9473]

If you can get a primer to stick to it first then you shouldn't have a problem. Primer first, Gloss Black next then the chrome

[@christianenireb1911]

@@barbatosrex9473 nice thanks for the tip

[@BaddaBigBoom]

I wonder a) what metal this is made of and 2) if it's electrically conductive after being applied.

[@agnesh6909]

Hi sir, I have little knowledge about painting with an airbrush. Could you please tell me what solvent you use to clean the paint cup after using the liquid chrome?

[@barbatosrex9473]

A shot of lacquer thinner or Acetone. Check out my latest video on cleaning the airbrush between colors. That should help you

[@agnesh6909]

@@barbatosrex9473 Thank you, that's very helpful.

[@BaddaBigBoom]

The chrome stars inside the front and rear badges on my 2006 subaru have become water damaged and I'm going to use this to refurbish them. Thumbs up btw.

[@FractalThroughEternity]

I appreciate how much money you save me. Genuinely, and it seems like you have a great time doing the tests that save us money :D NAIL POLISH TEST LOLOL YESSSS Good tip on the dropper bottles! I have been using empty Alclad bottles for storage but it doesn't have the dropper tool and I'm highly resistant to using disposable pipettes. I produce enough waste as is, you know? The cool thing about empty Alclad bottles is that a lot of them have labels you can basically erase with lacquer thinner and then use a sharpie for your own info. But it doesn't have that dropper which I want so badly. Have you considered streaming your building processes? Its not a thing everyone enjoys doing but a lot of folk find this type of content to be relaxing, satisfying, and educational. I've been encouraged to look into it because I love this hobby so much but my content would be "Learn from me by watching me fail repeatedly and do things I really shouldn't do."

[@barbatosrex9473]

I've been thinking about a build video a couple things hold me back. I would need better equipment for filming and editing for sure. And I love to listen to my music when I build, in particular metal music. Plus there's so many great builders here that it's really intimidating to me. I feel I wouldn't want to watch me after seeing these other great builders : )

[@stevenhall7033]

What pressure did you spray at?

[@blk_moses3034]

have you tried clearcoating the spoons after the paint cured?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I actually did today. With the best clear I have, 2K clear. I takes away the chrome effect a bit, doesn't quit look like chrome any more. But it doesn't look awful either. But if you want protection it's not going to look like this at all. But if you don't need the durability I'd leave it alone. If your going to use it on a model that's going to be sitting on a shelf I would leave it alone.

[@ODYSx2]

hi ! any varnish that does not destroy the chrome effect?

[@barbatosrex9473]

The best I can find so far is Alclad Aqua Gloss and Vallejo Metal arnish. You will lose a bit of the chrome effect for sure, but I will be testing out 2k Auto gloss soon to see what that does to it

[@Jarhead1313]

Why not just get Spazstix Mirror Chrome? have great results with it on my Rc bodies. I just bought one of these to use for window trim

[@barbatosrex9473]

I have a video on Spaz Stix Mirror Chrome. Check it out on my channel. Great stuff

[@DanhNguyenster64]

What would valejo colorshift look like over this?

[@triruns]

Keep an eye on those dropper bottles. I don't know what the solvents in Alclad are, but they may dissolve the plasticizer in the rubber seals and bulbs, causing them to crumble.

[@beanies113]

So does it hold up good at the end? I tried searching your channel but cant seem to find the follow-up video.

[@barbatosrex9473]

It fully cures in about a week. Have you seen my latest video on Super Chrome?

[@Drazorig2]

Can you apply acrylic metallic paints on top of this chrome?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes, no problem at all

[@taxman9910]

Just found your channel great tips thank you, quick question what type of airbrush do you use and psi level

[@barbatosrex9473]

GSI Creos Mr Hobby Procon Boy Platinum usually around 20psi. You can also control the air flow from this particular airbrush. Have you seen my video on my full airbrush set up? I go over everything and I have links to the airbrush there. Thanks for watching

[@b3rn4rddd]

Can you spray candy colors on top to make colored chrome? I have been looking for chrome paints that does not lose its "chrome" when layered with top coat. Most of the chrome paints becomes just grey when layered with candy color or even just a clear top coat.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I didn't have a problem spraying candy colors over this or Alclad Chrome. I actually just sprayed chrome over a piece painted red and that looked great. You can see it in my latest picture in my community section of my channel

[@b3rn4rddd]

@@barbatosrex9473 Thank you! I hope I can find something similar in my country so I could try this.

[@chrispiazza7487]

I am wondering what you would do if you needed to imitate a chrome or polished silver on an actual piece of wood? The wood actually is a very fine vine that has been dried out. The surface is fairly tight so I don't think it will absorb like a sponge. Any thoughts on how to do this? Thanks!

[@barbatosrex9473]

You need to seal the wood with a Varnish. Once it dries sand it smooth then put a primer over it. Then Gloss black. From there you put the chrome

[@chrispiazza7487]

@@barbatosrex9473 Thanks for your advice!

[@NJM1564]

I wonder if you could use that with the gundam marker airbrush system. That paticuler size might not fit but would be interesting to see.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Probably would work. Gundam Markers now have there own chrome marker and it's great. That would work on the marker airbrush system

[@BatFan1]

did you apply a clear over the molotow at some point? i used the pen to apply it to a figure, let it cure for about a week, I grabbed it by where I applied it and it smudged real easily. Looking for a clear to use to pair it with to protect the chrome shine.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I use two clears to coat my chrome. Aqua Gloss by Alclad and Vallejo Metal Varnish. I cured my Molotow in a food dehydrator as it was taking forever to cure. But either of these will work. I really like the Metal Varnish

[@Rezparviz]

@@barbatosrex9473 when you cured it , did it still smudge ?

[@loshines3725]

Awesome video sir. Still watching it, but I wish you would have tried to clear a few of them so we can see what works. Either way thank you sir.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I'll clear some and post a Pic in the community section

[@karlcheng_5210]

how do you clean the brush after spray the chrome? thanks!

[@barbatosrex9473]

Same as any other lacquer paint. Just flush it with thinner or Acetone

[@karlcheng_5210]

@barbatosrex9473 thanks, and any recommends for the varnish?

[@barbatosrex9473]

​@@karlcheng_5210if you're not going to handle the model after it's built then I would go without a Varnish. The Varnish kills the chrome look

[@renejensen370]

What needle and how many PSI did you use?

[@barbatosrex9473]

15 psi

[@EastwoodFabrication]

I use this stuff a lot. Painted my T-800 terminator arm with it. Let me know if you would like pictures of it. When I buy this stuff its better to buy it on Amazon because you get a larger quantity for what you pay. If you put a Klear Kote on it, it will fade some. Im waiting for my Aqua and looking forward to testing it. The thing is with this stuff is that it takes a long time to cure. If you dont wait long enough, you can leave indentations like finger prints on your work. also, this stuff doesnt require a black base because of how thick it is, even though it looks watery. I just prime it black. I use 15 on the pressure when using it like the alclad stuff. You just have to spray it "wet", unlike normal paint as well. in your vid you were spraying it like normal paint. You have to spray constantly until it gets wet then avoid overspray BTW I subscribed to your channel. Seems we have a few things in common. Love your vids.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks for the feedback and watching.

[@gat-x105strikegundam5]

FINALLY!!!! I’ve been waiting for this video!!!!!!!!! I have one myself, and it’s one of the most used tools in my painting Arsenal. Have you gotten my email yet? And my the way, to open them, you can pop open the top, rather than doing everything you went through.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I was very impressed by your Gundam build. Excellent work. Keep it up. Your skills are great

[@gat-x105strikegundam5]

@@barbatosrex9473 Thank you so much! You’re such an inspiration to me, so it means so much to me! I am now working on a candy painting on my rg wing zero gundam, and I’m going a lot of fading and stuff, from the burnt exhaust tutorial you made. Do you have any criticisms on the freedom? I’d love to hear if you did.

[@serge6504]

I’m also starting to use the molotow chrome, can you please tell me how long it needs to dry? Thank you

[@barbatosrex9473]

Mine fully cured in about a week

[@matthiasgruner1985]

I like your vids :) the liquid chrome is awesome. Do you know any liquid gold chrome for the airbrush? i search it for a long time. Can you make any vids for gold chrome sprays or for airbrush please

[@matthiasgruner1985]

i would use it for my miniatures, like a gold chrome model car

[@barbatosrex9473]

I've sprayed a couple shiny gold chrome. Alclad and Modo both have a shiny gold as well as Krylon spray can Gold Foil.

[@JHartModelworks]

Molotow makes a refill bottle. it is about $30 but it's also 30ml. You get more for your money and don't have to jack with dissecting the pen. I don't really like spraying it as it never really seemed to cure for me and came off any time I touched it. I even waited 2 weeks and it still just rubbed right off before I could attach a bumper to a car body. Also clear coating it dulled it down bad for me. But I love using it to brush paint tiny details on things like interior parts that will never get touched.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I'm going to test Aqua Gloss over it soon

[@tinymclarge9158]

How do you think this will look on black leather? Also did you ever do a durability test with aqua gloss?

[@barbatosrex9473]

It wont work on leather

[@tinymclarge9158]

@@barbatosrex9473 damn

[@ukemaxxer]

Great tests on these Chrome paints. Which would you use if building the Tamiya Mercedes GT3 as the Linkin Park Chrome livery

[@barbatosrex9473]

I would go with Alclad. Their black chrome is awesome

[@medienmond]

there are refill bottles which contain 30ml for about 20€. how much was in that marker (with a 3 or 4 ml content) which cost about 7€. dripstick refill is 250ml for about 9€...

[@richardbennett8678]

Would this be a good base coat for metallics?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I would go with Alclad silver base, Wicked Candy O silver base, Stynylrez silver primer or Splash Hyper silver

[@marcusprince3999]

Do you think thinning this stuff with something would make it spray on smoother, yet still look chromey?

[@441rider]

It is alcohol based like Green stuff world chrome it cuts with isopropo alcohol 99%

[@samuelvasquez8170]

Where did you get the dropper bottles

[@huckfin1100]

I would like to use it on my fishing lures !

[@ThedangdiggityKeough]

@barbatos Rex where did you get that exact airbrush? I need one

[@barbatosrex9473]

That's a GSI Procon Boy PS-289 0.3mm , it's my favorite airbrush. I love it, get one here spraygunner.com?aff=10 It will actually make you better at airbrushing

[@teresagibson4946]

Did you use a primer?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Alclad Gloss Black Base. You must start with a shiny black base coat and my favorite is Alclad. Have you seen my video on Alclad Chrome and Black Chrome? I show it there

[@JohnsonArmsProps]

Have you ever tried Alumaluster?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I haven't, what exactly is it?

[@rmatt78470]

I bought an aftermarket grill in plastic for my car and I want to paint the honeycomb in Chrome. What is your recommendation?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I wouldn't use the ones for models I test for outside use. I have tested Krylon Foil colors. Those might work better for you outside