Here I test Alclad Chrome and Black Chrome lacquers. I was blown away by the results. This is some special paint here and I highly recommend them to every model builder. Follow me on Instagram - barbatos_rex65
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@PaganWizard3 жыл бұрын
If you want to protect your chrome, use Allclad's clear coat on top. It will make it a bit foggy, but there is a fix. Apply some 2K automotive clear gloss paint on top of Allclad's clear coat. When the Allclad clear dries, it has a rough bumpy surface, which isn't really visible to the naked eye, and that diffuses the finish on the chrome. You absolutely MUST use Allclad's clear before you use the 2K clear, because the 2K will destroy the chrome paint. The end result is almost mirror like, and it will stay that way for a long time.
@garylai92483 жыл бұрын
How about Alclad Aqua clear coat? Same solution?
@skyrider4789 Жыл бұрын
@@garylai9248 I just saw this and about to use Alclad. Did you ever find out/try this?
@crazyantny9161 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip. That seems to be an issue with all the chrome paints. I give it a try for sure
@hhaste9 ай бұрын
I got that same rough, bumpy texture from Alclad's Aqua Gloss clear on normal paint but I was told it's because I didn't start with a wet coat. Instead, I sprayed a light tack/mist coat, like you would normally do for spray cans etc.. Apparently it likes only wet coats. Areas where I unintentionally sprayed it heavier were definitely smoother. I'll try only wet coats on my next car.
@hhaste8 ай бұрын
To follow up on this, I did only medium wet coats on my next car and it was very smooth. Not sure if all of their clear's should be sprayed like that but I have to assume so. I just got some of their Gloss Klear Kote and the directions also say medium coats, same as Aqua Gloss's directions.
@Seemsayin Жыл бұрын
This stuff is off the chain! Never thought chrome paint would ever be possible. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.
@barbatosrex9473 Жыл бұрын
Chrome is my specialty. Check out my channel
@Seemsayin Жыл бұрын
@barbatosrex9473 I was messing around with fingernail paint... the kind that you brush on some kind of UV-cured base, and then apply the metallic flake. I gotta admit... it looks pretty good. Only drawback is that it's suitable for small items. Your stuff.... good lord... IMPRESSIVE. Both shades you showed are remarkable. Good stuff. One question... Why is it that these chrome products require a black background? Would it be because black is actually the absence of all color? Thanks for your time.
@goodguysgunsllc93693 ай бұрын
Just going through your older videos. I have watched you for over 3 yrs my friend! I have an employee I've gotten into the hobby, now he's hooked and ready to order his Barbatos Rex swallowtail! He was asking about chrome. I knew right away to find your video and share it with him! How far we've all come thanks to your efforts! And for that I'm proud to say I'm a patreon and so thankful for all you do!
@reighn831 Жыл бұрын
I always find myself back on this channel when I'm looking for specific paints, haha. Great work man
@barbatosrex9473 Жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy 👍
@NiceMongooseProd2 жыл бұрын
Hey, I just realised that I very frequently watch your videos to help me know what paints works for what I need, but never comment on it. So I really would like to thank you a lot for what you do ! Alclad is unavailable where I live (France) so it's quite expensive to get (about 20 to 25€ a bottle), so you helped me a lot of useless expenses haha ! Thank you very very much for all your work !
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help in some way 👍
@emanuelrivera80482 жыл бұрын
I tried this years ago and didn’t know what I was doing, glad to know I needed to perfect it and do it right like your video now I am extremely confident I can finish my project 14 years later hahaha, I was trying to restore a plastic chrome figure defect and the base on the figures was chrome!! Thank you so much!!
@CountryBoy10692 жыл бұрын
This company is just down the road from me here in Tennessee. I love their paints.
@gundamkris2 жыл бұрын
I've just purchased these 2 chrome's and the primer and can't wait to use them...I found you video very informative and put together great....keep up the good work 👍👍👍
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy and good luck, those are great paints
@miisakachan87273 жыл бұрын
Wow the reflective resulting effect is awesome. I was looking for some options for a chrome paint and am thoroughly impressed by what you got!
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Alclad is some of the best paint in my collection. I'll be testing more here in a few days. I'd pick some up you'll be pleased with the results. For the record, when I say best paint in my collection, here is my paint collection instagram.com/p/CAbRT9dD6Ie/?igshid=gaza6zc86fbo
@miisakachan87273 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Quite the collection! What's your opinion on Alclad vs Gaia Notes in terms of their lacquer paints? Also, I've been reading that some ppl are having issues with the Alclad gloss black primer not sticking/chipping too easily, have you experienced this?
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
@@miisakachan8727 I have to say I've never had a problem with their Gloss black base. I also use Mission Model Paints Gloss black base and that's great too. I just got their regular black, gray and white primers in so I'll be testing those soon. Also I just ordered Badger's new Gloss black primer so we'll see how that is. As far as Gaia goes, I like it. Now it's not head and shoulders above the rest, I see it as just as good as Mr Color and therefore prefer Mr bacause it's half the price. Do you have a request for me testing a brand of paint?
@miisakachan87273 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Have you tried Vallejo's Metal Colors lineup? I've seen some pretty good reviews on them, they're acrylic paints however.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
@@miisakachan8727 I just got a bunch of the Vallejo Metal colors in. Test video is coming soon
@davidhiscock19692 жыл бұрын
Hi fella. Cheers for your alclad 2 videos. Really helpful. On a side note, alclad 2 paints originated in the Norwich, England in 1999. A factory was opened in 2001 in the USA so the product would be available to you guys. There is a company that is American called Alclad but they produce fully coated cookware products . Easily mistaken for each other .
@dunka123 жыл бұрын
Be careful with Alclad, the more layers you add, the foggier it is. So you could have stopped at 1 or 2 layers on the chrome. If you keep building it up, it starts to look like aluminium.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
You are absolutely correct
@patrykkwiatkowski84743 жыл бұрын
Did you mean alunimum
@dunka123 жыл бұрын
@@patrykkwiatkowski8474 No. I meant Aluminium, as the metal, not the American misspelling. Do you call Cadmium, Cadmum too?
@patrykkwiatkowski84743 жыл бұрын
@@dunka12 it was a joke mate, the dude in the vid always says alunimum. r/woosh
@UnicronsLeftNut3 жыл бұрын
@@dunka12 Ah yes, that European snobbery poking it's ugly head up once again. Gotta love it.
@rija-ss6xj28 күн бұрын
Just finished watching your video on Alclad chrome & black chrome, awesome! You sold me, I'm going to order some today,.
@barbatosrex947328 күн бұрын
Great paints
@barbatosrex94733 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, it's very much appreciated 👍
@M0U53B41T2 жыл бұрын
man that's so gorgeous, you can see your reflection in the chrome for crying out loud!
@riccello2 жыл бұрын
I lived in New York for 28 years. Now in Houston. Your accent is so nostalgic, makes me feel at home.
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
Nice to know my Italian Rhode Island accent brings to mind your memories of home
@riccello Жыл бұрын
You sound like a New Yorker! I guess, its the North East Accent :)
@thawsitt2 жыл бұрын
Alclad chrome is the best chrome I've ever used. The glossier your black base is, the shininer the chrome will be. Paint 1 wet coat of gloss black. The glossier, the better. Wet coats make it glossy. Wait 15 mins to dry. Then, paint another wet coat. Then, only paint 1 thin coat of chrome for best results. (reflective chrome)
@chrisryan44923 жыл бұрын
Alclad II Lacquers was formed in 1999 in England. In 2001 U.K. production was supplemented with a facility in the U.S.A. and they now jointly serve the European, North American, Australasian and Far East markets.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Great info. I knew the US office was located in Tennessee but had no idea of their history. A fairly young company too
@chrisryan44923 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Thanks for the review.
@normandothegreat Жыл бұрын
That black paint is awesome! Most gloss black paint doesn't cover in less than 2 coats, and being RTS (ready to spray) makes it that much better. 🙂👍
@barbatosrex9473 Жыл бұрын
I use their Gloss Black Base for everything, it's a great paint
@kayahm46462 жыл бұрын
Exactly the detailed video I was looking for. Thank you.
@thisrsrsnamect55996 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tip about being able to buff out the chrome. Thank you for what you do!
@user-ki4tl5kz4z4 ай бұрын
Go Jensen Button! Brawn GP, oh what a story! Besides the first f1 championship (1950, Alfa-Romeo, Giuseppe Farina), maybe I am wrong, but I think it was the first team to win constructors championship at their first attempt...And Ross Brawn said thank you very much Honda! I was rooting for the other guy, a guy named Rubens Barrichello...Cheers Mate
@barbatosrex94734 ай бұрын
It's a great story that should be made into a movie. I showed my wife a documentary about it on KZfaq and she was blown away
@ttzombie Жыл бұрын
as always THANKS FOR DOING ALL THESE !!!! All Alclad is perfect. ALL HAIL ALCLAD. Their primer is BY FAR the best primer.
@seetheforest Жыл бұрын
That does look great. I never thought I'd see a paint on chrome look that good.
@animalyze71203 жыл бұрын
I like using the black chrome right on top of my chrome parts in my car models to tone down the bright fake look of the included chrome pieces, works great every time. Great line up these Alclad paints.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
These are great paints. Some of my favorites in my inventory. That's a great type, I dont like model chrome at all. I always strip the chrome off my car rims and repaint it chrome. I'll try your technique next 👍
@animalyze71202 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 I bought their entire line up just to have in case the company doesn't stick which happens lol. Their Candies are great especially for Car bodies and Gundams, I enjoyed your video on them as I do all your paint videos.
@G1JFC3 ай бұрын
Right I'm buying some Black Chrome now. For a project
@barbatosrex94733 ай бұрын
Great choice, one of my favorites
@thejudge-kv2jk2 жыл бұрын
I always thought Alclad were English. Looking at the label there is the Union Jack and Stars and Stripes so maybe both or something! They look amazing. Thanks for the video.
@timdodd9792 жыл бұрын
I just started trying Alclad. Bought at my local hobby shop, and made in USA. Support local businesses.
@fdwsr712 жыл бұрын
Amazing video and workmanship
@garyjenson8262 Жыл бұрын
After I seal the chrome i put a French ultramarine blue oil thinned with oil medium and oms. I let it sit for a bit. Then I hit it LIGHTLY with a rag that is barely damp with oms. It makes a beautiful blue chrome steel. Very realistic.
@MichaelRuss20062 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I've ordered these. Can't wait to use them for my London bus for the seat frames.
@bramflakes23923 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, I’ve been looking for a decent alternative to Vallejo since it’s so expensive, and the fact this stuff is even better is a win win!
@gat-x105strikegundam53 жыл бұрын
I just had a huge realization!!! I’m in Tennessee, I had no idea that’s their origin!!! I wonder if I can find em cheaper here... hmm...
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Now that's local 😀
@Ginn8233 жыл бұрын
Ahhhh yes....good ole' mindgasms are the best ain't they??? 🤣🤣🤣 Let us know if you do because I'm in NE Tn!!!
@nils19533 жыл бұрын
Their origin is British. They only have a secondary production facility in the US.
@gat-x105strikegundam53 жыл бұрын
@@nils1953 ahh... Thanks for the info!
@PopArow470210 ай бұрын
I am not sure but i do believe that between alclad and spaz stix I am hooked on them 😂😂😂
@nathanfreund12273 жыл бұрын
Rex, I need a comparison between Klear and Aqua gloss over all the different paints! Which is worth the money!? You da man!
@cemdrahsan2702 жыл бұрын
Not only racing cars exhaust also the Tamiya Kawasaki H2R fuel tank and side cowlings.. (Blk Chrome) Thank you for your help!
@jamiesworkshop31983 жыл бұрын
Really great results!! I might have to start building car models again. Wow!
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, come back to the hobby, we'll be waiting for you. 😀
@jamiesworkshop31983 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Thank you! Your channel is great. I very much appreciate all the research and testing you put into evaluating paints and products. It certainly helps us average joes. I did come back to the hobby a few years ago, mostly building 1/35th scale tanks. I was heavy into car models in my younger years. The paint finish and chrome trim is so critical with car models. I'd like to get good enough to finally do that right.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
@@jamiesworkshop3198 I love car models. In particular imports, being in the US getting imports when I was young was tough but now it's different. I just ordered a ton of kits directly from Japan and I'm going to start painting them using actual auto paint.
@kapitanleutnant113 күн бұрын
This will be great for my Rocketeer jetpack replica after I fill the 3D printed surface on each pieces
@chuchuchip2 жыл бұрын
I like these Alclad metallic paints. I use them on my accented bicycle small parts & accessory mounts. There are some clear reds I spray over solid reds that adds depth to to reds. No 2 reds come out exact. There are other clear colors you may create some unique finishes.
@davidarnds3831 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely Great Demo !
@sebastiansavalli810910 ай бұрын
Works great, but treat it like a candy...very light coats. It's true the more you spray the more it just looks like silver paint. But good news, if you screw it up, just wipe it off with alcohol and try again
@barbatosrex947310 ай бұрын
For sure, I've gotten way better at this since this video
@PatrickKend5 ай бұрын
I saw someone use this on a model they were building. They removed all the kit chrome and replaced it with Alclad Chrome and I was blown away at how amazing it looks. I ran to my hobby store today and got the Chrome and the White Aluminum. They were out of the gloss black. Can I use it over something like a Tamiya Gloss Black Acrylic?
@barbatosrex94735 ай бұрын
I use Tamiya Spray Can Gloss black TS-14 all the time for my base. It works great
@barbatosrex94735 ай бұрын
I was actually planning a video on replacing the model chrome, it does look way better
@PatrickKend5 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 I can’t wait to see your video. The work you do on this channel is amazing.
@steve177cal53 жыл бұрын
I'm in England and my Alclad says made in uk on the bottle.. Great products thanks for the review and recommendations
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is made in the UK. They also have a US office in Tennessee. It's great paint that serves a specific purpose.
@jackdurden466 Жыл бұрын
Damn! Pretty great results! I have to find out the best way to remove old flaking chrome from plastic, so I can refinish it. I probably am writing this early and I’ll be shown how maybe even in this video! Otherwise I’m sure that your channel will have a video on such a simple topic.
@kgee2111 Жыл бұрын
Caustic soda (lye) does it beautiful
@rynncarthis37393 жыл бұрын
Hey, I was wondering if that aqua gloss stuff holds up well against water. I'm making a full set of Mandalorian armor, and I plan on doing photoshoots out in the snow and rain. Also thank you for making this demo, it was very informative. I'm extremely new to airbrushing.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Aqua Gloss might not hold up to the elements. It's primarily for models. You might have to go with a 2K Gloss. It's made for automobiles and stands up to abuse. I'll be testing some 2K over the chrome soon so look out for that
@littlesadface Жыл бұрын
Thank you for uploading different kind of paints I am in the process of painting a Porsche 911 964 electric blue I just want to ask what is the drying time of chrome before I can paint a clear coat blue thank you again and more power
@barbatosrex9473 Жыл бұрын
24 hours is good
@littlesadface Жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 thank you barbatos
@jamesbunch99643 жыл бұрын
These tutorials are awesome! Thanks.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
You're welcome buddy and thanks for watching
@geoffreyprecht24102 жыл бұрын
This is it! Been doing a ton of research into chrome paints for my Warhammer minis, and this might just be the one for me. Now I just have to figure out how to apply it with an airbrush without it getting on anything else on the model...
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
Have you seen my video on Green Stuff World Chrome?
@geoffreyprecht24102 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Not yet, but I'll look into it! Alclad looks like it's better for my purposes than MIRROR paint from Culture Hustle USA looks nice and might be easier for hand brushing on, but I've been wanting an excuse to get into airbrushing anyway. I'm gonna weigh all my options before making a commitment though. Thanks for the recommendation and the great video!
@farrelltyler52242 жыл бұрын
Awesome video & great tips! I've been looking for an application that would simulate polished stainless-steel on an aluminum apple watch. The Alclad Black Chrome looks like it might be a perfect solution. Any experience or guesses as to how the finish would hold up with occasional water exposure: pool, ocean, etc?
@xpectz9 ай бұрын
Does the chrome dull when touching it? Or hazy as you said. How do you buff it out? Do you use a top coat base to "seal" the chrome? Please help. Genunuely looking for help. I've failed on my project 3 times now with Revell chrome spray paint. Over $90 spent on paint and it does not cure. I touch it, and it goes dull or my fingers get imprinted and I'm forced to re-do it thinking I did something wrong with the prep. Edit: I need to be able to paint it and touch/handle it without worrying about ruining it.
@barbatosrex94739 ай бұрын
The most durable chrome paint I've found to date is Duralumen Tuff Chrome, it's sold on Etsy. I did a video on it. Most hobby chrome isn't very resistant. Aqua Gloss by Alclad is a pretty decent coating for chrome.
@xpectz9 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 thanks. Do you also recommend alclad chrome alc107? How many coats until it starts to cloud? I want a nice reflective finish.
@barbatosrex94739 ай бұрын
@@xpectzyes Alclad is great too,, be sure to put just a couple mist coats, that's all it needs. SMS Hyperchrome is great too
@xpectz9 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 awesome. I bought myself some alclad chrome. How's the durability?
@xpectz8 ай бұрын
Okay I got the ball rolling with this. I successfully applied the alclad gloss black base. However, when I apply the chrome, it starts off sparkly/glittery and as I apply more coats, it turns into a aluminum with slight reflection. How close to the surface should I paint and how much trigger? I am at 15PSI with a 3mm needle using a generic double function airbrush kit called TIMBERTECH .
@crazyantny9161 Жыл бұрын
This appears to be a cousin to Spats. Very nice. Looks like you can make a rock in fade from chrome to black
@genemaster742 жыл бұрын
i just picked up the Black Base ALC 305 paint code and a bottle of Mirrored Gold by Alclad ii Lacquers on a whim at my local hobby shop. i always watch ya vids before i use them,... after seeing this vid... the whole shake once or twice and pore",.... then "BANG instant perfect paint job its. This will be a good base for my Printed Bodys. Cheers m8 and have a good Weekend from Downunder!!
@MitoTakatori2 жыл бұрын
Nice video! This tempted me to buy Alclad Chrome, and actually ordered 1. By the way, what's your PSI and needle for spraying gloss black and the chrome?
@Poopster4U11 ай бұрын
I shot the Airframe aluminum for the 1st time and I think I put too much as it went from a shinny look to a dull steel. I thought the more I sprayed the more shinny it would get, I guess not!
@barbatosrex947311 ай бұрын
The more you spray the less shiny. A rule of thumb with these type of paints
@IcanCwhatUsay Жыл бұрын
What is the difference between Alclad II ALC-4107 and Alclad II ALC-107?
@GunplaUniversity4 жыл бұрын
great video. i use alclad a lot but ive never tried the black chrome or the gloss black base. ill have to give it a try
@barbatosrex94734 жыл бұрын
It's as good as I say it is. You'll be pleased with your purchase for sure
@PB4UG02Bed6 ай бұрын
Any tips on this? I cant get mine to do that in 30 seconds. I end up using a lot of product to get something far less impressive. Im doing it at 13psi to 15psi range and I've tried far away, mid, and close up, but i end up with lots of imperfections, mostly long lines going up and down the spoon.
@GaryArmstrongmacgh2 жыл бұрын
Black base Alclad...I have found my Batmobile colour! Black chrome for the PE!
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
It's a great black paint on its own. I'm going to paint one of my car kits with Alclad Gloss Black Base
@paulgertsch7105 Жыл бұрын
I'm heading to Hobby Town this week, hopefully they sell Alclad so I can pick some up.
@levonne766 Жыл бұрын
Wow! That's my hometown.👍👍
@GustavoSanchez643 жыл бұрын
Will these yellow when exposed to the sun? Do you recommend a top coat for UV protection? I am building a Tamiya Semi truck this winter and used your recommendations. Going with Alclad Candy Violet and want to strip the cheap looking chrome off the plastic and go with this chrome. You videos are super helpful btw, because of you I went with the GSI Creos Procon Boy PS-289 as my first brush.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
I don't believe you will have a problem with yellowing but I would protect anyway with Aqua Gloss. The Aqua Gloss makes it super durable and resistant to heavy handling. Watch my video on testing the durability. Definitely go with Aqua Gloss
@chrism891292 ай бұрын
Excellent video appreciate it. I usually exclusively use acrylics through my airbrush is it difficult to get this cleaned out after use?
@barbatosrex94732 ай бұрын
I find solvent paints to be easier to clean than acrylics. A quick shot of thinner or Acetone and it's clean. Because solvent paints are super thin when you spray them making them easy and fast to clean out the brush
@husseinazeez40453 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video With the chrome if you Wipe it with soft clothe gently after cure out it will go super shiny
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
True. I've done that since this video. Great paint
@annabellenordquist34203 жыл бұрын
These videos are so helpful! What would the alclad holomatic spectral chrome look like over the glossy black and chrome? If you ever did a video of that, that’d be sweet!
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
It looks awesome over any color. I love the stuff. I just in another brand of holomatic paint, I will do a comparison soon with all of them on different colors
@FallenGemini4 ай бұрын
I used the Alcad gloss vlack once, but I hated it because it would get sticky afterwards. How would I prevent that? I also painted it during a very hot day.
@ninodino80402 ай бұрын
Can I use the white gloss primer? The store where I bought the paint only had the white primer and I wasn't aware that there are several
@sirfrancisarthur3 жыл бұрын
Great demo, but you can airbrush Molotow liquid chrome from the big bottle. It's the best looking but the problem for some can be that it can not be touched with greasy fingers or say it will always be stainable in a way. The Alclad is probably free to touch, can you confirm that. The bottle I bought, that was a lot of years ago and it was impossible to get for several years in The Netherlands.
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
Did you see my chrome durability test video??
@gefu5771 Жыл бұрын
does anyone know why my both chrome and black chrome came out foggy not like one in video thats soo shiny and reflectable
@EpicBlargman Жыл бұрын
I tried spraying the chrome tonight for a gundam kit, the chrome ended up looking more silver. Before i spray the chrome i applied alclads gloss black base. Am i doing something wrong or will aquagloss correct this with a reflect glossy mirror effect?
@Secondrunnerup613 Жыл бұрын
Even with very thin coats its more like aluminum finish.
@Kal-el2318 күн бұрын
How long are you waiting before applying the chrome to the gloss black base?
@Pch100 Жыл бұрын
Colour me impressed 👌
@seanhayes2998 Жыл бұрын
You recommend the brush, but don’t say what it is? I’m looking for a good basic beginner/learning tool.
@Neuromantic_866 күн бұрын
The things i want to paint are black vinyl plastic would pll recommend grey priming it first before going ahead with the gloss black undercoat?
@barbatosrex94735 күн бұрын
I consider the Gloss Black a primer itself but it won't hurt to use a grey primer. Keep in mind I would use a smooth shiny grey primer like the one Alclad makes
@vebnew Жыл бұрын
WOW excellent chrome paint
@barbatosrex9473 Жыл бұрын
This is a great brand
@alexmcgrath7645 Жыл бұрын
I have 5 airbrushes and non pull paint, I paint on canvas so if it’s too wet, it’ll run
@kgee2111 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just tried it and it is awesome!
@subversive12199 ай бұрын
I'm getting ready to use the black gloss primer and, alclad 2 chrome on an airplaner model. What psi is suggested for this on an airbrush?
@barbatosrex94739 ай бұрын
15 psi
@subversive12199 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Thank you for the quick reply ;)
@subversive12199 ай бұрын
I forgot to ask, also...what size needle did you use? Apologies if I missed it in the video.
@barbatosrex94739 ай бұрын
@@subversive1219it's a 0.3mm
@subversive12199 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Thank you, again ;)
@laxur1312 Жыл бұрын
Couple of years late, but did you ever make that video about printing your own decals?
@TheIcemanModdeler3 жыл бұрын
The lightsaber turned out an epic fail, the glossy black paint tore when i removed the masking tape, the chrome didn't turn out like it did on the spoon, looks more like a silver, it's hard to paint even coats on large objects and to get the glossy black paint shiny.
@Fattrac3 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for posting. Awesome info!
@barbatosrex94733 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thank you for taking the time to watch
@HappyDude12 жыл бұрын
before you put the black base color on do you put a plastic primer on first ?
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
No, the Gloss Black Base is the primer
@HappyDude12 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 ok thank you and this works on metal and plastic ?
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
@@HappyDude1 yes 👍
@HappyDude12 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Thx And is the chrome strong enough to touch it or scratch it ? Or does it need the special clear coat
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
@@HappyDude1 I would put a 2K clear over it for total durability. Also have you seen my video on testing clear coats for Alclad chrome?
@danielkaras90 Жыл бұрын
After spraying gloss black base, I noticed there are some dust particles trapped by paint. What would you recommend in such situation? Sand with high grit (which one?) sand paper? Strip and try again?
@chadwickhayes82602 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video I’ve been looking for a black chrome for the mandalorian model it’s the right sheen
@MistBrwn11 ай бұрын
what grit of sand paper would you recommend before spraying black base coat?
@barbatosrex947311 ай бұрын
I usually don't sand but if you do I would say go with a very high grit say 1500 or higher
@MistBrwn11 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 got it, thank you. I tried using that base primer earlier, but I cant seem the get consistent gloss finish, some are parts looked flat/matt after spraying. as a result, I also didn't get consistent shine on my metallic paints.. do u have any suggestion what to do or have you encountered the same problem?
@blight188510 ай бұрын
Can I use the black primer instead of the black gloss base as the undercoat?
@barbatosrex947310 ай бұрын
It needs to be shiny. You can also use Tamiya Spray Can Gloss black TS-14 or Gloss coat over a flat black
@blight188510 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473I wasn't expecting to get a reply so soon and much less from the man himself. Thank you so much!
@primeHeretic Жыл бұрын
I know this is 2 years old but I'm in UK struggling to find Alclad. I have found two suppliers but one of them shows images of Alclad paint using this same red/blue AH logo, and there's a very clear "Made in England" printed on the bottom of the label which is counter to what's said at 15:40, ie it being a US company. Is this the same paint? Or perhaps super old stock, perhaps a company in the US bought ownership of the product? What's more on the alclad website, the retailers page shows nothing in Europe, could this be a rights to distribute thing, irony that if this was a UK created product you now struggle to get hold of in the UK.
@SpookyMontero7 ай бұрын
Would I be able to use a bunch of these bottles to spray my black grille chrome ?
@redbaron2448 Жыл бұрын
Try Stardust liquid chrome from the UK , you just brush or paint on for the mirror chrome, Great video for testing it out Stardust liquid chrome
@barbatosrex9473 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I will try and get some for testing. I hope they ship to the US
@redbaron2448 Жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 Yes
@mustangzr7 ай бұрын
What size needle and air pressure u use when spraying the chrome?
@barbatosrex94737 ай бұрын
0.3mm and 15 psi
@mustangzr7 ай бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 awesome thank you for your info ... Have a great weekend
@RMZFILMS592 жыл бұрын
Love the videos! I think I'm going to use the black chrome for my Mandolorian. Thoughts?
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
I have that kit. I was thinking black chrome myself. It's one of my favorite colors. It's probably a perfect color for it
@orlandofontanez16872 жыл бұрын
It look great my question to you is those that paint work on soft plastic or rubber and don’t stay tacky or sticky
@chrispropst67788 ай бұрын
How long is the dry time on the Alclad? Can it be handled after drying,?
@pinoyboy808 Жыл бұрын
Aloha, I have small plastic trimming that needs to be chrome. Can this product me brushed on? Primer and chrome? Thanks
@JeffOutEast Жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Did you keep the airbrush at 20 psi for the chrome/black chrome also?
@thefuneralparade2 жыл бұрын
Can th black chrome be sprayed into a chrome finish and turn it smoky chrome or into black chrome that way?
@duck853 Жыл бұрын
Whoa!!! Why does your voice sound so different 2-years ago?!?
@MagnusHammerstorm9 ай бұрын
Hey Rex, I've tried and tried to get this effect, I've nailed the gloss black, but every time I apply the chrome it's immediately foggy with no clarity at all. I've tried 5psi up to 30psi, near and far, and light mists to a real hosing down. Any tips? It just looks like brushed on aluminum to me
@CARBON10 Жыл бұрын
Looks real great, would it work on headlight restoration, as in handle heat, the lens is plastic, the original chrome coating is very tired
@stevenoe63952 жыл бұрын
Great video i have never been happy with chrome paints those look good. How well does it resit scraches and scuffs?
@barbatosrex94732 жыл бұрын
It holds up pretty good after a week of drying. Check out my video on clear coating Alclad Chrome
@stevenoe63952 жыл бұрын
@@barbatosrex9473 thank you will do! Have a good day!!!
@shovelhead45582 жыл бұрын
Nice one how would that cover a 4” square area looks dam good 👍