How I paint acrylic paints

The COUNTY Model Shop
Model cars, trucks and HO scale trains.
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[@seadoogti9288]

Was looking for a way to use my large collection of Folk Art paint in my airbrush. Didn't want to spent a lot on airbrush paints. This worked. You rock.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I'm glad it helped.

[@PatricksScaleModelShop]

I had never even looked a acrylic craft paints and then i saw this video and i went to my local Walmart and bought 4 bottles of it costing between .58 and $1.19 and i got some really nice colors. I used one and was amazed at how well it turned out. Thank you so much for such a great video. Happy New Year.

[@thecaptain2521]

Looks great Monty I love that color, so many to choose from with the acrylics!

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Oran, Lots of colors and inexpensive!

[@nmmlo]

Great video! I'm still new at using acrylic paints with the airbrush so this is very helpful. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills. Edmonton, Alberta.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, it's all about practice and what works best for you.

[@rickzinck9326]

Thanks for taking the time to show us your method Monty. Good tips .

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Rick, just trying to pass on what works for me.

[@jimf.625]

Great video. Can't be any more professional than that! Looks great!

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you for those kind words. I'm still learning.

[@chinosrodandcustom3839]

Awesome video Monty! Great tutorial

[@KBCC_Garage]

Thanks for sharing Monty! I just got an airbrush for Christmas and will be bookmarking this video for future reference.

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Clifton, CP101 and Chris Chapman are the ones to watch.

[@West_Georgia_Rods_Customs]

Ok ok ok Monty..... now that I’ve watched you use the acrylics and your techniques ...... I’m gonna FINALLY try it! Lol Great tutorial buddy! Thanks for sharing ! God bless.

[@montydavis6046]

If I can do it anybody can. The secret is the clear. I hope it helps.

[@Jeffsmodelgarage]

Great video Monty still need to brush up on my craft paints but I’m improving thanks for sharing

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Jeff

[@BennyCFD]

Beautiful job as always..... I've just discovered the secret to your airbrushing success. The bamboo skewer stirring tool. Thanks

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Benny

[@MapleLeafCustoms]

Tremendous skills. I'm learning by watching you from Switzerland. Keep these great vids coming, please. And be safe.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you sir, I'm learning every build.

[@Ranger89212]

awesome video ✌. love the color. secret is the well broken in compressor,blowing more consistent than any ive ever seen!

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@thedutchscalemodellerChannel]

Looks great my friend and a great tutorial.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@wisdomSP]

Sweet! Thank you for sharing. Keep on keepin' on!

[@ColonelRebScaleModels]

Awesome tutorial, Monty, you are a natural...the craft paint turned out incredible and dont you love the easy cleanup!!! Nice to see you walk us through your clearing and polishing techniques as well...thanks for sharing...see you next weekend!!!

[@johnlong8655]

Really nice work. Please continue to teach us. I hope you will follow up with the rest of the build.

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks for watching, I hope it helps.

[@grnwhitewidow76239]

Thanks for the video man good work and love the color choice you picked beautiful!!!

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you sir, I hope it helps.

[@RussellModelCars]

I know this is an old video but I still want to thank you it showed me exactly what I was looking for.

[@montydavis6046]

I'm glad I could help.

[@moparnut6286]

Great video Monty since I started using craft paint if learned a lot and you just added more to it thank you.

[@montydavis6046]

I'm glad I can help. I have stopped using the 2X clear because they changed the formula. I am using automotive 2K clear now.

[@charliehill5853]

Great video and thanks for clear and easy how to. Will be trying airbrushing for first time in a week or so and this is really great video

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you Charlie, This is just how I do my paint jobs. Good luck with your airbrush. Remember it is a learning experience, you may need to adjust here or there to get it to work for you.

[@trentnichols5075]

I am so happy I stayed to the end!! WoW 😮 that is amazing 🤩.

[@badboy_kustomz1648]

Great video......i have used that clear before, but never got great good results like that. Will have to give it another try. Happy building

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks, I started using the clear after Rodney Clements (ACME) showed me how he sprayed models.

[@cwbmars2050]

Good to see ways that others work to achieve great results! Thanks!🤟😁

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks for watching and your kind words.

[@rockymt.models8865]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge came out great....Larry

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@FuelsModels]

Wow those engines look great!!

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@FuelsModels]

@@montydavis6046 I don’t know why this comment posted here bc I was watching your last video when I commented on it. 🤣😂

[@IRMAOCUSTOMMODELS]

Great vid bud and great process

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@lowcountryrailroad7701]

Looks great. Thanks for sharing

[@ChrisChapman195]

Monty, What a great video. I like the fact that you went through and explained the reason for using the clear that you did as you can wet sand it. as opposed to the acrylic clear I use that has to be dry sanded. Very informative and fantastic results. I'm no way an expert but but I thank you for the mention. It was much appreciated. Look at that, I'm subscriber number 631. Here's to you reaching 100K subs one day. You deserve it.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you for the kind words, it means a lot coming from you. I have learned so much from this community and I like to share what I have learned.

[@GrandNational66]

Thanks Monty & Chris... As a newbie you have reassured my. thought to purchase my 1st airbrush. Im going to start off with the Pashe single action gun...ive seen some great stuff with these here on you tube, i feel its a good beginner gun not to complicated. Thanks again i cant wait to try acrylics and leave the expensive rattle cans behind.👍

[@ChrisChapman195]

@@GrandNational66 best of luck. Keep me posted on your progress please.

[@MrModelworx]

Thats a very impressive finish Monty, I've never yet painted a body using craft acrylics, used them on interiors pretty good though. I'm going to have to give it a try, great video mate really enjoyed watching that

[@montydavis6046]

Thank Gary

[@martinzeller7242]

Great tutorial on paint I also use a lot of acrylic paint on my builds I use rustolium but not the 2x thanks again for sharing

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Martin.

[@iainhmcm]

Hi like the cars great job on them , I started using Pledge revive it floor gloss on my kits as an experiment and it workedgreat and no need to polish as the finish is great just like high gloss shine.

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks for sharing

[@TrueNorthModels]

Good job Monty, everyone has their own twist on painting with the craft acrylics, but, mine is not too far off of yours. Thanks for sharing. Cheers

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Wayne. I learned from watching the masters; Chris Cortel, Gary at MC Model Works and Chris Chapman.

[@scootermcgee6375]

Got the Christopher cross going in the background too. Good on ya.

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks for watching

[@kdkustoms]

Awesome video Monty! God bless

[@wadejustanamerican1201]

Thank you for the information, definitely a big help.

[@montydavis6046]

Glad I could help, model on !

[@c.d.scalemodels9198]

Hi Monty, my name's Chris & I just got a new airbrush kit(never airbrushed before)......very impressive tutorial on that 'Cuda......beautiful job. I hope to gain some experience on my kits in the future like you have......well done sir.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I glad it has helped you.

[@RestorationAustralia]

Great quality spray gun, I only have a cheap one but that is also does the job.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I hope the video helped.

[@lazyeyedmodeler-woodyworkshop]

Great tutorial, Shrek, I mean Monte! Goes to show you don't need expensive airbrushes to get great results. Thanks for the video.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@paulmcwilliams1709]

That color that you used looks good on a Cuda body. Good choice!

[@smithgroove945]

Thanks for sharing this video.

[@billffromnh]

I just found this video. A very nice presentation! And you got excellent final results. I subscribed so I can see what else you have videos on.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I hope it helps.

[@flyingfortressrc1794]

Great video. Thanks for the great information.

[@jackjufer8848]

Thank you for the video, I learned a great deal about layering and wet sanding. Looking forward to your next video. Best regards. Sgt Jufer. Lakeland Florida

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Jack, It's all about practice. I have ruined several paint jobs just practicing.

[@dodgecuda9076]

Thanks for that tutorial I use a lot of dupli color but the colors are limited. I really been wanting to try something new and I think I'm going to give that a try with my air brush. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge very appreciated

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, Check out CP101, MC Model Works and Chris Chapman's videos too. That is how I learned. Good luck.

[@zeroa6]

Awesome, very nice. Subbed! God bless

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@procarrytrucker4101]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@markforster6457]

Great video, Monty! I have always heard that you cannot put enamel on top of acrylic. I'm glad to learn that enamel clear is okay. Thank you.

[@montydavis6046]

I would try it on a scrap body or something first just to make sure your paint is compatible. This has worked out for me but I'm not an expert.

[@dljtwo]

Nice technique, thanks for sharing! +1 for Christopher Cross in the background.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@niraspir6621]

"Get out of my car :) Thank you for demonstrating the device to us. Thanks to you I realized that there is a device with a bottle from below.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@charliekroll5427]

Thanks for sharing I want to try this soon

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Charlie. I hope it works out for you. Watch Chris Cortel and Chris Chapman videos on this, they are the experts.

[@jeanguy41100]

Sir u did a really good video,thanks

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@corkcamden9878]

I like your style, brother.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@Sheltieist]

Thanks for the video and God Bless!

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you sir, I hope it helps

[@marcosfernandeznanita7150]

Awesome tutorial Monty, I just started to use acrylics and I did the same step as you, but for some reason it didn't came like that the first time, by the second time I use a deferent clear, and work out better, I'll be spraying again another body to practice more, thanks for sharing my friend...

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Marcos

[@marcosfernandeznanita7150]

hey Monty, when you say washer you mean windshield washer, glass cleaner, sorry I'm lost in that part bro...

[@montydavis6046]

Windshield washer fluid

[@marcosfernandeznanita7150]

Thank you very much Monty...

[@montydavis6046]

I hope this helps

[@mcmodelworks]

Your process works great brother. Can't ask for much better than that. I'm certainly no expert .Just have a lot of practice hours. with craft acrylics. Thanks for the kind words though!

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks Gary, I'm still learning and I appreciate all of advice and your tutorials.

[@pulsomagneticopm5111]

Thanks!

[@williammanis9910]

Good job

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you sir

[@kenmorris2858]

Many thanks for this video.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I hope it helps

[@DGP406]

Thanks for the wisdom, Monty. How should I lay the clear coat if I want to apply decals? should I give it a mist coat first, put the decals, let it dry then two or three coats a few days later?

[@montydavis6046]

That is what I would do.

[@gracebyseven]

Thank you for this video! After a few coats of that clear, would you say the surface is pretty scratch resistant considering the fact that it's an acrylic paint?

[@montydavis6046]

Yes sir, You can even wet sand the paint since the clear is hard and cured.

[@jeffreypeters893]

Nice Job! I didn’t know that you could apply enamel clear coat over acrylic paint?

[@juliancaballero7478]

Nice color que vuen color

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@jeannyeswhift3258]

Muy útil gracias

[@HalfFast]

I am impressed at the results you get from the 2x clear...wow, I tried that once and it came out too fast.

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks, I have messed up several paint jobs but when it turns out right it looks good. Its all about the space between the model and the paint can.

[@peterharoldjanakjr2078]

@@montydavis6046 the hobbyists at Hobby Works tell me that you need to be about 11 inches away from the model. Here is what I'm not understanding. They also tell me that you don't sand the final coat of paint at all. Then you put your clear gloss coat on. But here, you've put your last coat on. Wet sanded with a very fine grit if I remember. And then you put your gloss clear coat on. I have no idea which way is the right way. Or even if either way is fine.

[@6TEESRULE]

Great video Monty ! I use the same process as you except I'm using Rustoleum crystal clear enamel. I never tried the 2X gloss clear/ do you think the two clear coats have similar properties? Thanks for posting!

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you. I think it is the same clear, the 2x just comes out twice as fast.

[@kepler240]

nice

[@MrBowlingjt300]

Awesome awesome video! Brand new to the hobby and this helped a lot. Two quick questions. What setting are you at on your compressor psi wise? And two what needle size are you using on the airbrush 1,3, or 5?

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I hope it helped. My compressor does not have a gauge but I would guess around 20psi. I use a #5 needle on my airbrush.

[@speedfreak9342]

Just getting ready to learn airbrushing, great video. How do you do the polishing? By hand? With a soft towel and the compound?

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, I have stopped using the Rustoleum 2X clear. They changed the formula and it doesn't work as good. I'm using automotive 2K clear now. I hand sand and use the Novis polishing system.

[@Jimmy-sb3fc]

Thank you so much for this demo! Will any brand of acrylic paint work? Thanks!

[@markjankowski7018]

Love the video it has very helpful, when install decals on acrylic paint do you put them on before or after the clear coat?

[@MrPawPaw]

@mark I believe it’s after as acrylics are a flat paint. But I’m just learning this stuff too. My question is after it’s all painted, how do you glue parts on? Scratch the paint to bare plastic or use a superglue?

[@azdave2721]

Great video. One question. How do you wet sand the edges without taking the paint off? Thanks

[@montydavis6046]

Very Carefully! I have sanded through several edges just learning. I try to avoid sanding near the seams and edges.

[@howardharaway2259]

ENAMAL RULES !

[@montydavis6046]

Enamel paint is good but I haven't had much luck with it.

[@christopherrucker3559]

Thanks for the video. Does the wiper fluid affect the color since it has a blue tint?

[@montydavis6046]

No sir the wiper fluid does not affect the color. I have painted several white parts and there is no hint of the blue. Thanks for watching.

[@frankpupello3764]

is that just windshield wiper fluid like you get at walmart?...and what do you use to clean up your airbrush afterwards? great tutorial

[@AbelG8781]

I see an N&W caboose back there!

[@montydavis6046]

Yes sir, I'm into model trains too.

[@azdave2721]

Nice finish. I always seem to sand down to the paint. Can you describe how much pressure you use? I must be heavy handed.

[@montydavis6046]

Very lightly, I have sanded through myself.

[@michaelkelly1791]

Very good video, thank you very much. Question, is the clear paint OK to use over Decals. Thanks

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you, yes you can clear over the decals.

[@Wolfie66]

do you have any trouble with bare metal foil not sticking to the clear coat? BTW - Great tutorial!

[@montydavis6046]

I haven't had any trouble withe the BMF not sticking. On some models, I BMF first and clear coat over the top to protect it.

[@robertalbert5428]

Great video Monty! Did you sand the body before you cleared it and if so, what grit sand paper did you use?

[@montydavis6046]

No sir I did not sand the body. Acrylic paint is very fragile. I only sanded the clear coat which is either enamel or I use 2K clear now.

[@johncater7861]

So, after spraying the clear coat, sanding and polishing, you are still able to glue the rest of the parts to the body and apply decals etc?

[@gta-fb3wk]

What psi are you sprayin with? Looks good 💪

[@montydavis6046]

My compressor does not have a gauge but I think around 20psi.

[@charliebowman785]

Hello Monty. Before anything, thank you for sharing your very valued experience. the result is very impressive, beautiful finishing! Very interesting your video/technique with acrylic paint. I have some questions and I hope you can help me with them. Is that thinner, simple water?, that paint are you using is a comercial one or is special for scale models?, how much is the PSI you work your airbrush? Do you coat overall with a special kind of lacquer or it is a simple transparent acrylic spray? (I mean, Rust Oleum is the best of the best) I assume the paint is water base, am I right? Do you give two layers of paint? for how long do you allow the paint to dry? sorry for so many questions but I'm just starting to comprehend this subject with acrylic paints. I did'n finished the video and I started asking questions, that's why answers may be obvious. Thank you so much Monty! great job! blessings for you too.

[@chrisstromberg6527]

He's thins it out with 50/50 Windshield washer fluid and water.

[@montydavis6046]

I thin the paint with windshield washer fluid (blue), The paint is simple acrylic craft paint that you can get at Hobby Lobby, Michael's, etc. My airbrush does not have an air pressure gauge, I'm guessing 25psi. The clear is a Rustoleum 2X Gloss Clear enamel. I give at least 3 coats of paint, or until covered. I let the paint dry at least 2 hours between coats. I learned from watchin CP101, Chris Chapman and MC Model works. Check out their channels.

[@Waterratt4344]

The Novus 2 should be enough to give you the shine you want. If you use Novus 3 first, that is the "scratch remover," Novus 2 is the polish.

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@brianstorrs9344]

Awesome video!! I'll have to try craft paint now. I normally use Tamiya or Createx or Scale Finishes. Can the Rust-oleum 2X Gloss Clear be used over any acrylic paints??? Can it be used over Tamiya paints??? I know that paint has a different base.

[@montydavis6046]

Thanks for watching, I have only used the 2X over FolkArt, Createx and Anita's acrylic paints.

[@bigeddie1231]

Nice thank you

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@loulowrider2566]

Hey Monte, can you use clear coat on that type of paint even if it is for lacquer paints?

[@montydavis6046]

I don't know about lacquer clear but I have used the enamel and 2K urethane clears.

[@robertmann7277]

I'm pretty comfortable shooting acrylics, but my question is this- is acetone stronger than paint thinner ( I use it to clean my brushes)

[@montydavis6046]

Acetone is strong, I just use the blue windshield washer fluid to clean my airbrush after I shoot acrylic paints.

[@southpaw5483]

Thank you for sharing. What size needle are you using? recommend?

[@theaussienurseflipper.8113]

Have U tried floor polish as a clear, instead of the enamel clear? I heard it good. Cheers Graham.

[@hobbylyfe4716]

I have.. you have to spray it on heavy to get a shine.. so it’s susceptible To runs and you can’t polish it

[@edstud1]

My airbrushing improved 1000% after I put a guage on it!

[@montydavis6046]

I'm going to get one soon.

[@budakota]

Great Video!!..Jus curious though - what would be your opinion procedure of the percentage of thinner and paint, as well as air pressure using the Passche " H" Airbrush .. if one was to use the Craft Acrylic METALLIC paint ..thank you

[@montydavis6046]

I usually use a 50/50 paint to washer fluid, even with the metallic paints. My air compressor does not have a gauge on it so I don't know what pressure. You need to watch Classic Plastic 101, MC Model Works and Chris Chapman on KZbin. These guys are the masters with acrylic paints.

[@budakota]

@@montydavis6046 thanxs for replying soo promptly Monty ..very much appreciated..and thanxs ever soo much for the leads..take care!

[@Pastor58]

Hey there! Do you leave your mixed paints in the siphon jars or clean them each time you spray a color?

[@montydavis6046]

Once I finish the project I empty the jars. Craft paint is so cheap, if I pore out a few cents worth it's no big deal.

[@BennyCFD]

Yeah brother........................

[@montydavis6046]

Thank you

[@sjp52047]

I'm with John, What size needle? That's a great finish for Acrylics. Regards, Solomon

[@montydavis6046]

It is a #5 needle. Thanks Solomon

[@jhessieboy]

Great tutorial. What needle size are you using on your brush?

[@montydavis6046]

I was using a #5 needle, thanks for watching, I hope it helps.

[@jhessieboy]

Thanks! I have a .3 on mine and couldnt get good coverage. I always end up with a grainy finish due to the overspray. Cheers!

[@juwi1284]

dude how many coats do you usually have to do when using acrylic paint?

[@montydavis6046]

It goes on thin so anywhere from 3 to 5 coats.

[@brucewilson1188]

Would this method work on diecast metal?

[@JohnPol]

thanks for sharing what size needle do you use?

[@montydavis6046]

It is a #5 needle set.

[@southpaw5483]

Is the Windshield Washer Fluid with (prevent Freezing variety (all season)) or without Alcohol (Summer variety)?

[@bradleyjohnson2383]

I am painting my first model, I got a nice finish with an air bush and acrylic paint. I did it at about 8pm and went to clear it at noon the next day and the acrylic paint cracked, did I not let the paint dry long enough or is there maybe another issue. I used wicked paint with their brand of reducer.

[@montydavis6046]

Since it is water based, I always let mine cure for at least 3 days to make sure all of the moisture is out of it. What clear did you use?

[@montydavis6046]

Check out my 61 Impala and 70 Camaro builds. Both were painted with the Wicked paints and I used the Rustoleum 2X Gloss Clear.

[@bradleyjohnson2383]

Rust-oleum 2x