Undercoating 1/72nd plastic figures part 2

How to undercoat your 1/72nd plastic figures before painting.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXX Happy New Year to you guys.....sorry I have been out of touch. I have started a new business and have been really busy...I promise to get some new videos going during my next holiday. The theme will be decorating the base, my tips on painting and protecting your paint work. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Jan 2018

[@richardcrawford2752]

I use a wide array of 1:72 figures from a variety of manufacturers; any chance you could post a list of which figures to use the PVA mixture on and which to simply under coat with primer? Thanks!

[@bruceschmidt3404]

i have used a number of types of undercoating techniques including the PVA/White Primer technique.. Recently, for simplicity I started a new technique which seems to work. After washing and cleaning, I paint on Vallejo Matt Varnish #520, after that dries the figures are no longer 'shiny', then after completely dry, I paint on Vallejo Primer (either black, white or gray depending on the base uniform color), after that dries, I paint on one more coat of the Primer, being careful NOT to use to much Primer to obliterate the detail.. I wait at least 12 hour, some suggest 24 hours, to let the Primer dry. Then they are are ready to paint. So far, no chipping or flaking. Let me know if you or anyone has an opinion on this technique. Thank you.

[@gordonenquist36]

Came across your site and it brought back memories of painting those Airfix 1/72 figures. Frustrating that the paint jumped off I went onto 54mm figs. of sryrene plastic or lead castings. Also became interested in FLATS, mostly 30mm. One tip I would like to pass on regarding polythene plastic figures to help paint stick is to 'swish' them around in small container of sand, this acts as a fine abrasive, then wash in a strong detergent, let dry then undercoat or basecoat as desired. This won't stop paint from coming off if the figure is flexed but will defeat that 'teflon' feeling. Cheers Eh!

[@paintedsoldiers1535]

+Gordon Enquist Hi Gordon, thank you for the tip.

[@reganmdonovan]

Steve, thanks for the tutorials, keep up the good work friend

[@robjodon7277]

Thank you friend .... Your info helped Me much

[@johnwayneeverett6263]

Very Good Thank You ....Cherrio.

[@Jux925]

Happened to me as well with ceasar models. Primed them and they are sticky forever :D Now I am very careful and do a test primer for that plastic. I am wondering how long will it take till I see the reaction and it becomes sticky? 24h is enough I hope?

[@johnwayneeverett6263]

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[@johnwayneeverett6263]

how about static grass flocking tecs.....on what and what not to dos.........help...I just bought everything to do the job on static grass.....what now....please make on youre the one you have a good gift....

[@christophersmith5691]

I prefer to apply undercoats using an aerosol. So successful this that I tried to apply varnish to finished models in the same way. Alas I confused the can with a can of white and had oversprayed my own painting before mistake realised

[@jamesgrcevich6277]

Please do more videos

[@alwoodsmodellingmayhem]

Getting back into wargamming after a while and came across your channel. 185 subs after 2 vids, you know that people found them useful. I hope you will return and do more soon. Subbed. Al

[@georgerojas59]

Looking for new hobby since I am retired. This looks interesting!

[@hibabe5038]

I've been painting 54mm and larger figures for years , have stopped now ,health reason . Get a few figures and try it's relaxing and fun to finish and display your work . Good luck .

[@conradpratt1240]

Hey there, I'm wondering if there are any napoleonic 1/72 scale models that will receive spray as an undercoat. I have been attempting the airfix ones for a while now. Any help would be much appreciated, as I'm sure you have a large fountain of knowledge working with different sets Thanks Conrad

[@bruceschmidt3404]

I meant to add that I use this technique for 1/72 Hat, Italeri, Imex and Zveda figures.

[@paintedsoldiers1535]

[@johnmack85730]

Hi Steve. In this video, what type of Army figure are you using? I have the cheap ones that come like 100 to a bag, and I can find a primer or undercoat that will dry and adhere itself to that type of plastic. If you can help me, please lmk. Thanks

[@IceniTotalWar]

Late reply i know, but they look like ESCI/Italeri Waterloo 1/72nd British/Highlander Line Inf, going off of memory of figures i had in the mid/late 80's.

[@georgemartinez1720]

Could I pre mix and store it clear Plastic Jar

[@georgemartinez1720]

Could you use Modge Podge to seal them

[@georgemartinez1720]

Could you spray a Clear Matt Coat on them

[@Gollammeister]

There's a spray on acrylic primer but can't seem to find a spray on undercoat for plastic

[@frogsgottalent1106]

Just found your great channel. Where are you man !

[@PSYCHMOD1]

hi do you have any continuing videos thanks

[@georgemartinez1720]

What Brand of Primer is that

[@missmisiowa]

hi there. i tested your recipe of the pva glue/acrylic paint/water. it covers the 1/72 italeri figures nicely! i left to dry overnight and painted next day. the paint behaved oddly as if it was soaked into the undercoat. never mind. i given 3 coats and colors were great. then all the paint along with the undercoat peeled off. completely. did not adhere to the plastic at all. i previously had very good results undercoating with acrylic paint:water 1:3 and will stick to that. i wonder how your figures look now? ;-)

[@Ken_James_SV]

I give my minis a coat of ESP before painting the undercoat/base coat. Makes paint stick to anything! The best ones are 'ESP' by Penetrol or Owatrol, and comes in brush on and spray on. You apply it, wait 5 minutes then wipe it off. Wait 90 minutes then paint 👍 See here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKPGeIxugbqbaLs

[@timbuktu8069]

I use a wood stain for my base coat. It's thin enough to leave the details. I don't bother brushing it on. I simple dip the figure in and set it on a sheet of foil that's been crumpled and re-flattened. It takes a day or so to dry thoroughly, but anticipation is part of the fun.

[@david66641]

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[@paintedsoldiers1535]

Hi all, have had a break due to work commitments and an operation on my right arm. I will be back soon hopefully with some more tutorials. Thank you for your positive comments.

[@donkeymilkman8934]

Painted Soldiers I hope so these are great videos.