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Hi dakka.

So i have some FW weathering powder on its way to me. It's the first time i have ever used weathering powder.

I have read the FW PDF about how to use the powder, but i was wondering if anyone had any tips or tricks for me?

I will be using VGC's Glaze Medium, opposed to White Spirit stated in the PDF - That isn't a problem is it?

Also, they say they seal it with Matt Varnish. If i brushed it on, would it disturb the powder? I have a can of GW Purity seal, would that be a better alternative?

Thanks alot for helping a noob

Zambro

Glaze medium WILL NOT WORK. It's too viscous and evaporates far too slowly.

Brushing on varnish WILL DISTURB THE POWDER. See above.

Purity seal is godawful, don't use it anyway.

Sorry, but to effectively use dry pigments you will be wanting an airbrush for varnishing / sealing before application, and after application. A spraygun / propellant can setup will not do; you need to be able to work with low flow of paint/varnish and low pressure to avoid blasting off or washing away the powder.

For streaking a satin or gloss works best before applying pigment.

The setting agent needs to be very high flow, and very fast evaporation (Tamiya thinner works extremely well). Usually, you won't really need it - if you're applying over a satin or matt finish the powder will stick pretty well.

I would STRONGLY suggest reading up on some AFV / military modelling sites forums and magazines for hints and tips. Everything in Model Masterclass (not to diss them, they're fine collections of articles) is covered in more depth and more clarity elsewhere. But you do really need to read around and make sure you have the right kit.

Edit: If you're just using the pigment to dust up boots etc, apply after your main varnish (you can use Purity Seal as normal, subject to it being unreliable crap that frosts with alarming regularity). For surfaces that may be handled / touched (including by your carry case) you'll want to seal it on with a very light coat of varnish over the top.

Ah ok, thanks for the advise