Hi all. I am constructing the scenery for my layout using the cardboard-lattice technique, covering the topology with modrock and plaster as needed. The baseboards/trackbase are Sundeala, sealed with grey primer.
What sort of paint should I be using as a foundation for the scenery colour? There are so many alternatives. As far as I can tell, there are acrylics, various water-based paints, made-up- powder paints, spray-on enamels, household emulsions and so on. I want something that is easy to work with, preferably water based and which require no hydrocarbon solvents or thinners, provides good coverage and is non-toxic. This is the colour to provide a foundation upon which will be scattered flock, vegetation, rock-castings and so on.
What sort of paint should I use? And where can I get it?
Finally: I have seen some specialised spray paints available in DIY shops - these replicate 'sand' and other effects - these any good for modelling?
Mike
What sort of paint should I be using as a foundation for the scenery colour? There are so many alternatives. As far as I can tell, there are acrylics, various water-based paints, made-up- powder paints, spray-on enamels, household emulsions and so on. I want something that is easy to work with, preferably water based and which require no hydrocarbon solvents or thinners, provides good coverage and is non-toxic. This is the colour to provide a foundation upon which will be scattered flock, vegetation, rock-castings and so on.
What sort of paint should I use? And where can I get it?
Finally: I have seen some specialised spray paints available in DIY shops - these replicate 'sand' and other effects - these any good for modelling?
Mike