I'm a greenhorn, but I'm learning

[Z Cochrane V]

So, I am making progress on my first project in decades. And I've found useful information here already as well as other research. On my current project, I wanted to find out if liquid mask would work for TINY windows on my Revell 1/600 USS Enterprise so I could paint after the windows are in place. Since they install from the inside, they need to be put in prior to assembly. I was hoping to paint after assembly for a smoother look. To try it out, I attempted it on the 6 windows on the pilon sections. That way if it didn't work or was too much of a pain, it wouldn't be on an area of the ship with dozens of windows. First, it didn't work great on such small windows and it WAS a pain! Glad I tried it where I did! So, it looks like I will be doing all painting prior to assembly. But, I learned a couple of things during this process. Maybe a lot of you have already tried this but I want to pass it along in case any of you haven't. I figured I wanted some disposable brushes for liquid mask, mostly, but also for painting. I was looking around on Amazon and came across a 100 pack of eyeliner brushes for just a few dollars. I'm so glad I did. They are very stiff and pointy so they work well for detail work. And here's the kicker. I had a gob of cured liquid mask on one and was about to throw it away. Just for the heck of it, I figured I'd see if it actually destroyed the brush as everyone says it will. To my surprise, it easily rolled right off the bristles with very little left behind. I wouldn't use it for paint any more, but I can get at least one more time of applying liquid mask with it. Not sure what the bristles are made of but they repel the liquid mask pretty well, it seems. Just wanted to share this in case anyone else wants to give them a try.

 

[urumomo]

most likely polypropylene bristles .
nothing sticks to that stuff

 

[Z Cochrane V]

most likely polypropylene bristles .
nothing sticks to that stuff

Could be. Anyway, I found them very useful.

 

[locomotive]

100 pack of eyeliner brushes for just a few dollars.

Thanks for the tip. Being a tight old git im always glad to hear of a money saver!

 

[Z Cochrane V]

Got 'er done!

 

[BarleyBop]

my first project in decades

Nice! Looks like an enjoyable build.
What are you building next?

 

[Ron2]

Got 'er done!

Nice work and thanks for the tip on the brushes!

 

[Z Cochrane V]

Nice! Looks like an enjoyable build.
What are you building next?

Thanks! Not perfect but considering my lack of practice, I'm pretty satisfied with it. Arriving today is my Revell Apollo 11 Saturn Five. Looking forward to working on it but with spring finally arriving, I may get occupied with other things. So, it will likely be a SLOW build. That's ok, though

 

[Z Cochrane V]

Nice work and thanks for the tip on the brushes!

Thanks! And, you're welcome!