A trial structure build in timber ( a painting canvass )

With my Timber tracks engine shed looming, i've returned to the " how do I get a decent result with the painting " quandry.

So for the umpteenth time I am experimenting with finishes. my last effort was done using Colron wood stain but the result was a bit patchy so this time I am going to have a go with acrylic paint applied via a few methods.

1. airbrushing primer
2. possible application via sponge ( dot and dab )
3. tile adhesive grout wash
4. dry brushing with powders etc & weathering

1st I needed a victim ......... so ......

I chose this .... a Timber Tracks factory building.

I chose this as it is the same manufacturer as my engine shed so the timber type, thickness and finish is the same as my intended engine shed build and all application methods, if successful here, should apply equally to the engine shed.

so ..... time to set about the build .....

not a lot of pieces so thats good. no prolonged build time before the main event which is the painting / finish.

the adhesive of choice .....

glue applicator .... erm ..... brush .....

a selection of appropriate clamps to help hold it all together whilst building ......

and we are off ..... the main frontage and two side walls .....

some strengtheners etc .....

the lean too section of the building ..... complete with some more small strengtheners ....

a view of the frontage.

Now .....leave it to dry.

I chose not to join the two main elements at this stage. I'll paint both elements whilst separated and glue when dry.

the roof, main front doors and windows shall all be painted / finished before glued into position.

More on this tomorrow night.

toto

 

Laser cut MDF Yorkie I think.

Toto

 

MDF doesn't like moisture but I hope airbrushing it will keep that to a minimum.

I will be using Vallejo primer to kick it off.

Toto

 

Hi Yorkie,

I was planning on using Vallejo water base acrylic primer. I have other non water based aerosol paints if they are called for but wont be as controllable as the air brush delivery.

Toto

 

Hi Yorkie ..... yes, maybe resin based .... I said water based .... could be talking bollicks there. Apologies.

Toto

 

This is just a test piece. If I screw it up .... no big shakes.

The engine shed and the Tetbury goods shed were too expensive and certainly not practice pieces.

Cheers

Toto

 

Good to hear. I also gave Vallejo Matt and satin varnishes which can be used for building up several layers of various finishes .... or at least in theory. All deliverable in fine coats via the air brush.

One thing I had thought about was experimenting with Vallejo clear base paint and using the pigments I have to create colours. Dont know how that would work ?
Toto

 

yes .... he can test the suspension of his new camper van out ...... once he gets the platform 1 stickers adorned on it. I'm sure he wont mind.

 

The reason I mention it is I have a shed load of pigment that I bought for mixing into plaster for potential scenic wall moulds and saviours etc. Varioys colours of grey, brick red and browns and also lighter stone colours. They may be useable. .... can do no harm trying. My fear is ..... would they possibly clog up my airbrush if they dont break down properly in the clear mix.

I could experiment with one of my chear air brushes rather than risk my Paschhe gun.

Cheers

Toto