NORTHDUK Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 My old bottle of Humbrol Matt Cote has finally run out. The local model shop has had it on order from Humbrol for a couple of months but has had no supply yet. I bought a new bottle from an E-Bay seller but it doesn't give the usual clear matt finish. There is a slight sheen to the finish and there are whitish streaks in places. On-line prices from other sources are surprisingly high. This has led me to wonder if there might be an alternative product that might be more reliable and more readily available. What do other modellers use? I need a product that can be applied by brush as I don't have an airbrush. All comments and suggestions would be of interest. Gordon McLaughlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenko Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 I use this all the time and never had a problem with it . It's my go to matt varnish. Humbrol must be the most easily available paint/varnish for modelers so there must be other suppliers near you. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Boak Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 I hate it: it very rarely works and loves to go cloudy. A far superior alternative can be found in the Winsor and Newton range, matt, gloss and satin options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORTHDUK Posted October 1, 2021 Author Share Posted October 1, 2021 Graham, Thanks for your replies here and on Braille Scale. I'll definitely try the Winsor & Newton. Much appreciated. Best wishes, Gordon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORTHDUK Posted October 1, 2021 Author Share Posted October 1, 2021 Jenko, Thank you for your reply and your helpful comment regarding the availability of Humbrol products. I'll keep it in mind. Best wishes, Gordon McLaughlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Quack Posted October 1, 2021 Share Posted October 1, 2021 Another vote for W&N Galeria varnish. Brushes on well, and can be thinned with a little water if required. Also airbrushes nicely, if you decide to take the plunge! Comes in nice big containers which last for ages. Q Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORTHDUK Posted October 1, 2021 Author Share Posted October 1, 2021 Dr. Quack, Thanks for your reply. Several people have recommended the W&N Galeria varnish and I intend to try it. Apart from being reliable and easy to apply, it seems to have the great virtue of being cheap! Best wishes, Gordon McLaughlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dromia Posted October 1, 2021 Share Posted October 1, 2021 55 minutes ago, Dr. Quack said: Another vote for W&N Galeria varnish. Brushes on well, and can be thinned with a little water if required. Also airbrushes nicely, if you decide to take the plunge! Comes in nice big containers which last for ages. Q Concur. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORTHDUK Posted October 1, 2021 Author Share Posted October 1, 2021 Dromia, Thanks for your reply. I'll be ordering some tomorrow. Best wishes, Gordon McLaughlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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