How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

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starmanmm
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Re: How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

#21 Post by starmanmm »

Regarding the Kosutte...how long do you let it dry before you can physically handle it w/o leaving finger prints?

Or can you?
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Re: How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

#22 Post by Mad_Modeler »

Kosutte is a metalizer powder not a paint. Sticks rather well to what it touches.

I would still wear gloves for handling parts.
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Re: How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

#23 Post by jason hunt »

Hello

So if i decide to use alclad 2 there is no need for a varnish coat?
also im now doing my Horizon endoskeleton and want to add pastels or washes but would need these sealing.

Im realy stuck on this one as i can find rub n buff in the uk
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... _500wt_715

but this can't be sealed either , right?

Jay
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Re: How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

#24 Post by ellenbethsdad »

Loads of craft / artists shops sell Rub n'Buff in the UK....if I remember correctly I think Hobbycraft stock it as well...it is widely available.

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Re: How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

#25 Post by jason hunt »

ellenbethsdad wrote:Loads of craft / artists shops sell Rub n'Buff in the UK....if I remember correctly I think Hobbycraft stock it as well...it is widely available.

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Can this be sealed though?
As i want to add pastels.

cheers

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Re: How to make Alclad 2 mirror chrome?

#26 Post by btbrush »

Plus SnJ or any other polishing metalizer won't take the abuse that Alclad will.
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