kiya64 Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 I'm about at the stage of applying decals to my Eurofighter/typhoon, I've read somewhere its best to put gloss varnish on model first before applying decals,then cover with satin / Matt for required finish, is this correct? Any advice would be great fully appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Brown Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Yep, high gloss and polished surface to help decals adhere and reduce risk of "silvering". Then a top coat of you choice when they are well and truly dry. Rick. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Get yourself some Microsol and microset, brilliant stuff nice to use and makes your decals look painted on 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Brown Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Get yourself some Microsol and microset, brilliant stuff nice to use and makes your decals look painted on What Rob said! Rick. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatboydim Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Good advice from both Rick and robvulcan. Also, polish the paint with micro-mesh if you have any to make the surface as smooth as glass. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Microsol is the best stuff next to old Klear. But microsol/set will allow you to get over some very heavily engraved / raised details too just let it work for you and trust it, it's like magic, if it bubbles your decals don't freak out and touch it just leave it and it will sort itself out. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeusa Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 I agree with Rick and Rob. I would just add a stronger warning to expect, after application of MicroSol the decals will bubble or wrinkle initially. Don't wory, it will go away. It is the chemical process to make them conform to the kit surface and detail. I always wait at least 12 hours to let it do its magic. If the decal still isn't behaving, you can put multiple applications on and it won't melt the decal. Just resist the temptation to play with it or adjust it when the bubble/wrinkle process starts. Good luck and hope to see your finished model. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin56 Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 I never use a "Future" or "Varnish" layer before adding decals. A layer of Vallejo Matt Acrylic varnish does the job just as well. I use Mr. Mark Softer and Mr. Mark Set to make them snuggle down and look painted on. Just my Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeusa Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 I don't think you could go wrong using either the Micro Sol/Set system or Mark Set/Softener system. I use the Micro Sol/Set system because my local hobby shop carries that, but not the Mark Set/Softener system. Both work about the same and are excellent products. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiya64 Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 Thanks I've got micro sol/set , thanks for the advice, sorry if it sounded a silly question. Last time I built an aircraft model was 20 years ago and boy has things advanced in that time 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatboydim Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Not a silly question at all. Putting decals on is a big part of the finished model. Look forward to seeing your finished work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gremlin56 Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 I don't think you could go wrong using either the Micro Sol/Set system or Mark Set/Softener system. I use the Micro Sol/Set system because my local hobby shop carries that, but not the Mark Set/Softener system. Both work about the same and are excellent products. Hi George, I find the Mark products to be a bit "hotter" than the Micro fluids giving a better result but giving you the possibility to s**** up in a major fashion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P_Budzik Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 (edited) I Edited January 9, 2018 by P_Budzik 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Thanks I've got micro sol/set , thanks for the advice, sorry if it sounded a silly question. Last time I built an aircraft model was 20 years ago and boy has things advanced in that time Welcome back! I've recently started modelling again after a very long break and things have advanced, a lot... and you can spend lots of time and money on new tools and paints and glues and fillers. I love 'researching' in BM forums and the guys here are really helpful and experienced (just don't ask about paint colours!) I try and get a smooth finish on the paint so I don't use a gloss ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chCLz7xnnZQ Hey Paul! I love Paul's YouTube videos - kiya64 a few minutes watching these will help, a lot. Practical advice and answering most of the questions you have when new / returning to modelling, and then some. (and don't be fooled by Paul's Member title - "Newbie"? I don't think so!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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