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Hey guys, I use a matte spray called Figure Flat http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXXA25&P=FR

It's winter and I don't have a good place to spray inside without bothering people with the smell. (Not to mention a lack of proper ventilation.)

I know I can't use the spray if it's too humid, but I'm not sure about how much temperature matters. It's quite dry out, but I was wondering if anyone knew if the cold should stop me from using it?

I can always just do a test model but figured I'd see if anyone else used it/something similar and could save me the trouble.

If no one's got an answer I'll do a test and share the results.

Danke Dakka.

I sprayed some metal plauge bearers in the cold last winter, and I found that it was very flaky and could not withstand simple drybrushing

Thanks Greasy. Was that using Figure Flat or another brand?

the back of the can should have a part telling you what temp range you can spray in.

Cyporiean wrote:the back of the can should have a part telling you what temp range you can spray in.

Yeah... all they had was don't store it too hot or cold and don't spray when it's too humid. *shrug*

Here is the secret. Store both the can and the mini inside. Shake the can. Go outside, spray and immediately bring both back inside. Shouldn't have any problems that way.

So I finally got around to testing. Absolutely no problem with spraying and letting the figures dry in the cold. They look fine and are well protected.

Todosi wrote:Here is the secret. Store both the can and the mini inside. Shake the can. Go outside, spray and immediately bring both back inside. Shouldn't have any problems that way.

^^ What he said. Although the outside air temperature does play a factor, it's more important that the surface you are spraying and the can of spray paint itself are at room temperature. Conduct your business relatively quickly, and you shouldn't have any problems.