ep253 - modelmaking fundamentals: paint chemistry 101

in which we get nerdy af about emulsions, alkyds, cellulose resins and isocyanates.

[Bryan-csto]

Will you do our hobby such a great service with your videos - I always learn something new each time I watch your videos regardless if I've watched it multiple times no BS! The knowledge you impart on us all esp those new to model making or coming back into the hobby is priceless and you do not ask for donations or charity for doing it. I really appreciate your love of this hobby and your willingness to share and offer aid when asked for help by us. I can't begin to thank you enough for how much your channel has improved my modeling skills and I've been at it off and on for 35+ years. Will please keep doing what you do good Sir and I sincerely thank you, much love and respect!

[danielblythe]

Much needed video! Not enough info on this subject from the other sources. Mr. Color vs. Mr Hobby, vs. Tamiya paints and what and why you can use to thin them, has had me pulling out my hair! Simple, by nature, it seams water and lacquer solvents don't mix! Will's video on metal finishes was "my go to video" when I was building my Model Svit P-51H Mustang. I used the Mr. Color Gloss Black, and Alclad Chrome System as was on that tutorial. I am impressed! And my work turned out great" if I don't say so myself(if I don't, who will)". But the fumes from some of these paints, and not being sure if I can substitute Alcohol in place of lacquer thinner etc. for less of a harmful vapor being released, has had me in limbo. Very true, the manufacturers don't really tell you much. I am determined to learn to adapt to painting outdoors as much as possible. The Mr. Color with leveling thinner has already won me over in terms of performance for very fine lines etc.. I think I will next try Tamiya and Mr. Color aqueous reducing with alcohol based thinner in some cases

[danielklinglesmithv]

Exactly what I wanted and needed to know. Other people don’t talk about this stuff. This and your thinner video where crucial for me. Thanks!

[karstensalin]

Back in the game after a 30 year break. I like your videos. A great help in learning all that is new to me.

[eddiegremlin]

Really interesting video, having only been back in the hobby for a year, come January and only started learning to airbrush since April, these are things I need to know.

[rickysargulesh]

This was really useful. I come from painting on canvas and I was so confused to see Tamiya colors with flammable icons but also called acrylics. This video cleared up a lot of confusion. Very helpful. You earned a new subscriber.

[steves]

Hi Will - paint chemistry huh? Great coverage - glad you didn't gloss over anything... Now I know what went wrong when I tried to dilute myself with alcohol - really informative video - thanks from the UK.

[krpah]

Well done explains a lot! And why I am so confused about paint. But, this is all part of the process of learning the model-making hobby.

[robertsundemjr.]

Very interesting video, I am just getting into modeling and all the info helps. I am retired from being a professional auto painter so paint chemistry i am very familiar with, Even in my industry most clear coats are an acrylic urethane so I really get that this is a very universal term. I think this video will help out a lot of people and its always a good refresher even for veteran painters. Thanks for sharing all the info.

[andyjones]

a fantastic video. really interesting stuff. I'm definitely with you on the'paint- nerd ' spectrum now! I've never seen a duff video by this chap. Really good stuff. Much love from the UK dude

[dalesmith]

As always you knock the instruction out of the park. Thank you so very much.

[bucknertarsney]

Will, you have such a great gift to teach! I always learn something from your videos. Thanks for taking the time to make them for us.

[kevincalhoun]

Thanks Will, well done and quite interesting as far as it went. It reminded me a bit of your video where you explained a bit about how scale effects shades of the "same" color. For myself, I have been really thinking about mixing pigments and bases to create my own model paints. The cost of paints compared to bulk cost of readily available pigments has truly led me to feel the we as modelers are being bled white by hobby suppliers. I confess to looking forwards to the howls of outrage and cries of heresy this video seems certain to generate! I for one appreciate your efforts on behalf of all of us.

[regent]

Fantastic stuff, wish I had watched this 3 months ago, would have saved me some time getting the information from a wide number of sources.

[RaduB.]

Always happy to listen to paint stories...
Thanks.

[kudukilla]

Loved this. My bachelors was in chemistry, so this was a trip down memory lane.

[mossbergshobbygames]

Great video. Definitely answered some of my questions I had that I wanted to ask.

[shirleybiddlecombe]

Another great video Will. Informative, it certainly clarified some things for me!

[chrisbarrett]

I was wondering where the got Mr leveling thinner from. Unicorn tears that's about right. Magical stuff !!

[jb_makesgames]

Great Video - one of my fears is mixing paint types and ending up with a bad chemical reaction especially after putting a lot of effort into a model.