FrogAddict Posted April 11, 2014 Report Share Posted April 11, 2014 (edited) No Apologies needed. I'm a newbie and struggle with consistency when laying down paint and find some of the comments may be related to some of those issues. When mixing paint it seems like "Thin to Win" is the trick and trying a rattle can base may not worth the risk when top coating with a concrete sealer. I'll continue to spray numerous layers of a white base to save possible negative paint reactions. Chilli, I've used a rattle can water based primer with GST numerous times without issue. Edited April 11, 2014 by FrogAddict 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedyarb Posted April 11, 2014 Report Share Posted April 11, 2014 I originally would soak my brush in acetone to clean it. However I tried the createx airbrush restorer and will never go back to acetone! It is so much better ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayburnGuy Posted April 11, 2014 Report Share Posted April 11, 2014 Hey Chilli if you've got something that's working for you there's no need to change it. You can always experiment with different products or ways of doing things to see if they make things easier or faster. That's pretty much what all of us have done. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saltwater Posted April 12, 2014 Report Share Posted April 12, 2014 Here are 2 quick Rattle Can spray jobs. Done just for fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhersh Posted April 12, 2014 Report Share Posted April 12, 2014 Those are really nice for a rattle can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saltwater Posted April 12, 2014 Report Share Posted April 12, 2014 Thanks rhersh, they are fiberglass, hollow and three inches long. I'm playing with more from the same mold, I want to see how far I can go using Rattle Can paint only. I love a challenge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeking 56 Posted April 12, 2014 Report Share Posted April 12, 2014 So many benefits in using a rattlecan. You may not want to use an airbrush. I said the same thing as you....8 years later i'm still using them exclusively. Do fast strokes and blend colors while they're still wet. Try to use the same brand of paints if possible. Nice job! s56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saltwater Posted April 13, 2014 Report Share Posted April 13, 2014 Seeking 56, thanks for the tip, "Do fast strokes and blend colors while they're still wet". I thought I was alone using rattle cans, you have restored my confidence. Not everyone can afford airbrush equipment. It is the challenge that keeps me captivated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeking 56 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 You're welcome saltwater. PM me if you have any questions. s56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogAddict Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Here are 2 quick Rattle Can spray jobs. Done just for fun. Heck, I can't get em that good with an airbrush! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saltwater Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Heck, I can't get em that good with an airbrush! FrogAddict, I seriously doubt that. I was rather hesitant to post the picture for fear I would be ridiculed by some of the hugely talented airbrush jockeys here on TU. I am grateful for the kind responses...so far. I am learning and fooling around now with some stencils and tricks to see how far I can go to achieve a more realistic bait. Fiberglass is a forgiving medium, the only thing I have on my side. My biggest problem comes from my wife: "Will you please stop making all that annoying rattling noise?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayburnGuy Posted April 15, 2014 Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 (edited) My biggest problem comes from my wife: "Will you please stop making all that annoying rattling noise?" Next time she complains send her to Lowes to look for a rattle can muffler. Just don't forget to duck when she gets home. Ben Edited April 15, 2014 by RayburnGuy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChilliSpoons Posted April 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 Haha, too funny!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saltwater Posted April 16, 2014 Report Share Posted April 16, 2014 I thought you would get a kick out of this strange looking bait is 100% Rattle Can Paint, including the top coat. Rattle Can spray gloss enamel, 10 coats. Not much protection but it looks good LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
