Maximilian Posted September 25, 2022 Share Posted September 25, 2022 Hey all, I am curious about how best to prep the surface for paint after priming. I used Mr. Surfacer 1500 and MLT in a 40/60 ratio and let it cure for a few days. Coming back this weekend to throw some paint on the thing. I used kimwipes to knock back most of the overspray, but there was still dust on the model so I very delicately used an antistatic dusting want to suck up most of the swarf and dust. However, I’m curious if you can use a cotton cloth and IPA to clean the surface? I would expect the cured primer to resist the IPA? I plan to use the airbrush to dust the model a final time before spot priming/painting. Any thoughts or insights are appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ngantek Posted September 25, 2022 Share Posted September 25, 2022 Gunze lacquers and primers do dissolve into IPA (in fact I use it to strip these paints), so I would tend not to. If you're very careful and use only the lightest touch of ipa, it might work out well, but a wet cloth and a little pressure will go straight through. You could use just a damp (in water) cloth perhaps? Let me know how it goes! Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximilian Posted September 25, 2022 Author Share Posted September 25, 2022 Shied away from any solvents. Stuck with the kimwipes, Febreeze duster and just air from the airbrush. It seems to do a reasonably good job. Maybe a soft makeup brush for any recessed areas that the airbrush can’t dislodge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spruecutter96 Posted September 26, 2022 Share Posted September 26, 2022 (edited) If you can find it on E-Bay or the like, I would recommend using Servisol Hard-Surface Foam Cleaner . It not cheap (around £8.00 a can), but if you're only using it to clean models, it should last for a very long time. It is a foaming cleaner with a mild detergent in it and it's ideal for removing sanding-dust and other minor, surface blemishes. I find it cleans much better than just using water and a bit of kitchen-towel. For me, it's one of those "how did I do without it?" products. You can find a similar product, but cheaper, from some market-traders - it's called "Car Valet" upholstery-cleaner (about £2.00 for a smaller can). Hope this helps. Chris. PS: Not too sure where you're from (ATX?). I made the assumption you're in the UK... Edited September 26, 2022 by spruecutter96 Amending some information. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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