Comments on: Painting Boxcars

By: Frank B

Frank B — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 07:20:19 +0000

Spray paints can give a nice smooth finish, but may need some practice to master the skill of spraying.
If you intend to do a lot of rolling stock and layout painting, an airbrush will save you a lot of cash over individual spray cans. But start with spray cans, if you like the result, you can buy the airbrush later. Airbrushes come in many shapes and sizes, right down to small battery operated units. Watch some Youtube videos on model railroad airbrushing and reviews of airbrush types to see what’s available and how to airbrush.

By: Jim

Jim — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:50:13 +0000

Spray paint in cans is the most simple way to go. Acrylic
paint applied by brush on a large flat surface such as the side of a box car leaves brush marks, is thick and hides tiny details. Spray paint leaves a thin smooth finish. Satin is rather than flat or gloss works well. Use paint compatible with styrene plastic. For example Tamiya Color is good but don’t use their paint made for polycarbonate. Another good paint is Vallejo. I prefer Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch 2X.

By: William Anderson

William Anderson — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 17:59:47 +0000

Air brush is the only way to go. The low end ones work just fine for modeling work. I must say that I do recommend the No Name brand 2 tank compressor though, as it gives a smooth, non-pulsating air supply.

By: Dennis

Dennis — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:00:18 +0000

Yes, Tamiya spray paints (in cans) are great. I use them all the time not only for model railroading but for model aircraft as well.

By: o mac

o mac — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:04:13 +0000

Tamiya paint with airbrush is just fine. Use many light coats to prevent runs, and keep applying Iuntil you get the depth of paint colour you are looking for.
Water base in Matt finish looks good.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 03:46:23 +0000

Yes go for them great product