Scale Model Tips - Testing Vallejo Liquid Silver & Copper - This Is Great Metal Paint

[@Aeneas911]

Your videos are gold. They saved me a lot of money, aggravation and swearing. Thx for your contribution to the internet. 👍

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks for watching buddy

[@mrdynamite71]

Great channel, really informative. Glad I found it.😃

[@alexandrekan8589]

Thank you for showing in your video how AV Metal Varnish interacts with these colors. Other KZbinrs and some Mini Painting Bloggers argued against varnishing due to the potential loss of shine, but it appears that this particular varnish even adds to the metallic shine by further refracting the light on it. I've read in the blog 'A painting chaos' that this color range was originally conceived for decorative arts and restoration work, which would explain the predominance of gold colors. Titanium and Magnesium would probably better fit in their Metal Color or Pigments range.

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Very nice colors and seems to lay down very nice. Went to order the .5mm gun they are out of stock. They told me they should have them in 2 weeks. Can’t wait and will also pick up that compressor. Thanks for sharing Artie 😊

[@barbatosrex9473]

Artie, let me know when you get them 👍

[@arthurfricchione8119]

I definitely will thanks again 👍

[@itsalwaysfunnyinphiladelph8885]

Great video mate. The old gold and white gold are great from that range as well.

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

Wow, that copper is striking! Beautiful

[@Superstocker669]

I love your channel. It answered so many of my questions and more. Best regards from Germany 🙂🇩🇪👍

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks buddy from New England, USA 👍

[@danrussell3439]

Your videos are so interesting and informative. Thank you for sharing your talents and knowledge.

[@Jenan_Tahnik]

The Copper and the Old Gold are my two go-to metallic

[@okamichi_factory]

I have the vallejo liquid silver and old gold! I brush mine on! I didnt know there is a metal varnish, I should pick some up

[@GamingWolfGod]

Excellent video. I am curious how the metal varnish works with the liquid metal long term since it's waterbased and the paint can rust. Wonder if the gloss or satin resin varnish from Vallejo would work well.

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

Painted my rings with Vallejo Liquid Gold, it looks pretty nice, used 1-2 drops of alcohol to thin it, didn't realize it didn't require thinning but even after a day it feel a bit tacky if i try to wear them so i will do a coat of Vallejo Metal Varnish over it, hope it doesn't kill the reflection, in the vid the Metal Varnish one looks more like plastic car paint rather than metal.

[@bigchef2112]

Those are beautiful colors sprayed. I like them without clear. Very nice especially the copper. The colors are Alumite Black, Parkergun mettalic and Woodstock brown. My hobby shop carry’s them. They also carry some liquid metals, I’ll have to check. They also have the empty bottles for a buck. Those are excellent. I have silver but never thought about spraying. I bought it before I started airbrushing.

[@raymondallen7870]

That copper went on great

[@cwj138]

Bought the silver a long time ago but barely used it, wanted to see if I could use it as a primer for a new miniatures project and you answered the question, thank you.

[@mattterrell4304]

That copper is amazing

[@claudenewbolt2659]

AS ALWAY.....THIS GUY, BERBATOS REX AS SHOWING US THE COOL STUFF!

[@barbatosrex9473]

That's me, the cool guy 😎

[@chipblock2854]

I have a set of these and I do like the copper. The only issue I have is finding uses for them. I build mainly cars and trucks. I did paint the trim, bumpers, etc. on a 1957 with the copper. Looks great with a black car.

[@richardstiers9010]

question: The VLG line specifically say NOT to use water, being alcohol based, can cause rust. Can we thin the Metal Varnish with the standard Val. thinner? or should we use straight IPA? Doesn't seem to have affected your metallic shine.

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

Painted some sword handles with Liquid Gold, even after 3 days it's tacky and needs a varnish, did one with aqua gloss and it kinda killed the shine, will try their metal varnish on the other.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I will say their Metal Varnish is a great product for sure.

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

@@barbatosrex9473Happy to report Vallejo Metal Varnish worked great on Liquid Gold, removed the tackiness and kept the shine. I'm also experimenting with GSW Gold pigments and Metal Varnish, i've gotten mixed results, workes great in small quantities but larger quantities creates problem, if i add too much thinner it separates the pigment from the metal varnish, too much flow improver it runs down too much on the model, etc.

[@James-Railyard]

What is the link for the glass jars? I just got the brush and figure to upgrade to glass jars right away.

[@warc8us]

How are they when brushed on? My absolute favorite metallic paints to brush on are the Testor's enamels, although in the hobby modeling world that brand has definitely seen some better days opinion-wise! I just need to be sure to clear coat those parts well before any weathering as something like Tamiya's panel line pin wash will take that stuff right off!

[@barbatosrex9473]

I'll test brushing it tomorrow and post it in the community section

[@tekniker_miss_pixie]

This stuff ist alcohol based, and i really liked it with the brush. You need a synthetic brush tho, Isopropanol as thinner and never ever let water touch it, or it will Rust ;D. When it is completely dry and cured you can use any other product on top. But i was always afraid to put it into my Airbrush. For brush i did Switch to AK true metals (wax based). I think "buypainted" uses the vallejo metals in his Tutorials a lot.

[@reyshielharding3987]

Thank you for asking about using them with a brush!.......

[@richardstiers9010]

I know this is from awhile back, but, I have been using these recently. I ran into a very strange issue, 2 Bottles of the Green Gold, simply would not spray. 2 seconds into it and....nothing. Like instant tip dry. Vallejo thinner will not work at all. I suspect water based, for their usual paints. This one, even thinned with regular grade alcohol would not work. I used some 99% alcohol and thinned at least 25% ....or more. And finally got it to go through the brush. I suspect old stock may affect this product. I wish that you would do a complete review on these. Full range. Cheers and thanks!

[@duhhhh1723]

Your demonstrations are brilliant .I noticed the 99cent metallic acrylics at Walmart went clearance .Their mostly sold out .They seem to have re packaged them at a higher price .I would like to see You paint on plastic party cups for a larger surface . Thanks for taking the time to share Your experiments .

[@JHartModelworks]

Another great video

[@jodinicholas890]

I just rewatched and heard you say reacts to water by rusting. Can it be glossed over with resin to protect it? Jewelry gets wet.

[@richardstiers9010]

I missed your earlier product feature Harbor Freight 7pc quick change kit. Caught this part 2 with glass jars. Any link?

[@pawpawstew]

The silver looks like a good all-purpose silver. I wonder if they'll convert their Metal Color range to an alcohol based paint. I've got their Metal Color paints and a few of the colors have congealed.

[@joeybagodonuts1008]

the liquid copper looks amazing, great video. dehydrator is not cool enough for the magic box, you should rename it the transmogrifier

[@jodinicholas890]

I really like this paint for my metal and clay jewelry hardware, but I don't want an airbrush. Is there any way I can paint it on with a brush?

[@RimsModels]

another great video my friend really helpful keep them coming stay safe

[@iandocena4208]

Been looking for a pre-thinned solution for metallics so this is perfect. I’ve been using the spray cans you recommend lately for my metal finishes

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Great video!!! 👍👍👍

[@markgnepper5636]

Great stuff friend 👏 👍

[@chamoo232]

I'm waiting for my shipment of paint to arrive. It's been stuck in the mail for over a week. I have some Alclad chrome in there after seeing one of your video. Now I feel like I need to pass another order because that copper is amazing. My favourite retailer here in Canada has it for 10.89$CAN so that brings it to about 8.50$US per bottle.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I've had my last few shipments stuck in the mail too, it's aggravating for sure. The Vallejo Liquid sells for around $6 but I've never found it at that price. I bought mine wholesale, maybe I should start selling this stuff as I have access to it

[@chamoo232]

@@barbatosrex9473 It took me a lot of searching to find a website that sells hobby paint in Canada. It's dry as hell here. Amazon.ca has virtually nothing. Even something as basic as Testors enamel is only sold in kits on Amazon. The website I found has Vallejo, Tamiya, AK, Alclad, Testors, Revell and a bunch of other brands I never heard of. I don't mind the slightly higher price than normal since shipping is free on 60$ orders. Pretty easy to reach 60$ when you pick a couple colours and primer. Short by 4$? bah just add an airbrush cleaner bottle in there. lol

[@chamoo232]

@@barbatosrex9473 Oh and that Dark Iron 214 you were missing. My website just casually has 29 bottles in stock. lol www.sunwardhobbies.ca/mr-metal-color-dark-iron-mc214/ But none of the miniature gun colours.

[@Don-Coyote-De-Transylvania]

Sir, i have a metalic lamp i want to paint in that cooper. can i just use it on metal without painting first with another paint? It need another protection after dry?

[@zombiecreations1447]

Where is the link for the glass bottles? I thought you said you would link them. Thanks

[@barbatosrex9473]

get them here spraygunner.com/gsi-creos-mr-hobby-mr-spare-bottle-18ml/

[@matthewblackwood4704]

So, what is the very best chrome and best gold. For brushing and then for airbrush?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I've yet to find one that brushes on well but my guess would be Molotow for brushing as it's normal way of being applied is a marker. For airbrushing I like the Alclad which comes in Chrome or Black Chrome giving you a choice.

[@lesgl]

Wow..i am surprised with them..i bought some ages ago but never thought of airbrushing them..theres very little info by Vallejo on the use of those paints

[@barbatosrex9473]

Almost no info for sure. It's why I tried them on all types of primer or none at all.

[@johngrubb1590]

Great video just love that liquid copper.👍😁

[@barbatosrex9473]

That's an awesome color 👍

[@68Jaguar420G]

I have a standing seam copper roof to do one one of my HO buildings and this copper paint might well be a better option than the copper foil I bought for the purpose. You stated you are using a .3mm needle but what pressure are you using to spray these? From your previous videos it seems Vallejo like much higher pressures "across the board" than most other model paints. Great video again as I try to keep up to your new releases and catch up on your older ones having only recently found your channel. Thanks for the continuing great tutorials.

[@barbatosrex9473]

These are the only paints in the Vallejo lineup that aren't acrylic. So they're completely different. They come pre thinned, thinner than any paint they make. So with this paint I would go with 15 to 18 psi.

[@terry-aprillitts8718]

I just ordered the chrome because I'm building a rc bi plane how should I prep it's balsa wood

[@barbatosrex9473]

I don't work with wood but I used to build balsa kits when I was young. I recall there being a sealer I would paint over the balsa, it was a shiny clear coat. If you seal it with that then sand it. Once sanded you should be able to prime it. From there you can put down the Gloss black needed for the chrome

[@terry-aprillitts8718]

@@barbatosrex9473 ok thank you love your show

[@JacobSmith-yh7yo]

Hi! I ruined a very expensive piece of resin costume jewelry, I’m thinking of using this to paint over the damaged area, do you think think this would go on nicely on resin? Although your video is amazing and very educational, would you say the silver is glittery? Or more pearly? I know it sounds super weird but your eye sees things I can’t through a screen. Thanks so much in advance.

[@barbatosrex9473]

This will lay down fine over any primer. It's looks Ike plated silver, no real flakes or pearly look, just a smooth silver

[@JacobSmith-yh7yo]

@@barbatosrex9473 wow that was fast, thank you so much! You lifted a huge weight of my shoulders.

[@haroldwallacejr5771]

The ones with the metal varnish you could count the lights in the shots without the varnish the lights were just blurry objects. It really made a difference. Where did you find those?

[@barbatosrex9473]

The Vallejo Metal Varnish is great, get it here amzn.to/2YGLYIh

[@LawrenceValverde]

@@barbatosrex9473 how to you feel about Vallejo metal vanish vs Aqua Gloss?

[@timsears7541]

Can you tell me where to get air hose/compressor/air brush adapters? I just brought that Harbor Freight airbrush and i have a cheap paasche air brush but can only use canned air.I also have an Iwata eclipse with hose attached to my compressor.

[@barbatosrex9473]

you can get an adapter for the hose that comes with it to fit the compressor on Amazon

[@johnblack9885]

I’d really like to see the results of the liquid gold

[@craigkniffin4948]

The copper with the metal varnish looks as if it is a copper spoon...very smooth finish...would you try buffing the copper tone and see what that does to the overall look?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Sure, I'll test that tomorrow. I lightly buffed it with a cotton rag when I took it out of the dehydrator. It's awesome paint

[@craigkniffin4948]

@@barbatosrex9473 yeah it looks high quality im going to get some and try it in my airbrush

[@tftf60]

I love your euphoria. How many paints do you own right now? Do you use some system or app to have an overview?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I have 100's at this point. I'll post a Pic. I use Hobby Color Converter app. It let's you keep an inventory of your paints. It's just missing some brands I like to use

[@bigchef2112]

Where are you getting your model masters from?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I have several small hobby shops in my area that still have racks of them. Every time I visit I'm taking some home with me as I kkow that will be the last of them. I grabbed a bunch at Hobby Lobby when they discontinued them a month ago for $1 a jar. I gave my subscripers a heads up about them here on my community page

[@Somnifuge]

Hopefully you include the information for the Canadian distributor when you do your video on the modo paints, in case those of us of the northern persuasion want to pick some up too

[@barbatosrex9473]

Panda Hobby has them in Canada

[@richardstiers9010]

I plan to use this paint, a couple of questions. 1. You made mention of having tested the other colors, did you make a video of this? searched in vain. 2. Tamiya gloss as a base OK? Thanks love your stuff.

[@barbatosrex9473]

No video of the other colors. Tamiya gloss black for a base is what I use most of the time

[@martinslovak6094]

the colors look very well....are they durable though (without + with the metal varnish)?

[@barbatosrex9473]

They are durable without varnish if you sprayed it over primer, I found it to stick better

[@LawrenceValverde]

@@barbatosrex9473 I bought these recently after watching this video and over bare plastic they come right off... Like lay down some Tamiya making tape and whenever there was tape you will no longer have paint. They do go on beautifully, but I think printer is a must, and even there maybe need a grippier primer than ALC gloss black (which is what I used and still a chip here and there came off)

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

Someone said that paints with metal flakes in them can damage the airbrush over time, is this true?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Not true. As far as hobby paints go. Any brand the you have seen me spray through an airbrush, and there's been a ton of them I've sprayed, are made especially for airbrushing only. Don't worry my friend, spray away

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

Barbatos Rex That’s good to hear, thanks, ordered some Vallejo Liquid Gold and Vallejo Mecha Varnish to see if it is scratch resistant.

[@tonyrx93]

Can you show us a side by side with the Alclad Copper spoon?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Sure, I'll out up a picture in the community section on my channel tomorrow

[@ramza813]

How do you clean your airbrush after spraying the vallejo liquid metal?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I have several airbrush cleaners but with the metal colors by Vallejo you need to use rubbing alcohol

[@ramza813]

@@barbatosrex9473 awesome I will tell him. Thanks again man I always appreciate you reply back to me

[@jamesmhebert]

Rex - do paints with metal flakes/particles need to be sealed in any way to protect them from rust? Is humidity capable of messing up a metallic painted model? PS that glossed copper is AMAZING.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Most of the time you don't need a sealer for metallics. I have model cars that have been painted metallic for 30 years and they look like the day I painted them. But you can never go wrong clear coat. The 3 basics are Gloss, Semi Gloss and Matt. It's always better for handling too

[@Starganderfish]

That copper is lovely. However, I'm struggling to find a really "polished copper" look. Both Alclad and this both produce more of a brushed copper effect. Just need to work out the best mix of inks or transparent's to spray over Alclad or maybe Molotow Chrome to get that super-polished copper look...Some mix of yellow, red and orange is needed I think. Have you looked at Dupli Color paints? They're an automotive line but they have some great metallic colours. Their Red and Blue colours are used by many when creating realistic Captain America shields and the Red and Gold are top picks for Iron Man armour. They have a Copper Plate kit which looks like it produces a really nice polished copper look when sprayed over chrome or polished metal. Wondering how it would look over Alclad Chrome or maybe Molotow chrome to give that glossy polished look.

[@chevelle4x4]

cant wait to see your reaction to modo. your gonna love certain ones for sure. always look forward to more tests! bc i dont have to do it myself lol jk but seriously...

[@anthonyflynn2662]

@chevlle4x4 do you have a link to the modo paint ?

[@rick74304]

Rex, does your testors model master source have any of the metalizer colors left? Have a kit to finish that NEEDS it

[@barbatosrex9473]

text me at 4012612142 and let me know its you

[@กูไง-อ4ภ]

How to open it it stuck

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

Do you have videos of your models?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I haven't built one on camera. I have tried but I have a hard time with it as I take my time when I build and I wear mag glasses so I have trouble with my camera as it is now. I hope to get batter at it on camera at some point. Many of my builds where done for others who can't build including my brother, who builds actual classic cars. I'll try to put some of my builds on video soon

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

@@barbatosrex9473 as always thank you for the work you do, it helps the builders out there save a lot of time. Are you planning and review G Paint?

[@barbatosrex9473]

@@MJRLHobbyStuffmy hope is to test every paint out there eventually 👍

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

@@barbatosrex9473 daaang epic!

[@ericcxxxx]

where the glass link??

[@user-lynKx]

I think they're the Mr. Spare bottle from Mr. Hobby I think they're the 18ml ones but idk

[@slowioczek]

I am wondering if you ever tried this colors mrpaint.sk/ . But I am not sure if you can get it in your local shops or e-shops. In my opinion this color make the best smooth surfrace. And their mettalic paints are fantastic too.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I have about 50 bottles of MRP , a review is coming soon

[@NarsilsBane]

While I like the color, I will never buy these paints again. I cleaned my airbrush immediately after using and that paint just stuck to every post of my Badger Patriot Xtreme 105. I had to soak all the pieces in airbrush cleaner overnight before I could get the crud out of the cup or the needle passage way.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I'm not a fan of Acrylics. Solvent based paints are way easier to work with. I test acrylics because many of my viewers use only them. But I don't mind the smells of solvents so I will always prefer them.

[@NarsilsBane]

@@barbatosrex9473 after thoroughly reading the label, it said to dilute & clean with alcohol. I soaked my airbrush in 70% Iso and it cleaned up much easier.

[@richardstiers9010]

thin varnish......5 TO 10 DROPS.....of what? you earlier said NOT to use water.

[@thylange]

A single drop of water will instantly destroy the paint, as well as anything that contains water.

[@tomdelaney19464]

Well I now know what I'm spending my Bidenbucks on......very good review

[@barbatosrex9473]

It really is great paint