I've just learned that you need a semi-gloss or gloss coat to add a clean panel line wash (like you say). My first attempts were done with no clear coat at all and I end up scuffing off paint and it absorbs into the paint. I then got an ultra matte varnish so I wouldn't scuff paint off and had some of the same problems --- mostly the wash seeping into the paint. My next model I will try a proper gloss coat to get a clean panel line wash application.
the model in the video had no semi gloss or gloss coat on it at any time. The idea is to apply the panel line wash in a controlled manner as opposed to the popular method of flooding the entire model then wiping off the excess. The technique in the video is intentionally not that
This panel liner is driving me nuts. Dark Sea Blue is the perfect tone for my models, however, immediately after shaking the bottle the pigments start sinking to the bottom, so I can get about two brushloads out before having to close and shake the bottle again. I had hoped I'd find some neat trick to avoid that. As it is, I have to use the AK Paneliner, which in contrast is extremely heavily pigmented and thus presents issues of its own.
The settling issue is real, but you can use it to your advantage. Sometimes you might only want a little tone/color instead of the full on mix of any of the weathering liquids, so letting it settle can be advantageous, but I totally get what you're saying. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@TJRohyans Yeah, I came up with that a bit later after watching the video. However, I found that mixing oil paint with white spirit, thereby creating my very own oil wash/panel liner, is faster, cheaper, gives the *exact* color tone I want and saves me the hassle with the pigments. Definitely the way to go for me.
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Great video!!! Looking forward to seeing more. Very helpful tips and learning more.
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I've just learned that you need a semi-gloss or gloss coat to add a clean panel line wash (like you say). My first attempts were done with no clear coat at all and I end up scuffing off paint and it absorbs into the paint. I then got an ultra matte varnish so I wouldn't scuff paint off and had some of the same problems --- mostly the wash seeping into the paint. My next model I will try a proper gloss coat to get a clean panel line wash application.
the model in the video had no semi gloss or gloss coat on it at any time. The idea is to apply the panel line wash in a controlled manner as opposed to the popular method of flooding the entire model then wiping off the excess. The technique in the video is intentionally not that
I prefer Ammo's PLW to their regular wash, as they are thinner & have more colours available. The work just as well on AFV as they do on Aircraft.
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@@TheEmptySprue maybe a video where you do something like the "snowmobile" again? 😏
Brilliant video mate! How long do you let the wash dry?
It doesnt take too long, maybe 5 to 10 minutes at normal room temp. Thanks for checking out the video!
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Thank you for sharing and content; May you know the difference between "AMMO Panel Line Wash" and "AMMO Enamel Wash" ?
The panel line wash has more color in it. Same products, one has more thinner (or less color).
Is the PLW enamel or acrylic?
Enamel
This panel liner is driving me nuts. Dark Sea Blue is the perfect tone for my models, however, immediately after shaking the bottle the pigments start sinking to the bottom, so I can get about two brushloads out before having to close and shake the bottle again. I had hoped I'd find some neat trick to avoid that. As it is, I have to use the AK Paneliner, which in contrast is extremely heavily pigmented and thus presents issues of its own.
The settling issue is real, but you can use it to your advantage. Sometimes you might only want a little tone/color instead of the full on mix of any of the weathering liquids, so letting it settle can be advantageous, but I totally get what you're saying.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Have you tried decanting a small amount into a shallow dish? That would probably help.
@@TJRohyans Yeah, I came up with that a bit later after watching the video. However, I found that mixing oil paint with white spirit, thereby creating my very own oil wash/panel liner, is faster, cheaper, gives the *exact* color tone I want and saves me the hassle with the pigments. Definitely the way to go for me.
Did you do washes like this even on the tops of the wings and the fuselage? Or is it mainly an underside thing?
You can do it anywhere you want. It shows both in the video. Thanks for watching!