How to apply PlastiDip - Cosplay Tutorial

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A question I get a lot is how to properly apply PlastiDip to EVA foam without getting nasty textures and bubbles. So I thought it would be a good idea to make a little video about it! Hope it's helpful! :)
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[@Schrei205]

I finally understand what I did wrong the last time I used Plastidip! Haha! So many people don't bother showing you the mistakes! Thank you :)

[@replicant357]

Is this a kids channel ?!? I’m so confused. Am I turned on? Is that illegal ? The can scares me…but one should always try to overcome fears of the opportunity presents itself through our life . Namaste 🙏🏻 y’all

[@grimsladeleviathan3958]

Learning from mistakes is an essential step, so showing your mistakes so others can see what correct looks like and what wrong looks like help everyone a lot! After that, we can find the range in between and strive to perfect our work. Really smart move!

[@brianholbrook8041]

even if i werent into cosplay, i would still watch these because that corgi is so darned cute!!!

[@sailor_gaia]

I didn't know about warming the can and pretty much suck at spray painting in general (I have no patience) so I ended up with the texture you got when you sprayed too closely the first time I used PlastiDip. That being said, after watching some videos of people who use it on cars, I was able to save my project by using Paint Thinner to remove the PlastiDip in the areas where I had messed up the texture and saved my project. I definitely think that is worth mentioning! (Thank you for your commitment to educating us all on your techniques! It is so appreciated!)

[@KamuiCosplay]

Good tip!

[@madnessbydesign1415]

Did the paint thinner eat at the foam at all?

[@rjlindner757]

Watch The entire process in first person by the people over at dip your car on youtube. Also your first coat should only be about 50% coverage then for the next wet coats you want a 50% over lap on each spray. Now I would assume spraying anything besides metals and plastics may be a bit different but Idk havent tried it.

[@JareddarArt]

Warming the can causes expansion in the gas propellant ensuring good spray pressure and consistent pressure. However she failed to key each layer before painting which could result in peeling. I was a paint sprayer for 8 years including plastic coatings.

[@AlwayzAnonymous]

Rb What does it mean to “key each layer before painting,” if you don’t mind me asking?

[@360Effects]

WHAT!! I live in the UK and sealprime looks amazing and is like 2/3rds the price of plastidip here! Thank you sooo much!

[@labworks8201]

360Effects even cheaper if you go for the brush on seal prime. the cans get expensive for big armors

[@akaikiseki9346]

Is it flexible tho ? I migh consider it if it is !

[@jack1701e]

I'm glad I saw this four year old comment! I found this product on Polyprops too, might be better than Plastidip! Did you end up using it? Was it a food product tonuse with EVA foam?

[@360Effects]

@@jack1701e I did! From memory it isn't as thick as plastidip (so may need more coats) but worked great!

[@Tenyagi]

This was so useful!! I am definitely going to be applying this new knowledge in my first armor cosplay! The more I watch your videos the more I feel confident in the craft!! Thank you so much!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Just start! Watching videos is one thing. Actually getting your hands dirty another.

[@PKTEK]

I remember seeing this method either in your books or on Instagram and I have never done it any other way. Thank you! My channel wouldn't be where it is without your knowledge

[@konafraubow4044]

You saved my first armor project, thank you!!

[@sewnaowa]

Your tutorials are always helpful but this may be the best one ever. It's definitely my favorite.

[@rogue_arcana9171]

Just finished working with EVA foam for the first time and I'm gonna use plastidip to prime it. Perfect timeing!!💜💜

[@lunavre1771]

I now know to heat seal before hand! I've bought all your books and will continue to always live and support Kamui cosplay!! ❤

[@KamuiCosplay]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@Frost_NYC]

Thanks for the video, I'm doing my 1st cosplay as Spawn in November for AWA. This was very informative and easy to follow.

[@purpledawn2727]

I bought my very first can of plasti dip today, so the timing couldn't have been better:)

[@beckymurphy4714]

I was in Walmart today and talked myself out of buying a can; I don't need it right now. When I get around to making my armor for next year's costume contest I'll pick up a couple cans. But I'm glad I watched this - I didn't know you needed to put it in warm water first.

[@purpledawn2727]

Becky Murphy I didn't know that you have to heat seal before applying. Alot of good tips.

[@thesentient94]

As always, your videos, tutorials and books are a blessing. I live in a place where plastidip just isn't a thing, and i'm trying other brands.

[@megfreebern]

I searched for this video after my first attempt, and basically, I did ALL the mistakes. Thanks for being so clear. I'm glad I had the good sense to use scrap material for my test run.

[@irene9789]

Thank you thank you!! Your tutorials are always so helpful, and your cosplays inspire me to work hard! I hope your having a good day!

[@2A4A]

Your video was really great ! I particularly enjoyed the little animation to show the 20cm hahaha. It's not too long so it's easy to go back to just before priming your props. Thank you so much !!

[@Ebby_MoonBunny]

I was about to plastidip my first ever pair of gauntlets but then decided to rewatch this. Thank God i did, I forgot about heating the can 😭💕 you're the best!

[@PHDPool]

Had no clue you were German. Awesome video with perfect editing, beautiful lighting, and useful information! Good work and thank you!!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Thanks! :)

[@candygirl77777]

Awesome! My favorite cosplayer forever because you’re so talented and helpful!

[@Jecksy]

The first time I used plastidip ( the brazilian equivalent) I didn't warm up the can, and it disintegrated part of my chest armor where the seams were. It was super scary, but your video made me brave enough to try it again the right way! Thank you for sharing AAAAAAAALLLLL THE KNOWLEDDGEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@LuisPolasek]

Hi Jecksy, what's the Brazilian equivalent of plastidip ? Thnx :)

[@GioAugust]

there is plastidip in Brazil. But there's a ColorGin one, RadColor's Dip Wheel or Mundial Prime.

[@superanimacoes1708]

@@GioAugust out of those, which one do you think would be as good as Plasti Dip?

[@GioAugust]

@@superanimacoes1708 definitivamente o Dip Wheel. Mas todos são muito tóxicos. Use com cuidado.

[@superanimacoes1708]

@@GioAugust ahhh, okay, muito obrigado

[@PikaChika]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I am happy now I found out how to properly use it.

[@enmanuelguzman3654]

One day, no today, no tomorrow, but one day am gonna buy each one of your books not just for the big amount of knowledge that i will learning also for support you... Keep like that!!! 👍😆😆

[@KamuiCosplay]

Aww thanks!

[@FlareSaber]

Enmanuel Guzmán sane here :)

[@MaltandMake]

Thanks for including Seal Prime, I always hear about PlastiDip but it's great to hear there's an alternative for those of us in the UK!

[@leviathanprime1]

When it comes to applying the 3-4 coats, do you let it sit the full 24 hours between coats or just until it appears dry? Wondering if the 3-4 coats should take 3-4 days or just a few hours.

[@alexskelly6847]

I am 4 years late to this reply (but so hope I can help someone else with the answer) but on the bottle it says to wait min. 30 minutes between coats and 4 hours minimum so that it’s fully dry

[@sambarker4583]

It was helpful for me! My convention is in 4 days!😂

[@AllureCosplay]

Pleasure supporting you ive learned so much already

[@fengari7638]

I wish this video was here when i first started making my Fire Emblem armor when I went to Colossalcon this year. But now at least i learned from experience. Thanks for the video

[@AzzyAzrael]

This was absolutely informative, thank you so much kamui!

[@junythepooh]

I just needed this! Thank u! Great timing

[@dollmakershazbot900]

Very, very helpful !! Thanks for this one !

[@admiralcanthackett]

You're adorable and I love you. Also, thank you so much for the foam armor book, it has been a life saver.

[@maskedfoxx7173]

Woah, I didn't realize things could go so downhill if you don't prime properly. Thanks, Kamui! :D

[@Anarial85]

Awesome video! Fun fact, I had trouble with caulking some of my bonded areas of my wonder woman golden eagle armor project. Desperate to cover the bumps, I used plasti dip since flexbond doesn't coat over the caulk. The reason I didn't want to use plasti dip is because I was using Bennie's tutorial for the metal look which is better achieved using flexbond. But I found that the flexbond does adhere to the plastic dip! So crisis averted? I can now complete the look as intended. Yay experimenting while stuck at home 👍

[@juliafields9701]

I really needed this right now. THANK YOU!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Glad to help!

[@LetTheFoxMid]

Ich möchte mich einfach mal für die ganzen Tutorials bedanken :3 Sowohl die KZbin Videos, als auch die Bücher haben mir einfach schon so viel geholfen :D Ich finde die Art wie du Sachen erklärst sehr angenehm und hoffe, dass du noch viele weitere Videos und Bücher veröffentlichst :3

[@KamuiCosplay]

Danke für das Feedback! :)

[@onemancinema4642]

I just want to say thank you for your enthusiasm and expertise. You really inspire and assist in so many tutorials. I very much appreciate you.

[@mochilled1763]

Thank you so much for this! I actually just got my EVA Foam and plastidip today for a cosplay, so this was super helpful!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Glad if it helps!

[@mochilled1763]

KamuiCosplay it was very helpful! I got a lot of feedback on the costume, the armor especially (: Thank you!

[@Musicyeet]

I needed this video about a month ago :") but thank you now I'll be able to use it a lot better for my future Cosplay for next year ^-^ you earned a new Sub

[@nicoledominguez5475]

Enjoying all these tutorials!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Thanks! :)

[@aeongverse1387]

Ahh its nice to know a uk alternative to plastidip, it’ll come in handy

[@Stuttsis]

Thanks to this, I know now what kind of mistakes I did. I tried to cover the whole surface when I sprayed ALL of my layers. Because I got the impression that it would look uneven if I didn´t cover everything at once. I should have sprayed in thin layers! Thank you Kamui! I hope I can now get more confidence and try out plastidip more for my further cosplay projects. Because it costs a lot, but woah... it would save so much time.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Make sure to practice a bit before though ;)

[@HaulywoodReviews]

Thank you for the tip about placing the in the warm water. That solved my problem.

[@matthewnations501]

Good info. Your pupper is adorable.

[@4ka31_amuhakbarsyawalh5]

This so amazing.... i learned a lot from kamui cosplay!!!!! Thank you very much

[@GabeTubeChannelOne]

THANK YOU for mentioning safety use of the product! Almost nobody on KZbin that is using the product bothers to mention it. The first time I used plasti dip the fumes burned the hairs out of my nose. I know better now. Safety first!

[@mitsuki_yukino]

Thank so much for the video!! I bought another brand because I couldn't find Plasti Dip, but I had that texture and I assumed that the product wasn't the same of Plasti Dip. I will give it another chance with your advices ❤❤❤

[@pandajane9697]

I really enjoy your videos!!..always something to try out!!..thank you!

[@TheSnackOfPacks]

Awesome video!. I'm beginning to make a monster hunter world bone armor from all your tips and tricks. Keep up the amazing projects!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Good luck!

[@helloworld833]

Thank you for making this video it's exactly what I needed!

[@michaelinterbartolo3]

great tips, I never knew about the hot water dip for the can before using.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Now you know ;)

[@clutterartca]

XD Thank you for the video! I had this problem a couple of days ago and finally figure out what I was doing wrong. After doing some research. But thank you again for this video. I always love and appreciate your hard work and video. Oh and Benny airbrushing. XD

[@lineya4497]

Such an awesome video as always! Thank you very much :D Now I know why some things happened

[@sergionieto378]

Hii! I Just wanted to thank you kamui cosplay, I made a d.va gun with your tutorial and thanks to you my cosplay turned out amazing!! Thank you for being awesome! !

[@KamuiCosplay]

Glad to help! ❤️

[@chaotic3124]

ahhh, thank you! I didn't know there was a UK alternative to plasti dip! i might get the brush-on stuff, since i only need it for priming some big claws

[@Peeplii]

Oh hell yeah, I was literally looking for this kind of video last night so this is a life saver 😭

[@KamuiCosplay]

Glad to help!

[@gustonzimasheen]

I can't get enough of these tutorials. Now all you need is a lighter and a can of PlastiDip to make a flamethrower Cosplay prop. Svetlana-"Now Let's burn all the MONEY!!!!"(from the "Where to shop in the L.A. Fashion District" video)

[@alexwildchildbeck]

richtig gut. hab gestern erfahren welche farben man nutzt und nun gibt es ein tutoial c:

[@poofychan7087]

Following this right now for my Thanos armor. This is the best!

[@patcollins425]

Great info! Thank you. Warming the can was completely new to me!

[@leok_64]

Diese kleine Eigenkonstruktion zum Sprayen ist sehr nützlich, wäre super nett wenn du genauer erklären würdest wie du es gebaut hast. Würde mir auch gerne so etwa bauen :D. Das Video war auch wieder sehr hilfreich, vielen Dank für den ganzen wunderbaren content kamui, mach weiter so.

[@chrisestrada6513]

YAY! new person. I love all paint tutorials.✌🏽 Any advice on how to prevent(as much as possible) chipping?

[@rfyghfghvb]

Thanks! It helped me a lot 👍

[@truck6859]

Wonderful lesson, thank you. I'm trying to cover a thin wire ring (like a cheap hooped earring) with a thin layer of rubber so it doesn't tear the sheer material that has to hold onto it.

[@benjaminbrand3714]

Okay but that spray booth is genius!

[@uncle8sick]

Thnx really informative!!!

[@abaddon-1172]

OMG the accent is so cute!! love it. it made it more entertaining to watch. thank youfor the tutorial!!!! :D

[@jimmygilis925]

Nice vid as usual! I personnaly use the vinyl spray can by Montana, it's a lot cheaper, and until now it make the job :)!

[@BrotherHoodofTheDogxix]

Thank you ! helpful for sure

[@sierraruiz4534]

Thanks for making this!!! I've been having so much trouble with plastidip recently.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Hope it helps!

[@mr.nobody5669]

Love your tutorials 😁

[@KamuiCosplay]

Thanks!

[@flashmasteryoruichi]

I tried using plastidip on my last prop and gave up and used gesso instead because I was having too many problems with it. After watching this video, I can see where I went wrong :) I’m gonna try again!

[@stuardmodele]

Thanks for the tutorial.

[@Matelar]

Danke für die Tipps! War sehr hilfreich :)

[@Ragsna]

Gummidip. Gut, dass ich da fixer rankomme. Danke! :D

[@aqifadriana3776]

Very good review knowledge

[@KimkoYT]

Thanks!This will help me

[@CloudlessWinter]

Great vid! About how long do you wait until you spray the next coat? The can says 30 minutes, but I was wondering if you wait that long?

[@og9520]

Und Glückwunsch zu den 200.000 Abonnenten!!!

[@KamuiCosplay]

Danke :)

[@MidnightSlasher]

Loved the video , very informative as always! Might i suggest a future video or book? Could you go into detail on how spray painting foam/worbla with a gloss, mate, chrome, flat paints? Ive got the hang of making things and already have a few props that need painting but im just not that confident in painting them by hand and spray painting. Thank you again for all your advice and books.

[@sersasmr]

Thankfully it doesn't really matter if i mess up or not for the current build I'm working on. Paint and other sprays will go on top so it serves for a better effect if the plastidip becomes very textured

[@vijcosplay]

Hello Kammui! Can you tell us more about the paint closet? In particular, what filters do you use? How often do you change filters? What exhaust fan do you use? What is his strength? If it is not a secret, of course:) Thank you very much for your videos and books!

[@wifuu4941]

Does leaving the can in a warm shed in the summer in the Deep South heat count as warming the can? Also I built a temp spray booth w cardboard boxes and contractor bags. I totally recommend doing

[@jeanfrancoispoke1362]

I LOVE YOU it was exactly what I was looking for

[@stanllystaber]

I would watch you do anything, I'm in love!

[@justiceblackwolf369]

cute puppy 💞

[@mikepalmer2219]

Thank you for showing mistakes. That is very helpful to give an example like that.

[@JasonWolf]

How to make the eva foam shine with the plastidip? I mean, apply first plasticdip then the gloss for plastic dip and then the color or plasti dip more color more gloss?

[@oreo6584]

Könnt ihr mal ein Cosplay für Benny machen, damit man auch mal ein männliches Modell hat? Würde mich interessierenn, ob es da irgendwelchwe Unterschiede gibt, auf die man achten muss.

[@KamuiCosplay]

Ich richte es ihm aus! x)

[@Anomen77]

Fast tip: If you completely fuck up when applying plasti dip (like I did on my first time), don't worry! Just sand it away with some thin sand paper and start again.

[@Guardian_I]

You deserve 1.000.000 subs

[@KamuiCosplay]

I'm super happy with the 200k I have!

[@Guardian_I]

KamuiCosplay awww

[@skrvtn3462]

Hello and thank you for your awesome channel! Would it be possible to see how you made the painting chamber? Specifically what radial fan setup you are using? That would be super helpful.

[@enzowelvaert4595]

I prefer the flexipaint. I love that product And no nasty fumes :D

[@KamuiCosplay]

It's great yeah

[@allanfaust1011]

Do you use the plastic dip after you filled in seams with cosplay foam or some other filler? Or do you fill rams holes etc before the plasti dip? What do you use to fill? Cosplay foam? Quik seal?

[@saphirone8030]

Hello kamui ! I got a quick inquiry regarding Plastidip, when you have to prime a large amount of foam, let's say for a heavy armor type, how much can of plastidip do you use when applying those 3 layers ? Thanks !

[@rodpanhard]

If you want to get rid of the texture just spray with car brake cleaner when the plastic coating has just dried, this acts as a leveller and will flatten out any orange peel and make the coated surface level and then will just evaporate off.

[@radishdalek]

Have you tried using these three products on 3d printed parts for smoothing layer lines?

[@juliadavis945]

This is AMAZING! Maybe for your next video do the moldable craft foam???!! I seen it on your instagram and ive never heard of it!!!! Your videos are so helpful

[@KamuiCosplay]

Good idea!

[@hambeef9835]

When you already know how to apply plastidip bcus i bought all of your books hehe c:< And keep up the good work with the nergigante armour! I am so hyped to see the final result

[@KamuiCosplay]

Hehe

[@briannareynolds4591]

If you need to shape the foam should you shape it before or after spraying it with plastic dip?

[@shadowe6064]

Hello, what would be a good flexible top coat for eva foam? I painted my eva foam but for some reason even when dry it sticks to itself. So im hoping a top coat may help it not stick to everything

[@hotrodprepper656]

I am just recently learning how to make EVA foam weapons, just curious if using Flex bond is as good as Plastidip. Thanks for all your informative videos ... they are a great help.