Dead Easy Painting Tutorial Use Rub n Buff on Your 3D Prints! Awesome Metal Finish

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  • Опубликовано: 3 фев 2025

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  • @flyingbowl2104
    @flyingbowl2104 Год назад +7

    I’ve recently gotten into 3D printing, and this is exactly the tutorial I was looking for to make my prints look metallic. Thanks a lot!

  • @geekdomo
    @geekdomo 2 года назад +27

    One thing you really didnt show was just how much shine you can add with some heavy buffing and heat. It can look like a mirror if you really polish it (AFTER) you are done applying it. This rhino came out really nice, just my 2c.

    • @aerynea
      @aerynea 2 года назад +3

      I see so many people missing that step and it is totally transformative!

    • @robbizza1
      @robbizza1 8 месяцев назад +1

      If you dont mind, what's the process with the heat?

  • @Gryfang451
    @Gryfang451 Год назад +1

    Thanks for this video! The link to the spouncers came in handy. I had already ordered the rub n buff and received it, but had no idea how to apply it. Your video solved that!

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      Awesome glad I could help you out! Best of luck!

  • @jackcampbell4465
    @jackcampbell4465 2 года назад +3

    These videos are so great. Never heard of Rub & Buff, but I can think of alot of ways to use this product. Tools, details, technique, hyper useful. Thank you.

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      Glad it was helpful. Rub n buff is great. There are tons of uses for it.

  • @emilcost8613
    @emilcost8613 2 года назад +3

    Great video! I am going to get some Rub and Buff. What an effect! Looks so cool. Thanks for another tutorial!

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      It’s pretty great! Thanks again!

  • @robmcdonald6808
    @robmcdonald6808 2 года назад +3

    I always say it’s a waste of a day if you don’t learn something, so I can check it off my list for today. Definitely learned a few things. Came out looking great. Love the other prints you showed as well

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      Awesome glad you liked it. Rub’s Buff is one of those staples that everyone that 3D prints should have. Such cool results for such a simple process.

  • @thequietshodan
    @thequietshodan 2 года назад +2

    Dude thats hella cool. I've been learning soo much from your vids man. Stuff I've never though of using in different ways. Thanks man keep it up.

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      Thanks so much. That’s fantastic glad your able to pick up a few new tricks!!!

  • @3dprintingelpaso
    @3dprintingelpaso Год назад +1

    BRO, I absolutely love your channel, Thank you for the tutorial.

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      That’s awesome! Im glad you like it.

  • @dissidentleathermonster
    @dissidentleathermonster 8 месяцев назад +1

    Bro, thank you so much for making these tutorials. I just got my rub n buff in the mail and Im itching to try it

  • @bocefuss4500
    @bocefuss4500 Год назад +1

    Don't know how i did not see this sooner !!! I did the Same Prey RockSteady Rub and buff and few other touch scaled up to 1/6 scale few years back I just compeleted the other pose of rocksteady Prey offered last month very cool to see what your doing !! Teaching people the power of Rub'N Buff I first learned of it's power from a Adam Savage Tested Totorial ...

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      Rub’n Buff is amazing it’s something everyone should have in their arsenal for sure. Thanks for the comment.

  • @YFambam
    @YFambam Год назад +1

    That’s look awesome. I got 2 mandolorian helmets done. I’m gonna try the ebony rub n buff on it. Great video!

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      Go for it! That would be sweet! Glad I could help.

  • @grayscalexlii
    @grayscalexlii 5 месяцев назад

    I use this method to finish the backs of my Captain America shield replicas. Works great. Thanks for sharing!

  • @johnmulligan9299
    @johnmulligan9299 Год назад +1

    You are a talented artist.

  • @rubenramos2328
    @rubenramos2328 Год назад

    Thanks man. This is exactly what I was looking for

  • @E-BikePacking
    @E-BikePacking 5 месяцев назад +3

    I was wondering can you apply somekind of clearcoat to that after its finished. TIA 🤔😅

  • @ZoroSeerus
    @ZoroSeerus 4 месяца назад

    fantastic video on this stuff. I was (mistakenly) skeptical since other videos are shorter the juice is definitely worth the squeeze here

  • @bosskbountyhunter100
    @bosskbountyhunter100 Год назад +5

    Do you seal your prints after with a clear coat?

  • @goatelope7539
    @goatelope7539 10 месяцев назад

    Another awesome tutorial. Thanks

  • @deltreetaxidermy8261
    @deltreetaxidermy8261 Год назад +7

    Does rub n buff require a base coat? Or can it be applied directly to PLA with success?

  • @islandwolfgrl
    @islandwolfgrl 2 года назад +1

    really helpful! thank you so much!

  • @PowerAirSimulations
    @PowerAirSimulations 2 года назад +3

    Man I love your videos do you have any video tutorials on how to slice the models in half in case they don’t fit on the printer bed this is something I’ve been looking for and your tutorials are really good.

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      First. Thanks so much. I’m glad you find the videos helpful.
      Second. 100% YES! I have this exact video on my list. Almost all my videos now are from my subscribers asking for specific videos. Your not the first to ask. My list is long but it’s up there on something im trying to do soon. Thanks for the feedback and keep the requests coming. Im truly trying to make videos people want.
      Thanks again Chris.

  • @johntutin1906
    @johntutin1906 2 года назад +1

    That rhino is awesome

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      Thanks so much!

    • @johntutin1906
      @johntutin1906 2 года назад +1

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe when using rub n buff which black is best to use matt,satin,gloss please. Thank u

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      @@johntutin1906 Each type will give you different looks. I like to use Matt Black. Using a gloss paint will make the shadows shiny.

  • @mandsophie
    @mandsophie Год назад

    Great job! Love it❤❤❤❤

  • @Yubsie
    @Yubsie 2 года назад +1

    This confirmed something I was having a hard time finding information on, namely that I can use a q-tip. I was considering using it on a prop but I couldn't figure out if I could get into the fine detail lines because the instructions kept talking about using fingers

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      You absolutely can. You can also use a paint brush. But be prepared it will ruin the brush. Good luck!

  • @3DResinSolutions
    @3DResinSolutions 2 года назад +1

    Great video much appreciated.

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      No problem! Hope it helped you.

  • @benjaminellis2471
    @benjaminellis2471 2 месяца назад

    Do you recommend painting/priming the print first? Or can you rub and buff directly onto the filament?

  • @chrisgallagher85
    @chrisgallagher85 Год назад

    nice - thanks for sharing

  • @dr.zoidburger7515
    @dr.zoidburger7515 4 месяца назад

    so did you just prime it with black primer first and thats all?

  • @thebeardedgeek2100
    @thebeardedgeek2100 2 года назад +2

    Really enjoying these videos. Been messing with rub n buff for years with pepakura and foam armor builds. But its always nice to see others methods.. Also something was off with your mic this time. When you were talking in the intro it sounded like you was in a tunnel. The tutorial part was good, just the face to face with camera parts.

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      That’s cool never really used rub’n buff on anything else besides 3D prints 😅.
      That’s odd about the audio I watched it back and didn’t notice anything. 😕

    • @thebeardedgeek2100
      @thebeardedgeek2100 2 года назад +1

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe maybe it was just my TV. Cause if sounded fine except the first minute or so and the last. It was much quieter and came out muffled. Maybe my sound bar caused it. None the less it was understandable an enjoyable

  • @stephenquiceno8973
    @stephenquiceno8973 4 месяца назад

    Love this video i saw this and immediately started rubbing and buffing my prints. One question i have is what do u do for the printed model after its been rubbeb n buffed as my model when i handle it ill notice some of the silver rub n buff on my hands. Is there a way to seal it with some type of brush on coating? Please advise.

  • @slomo4056
    @slomo4056 2 месяца назад

    how do you clean the pencils after use?

  • @ashh_grey
    @ashh_grey 8 месяцев назад

    Amazing tutorial thanks !! Quick questions, did you applied a black primer or is it just painted in black?

  • @meridacavediver
    @meridacavediver Год назад

    You have to admire this man’s confidence to declare his love for Ninja Turtles… that alone is worth a like.

    • @janedoe6704
      @janedoe6704 4 месяца назад

      I thought that was the security guard from Disneys Robin Hood who always leads the parades. Im a fan and its obscure so I clicked.

  • @ansiaaa
    @ansiaaa Месяц назад +2

    what's that sponge tool called?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Месяц назад

      It’s called a spouncer.

    • @ansiaaa
      @ansiaaa Месяц назад

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe thanks!

  • @time2cclear
    @time2cclear 2 года назад

    thanks for the video .

  • @beardeddad_NL
    @beardeddad_NL 11 месяцев назад +1

    Did you sand it before you Rub n Buffed?

  • @dabruuzer
    @dabruuzer 2 года назад +3

    This is amazing! I can't really paint, due to a condition that makes my hands shake badly. But this... So amazing! Just started 3D printing, and would love to give this a try. Did you start by painting the model black? Or can I just use the matte black PLA that I have already?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +2

      Thanks so much for the comment. To answer your question. Yes I painted it black. I used a black matte rattle can then applied the effect.

    • @dabruuzer
      @dabruuzer 2 года назад +1

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe would it be as effective if I used matte black pla? Or is it always better to paint it black first? Thanks again!

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +2

      @@dabruuzer sorry I missed that part of the question. I highly recommend priming the model black no matter the color of pla. The rub n buff doesn’t stick the same as it does to a painted surface. That is at least from my experience. But I encourage you to experiment and try might work with the brand you use. Best of luck!

  • @TheRealDoubleT
    @TheRealDoubleT 11 месяцев назад

    So the base black coat was just using a spray paint can and no primer before the black?

  • @superdude512
    @superdude512 5 месяцев назад

    1:03 If you remember Rocksteady, your childhood was awesome

  • @Valkyriesound1
    @Valkyriesound1 Год назад +1

    Would this look or be different if you printed the model in black filament to start?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      Nope. I’d use the same process.

  • @TheRealDoubleT
    @TheRealDoubleT 10 месяцев назад

    What kind of paint did you use for the single coat you gave to the printed model?

  • @boddlook
    @boddlook 2 года назад +1

    LOVE your videos! You always have very creative and helpful tips!

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      Thanks so much! I’m glad they are helpful to you!

  • @itsryannxox
    @itsryannxox 2 года назад +2

    Can I ask what black paint and primer you used on the model itself? I could have missed it in the video but I don't think you mentioned them?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +5

      I use rustoleum matte black 2X primer.

  • @alixezman5168
    @alixezman5168 2 года назад +1

    Great one as usual :)
    Can we make this process with any other paints, or it should be Rub N Buff specifically?? thxxx

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      You can use a spouncer with paint. But it’s more of a daubing you have to do with it. You can’t really wipe it with paint it just smears.

  • @Yonbii91
    @Yonbii91 Год назад

    I live in Europe. Can I use vallejo colors or similar?

  • @nevershoutneverrr132
    @nevershoutneverrr132 11 месяцев назад

    Do I have to use black primer if I printed in white in order to use gold leaf?

  • @thedudeCH1
    @thedudeCH1 Год назад

    Did you have to sandpaper the model first before you applied the paint?

  • @wackychimp
    @wackychimp 2 года назад +1

    This is great, thanks! Did you sand or bondo your model before doing the painting?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      Thanks glad you liked it. To answer your question no, all I did was prime it black, and then apply the Rub’n buff

  • @ThePonyxslaystation
    @ThePonyxslaystation Год назад

    Where did you get that Boba 3D print from? I'd like to buy it

  • @garcmol1
    @garcmol1 Год назад

    At 1.25, how did you slice it in half? I think that's the last obstacle I have. For now haha. Great videos!

  • @yohbill1
    @yohbill1 2 года назад +1

    do you have to have a base coat or can you go on the plastic

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +2

      I don’t recommend it. You won’t get the same results. It’s a good habit to prime everything to ensure the paint and rub ons actually adhere to the print.

  • @zachhalliwell553
    @zachhalliwell553 Год назад

    Do you need to add a finish on top of it?

  • @hurrycaine1
    @hurrycaine1 2 года назад +1

    Do you need to varnish or anything after? Will it come off as you handle it or does it dry well?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      Nope. Just let it dry. I typically give it 24 hrs then it’s good.

  • @sandplasma
    @sandplasma Год назад +2

    Does anyone know if this was FDM? Looks too good it was probably Resin?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      It is fdm. I printed it on my ender 3 pro.

    • @sandplasma
      @sandplasma Год назад +1

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe Wow that looks amazing. I have an Ender too. Cant wait to print it!

  • @mikedziomba7668
    @mikedziomba7668 Год назад +1

    Do you seal rub and buff

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      I do not seal it since rub n buff is a wax it’s not needed.

  • @larryhoover2965
    @larryhoover2965 2 года назад +1

    Do you just let it dry or do you clear it

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      You just let it dry. I give it 24 hrs then you can handle it. You can give it a clear coat as well for extra protection.

  • @payne1228
    @payne1228 2 года назад +1

    Do you have to paint it flat black before you put on rub and buff or can you just use black PLA?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      If you use black pla it will have a different effect. You can do it it just won’t look the same.

    • @payne1228
      @payne1228 2 года назад

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe Thank you. Yes I am going the that “Eastman” look. His prints are amazing.

  • @ScottieJ448
    @ScottieJ448 2 года назад +1

    where do you get all these stl's?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      I have them in the description of the video.

  • @FlyB4UDie
    @FlyB4UDie 2 года назад +2

    This is what I want, thank you
    P.s.
    Rub n buff sold out , grrr

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад +1

      Awesome. Glad it could help. Sorry it’s out right now. Might want to check out the video i put out this week where I painted an AT-AT. I use a rub’s buff alternative.

    • @FlyB4UDie
      @FlyB4UDie 2 года назад +2

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe
      Thank you , I saw that one , great vid too 😉

  • @7RZ10
    @7RZ10 2 года назад +1

    I don't have rub n buff where I am, is there any substitute? Or what's the name of the material of rub n buff? Is metallic wax or what?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      Rub’n Buff is the brand. I’m not aware of anything that you can substitute it for.

    • @7RZ10
      @7RZ10 2 года назад +1

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe I think it's called gilding wax but I'm not sure, anyway, good video as always, keep these awesome tutorials coming.

    • @MR2004SRT4
      @MR2004SRT4 2 года назад +1

      Natural kiwi and metallic powder

  • @couryrussell7653
    @couryrussell7653 Год назад +1

    No one else going to comment on how he’s using the rub and buff on his rock steady?

  • @frankscalzo662
    @frankscalzo662 Год назад +1

    do you clear coat after?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад +1

      I do sometimes. If it’s something I’m not going to handle like this and set on a shelf I don’t. If I’m going to be handling it I do put a rattle can clear coat on it.

    • @grayscalexlii
      @grayscalexlii Год назад +1

      @@ItsMeaDMaDe I am making a prop Captain America shield that I intend to handle a lot. Thinking about using this on the epoxy resin back. I fear it may rub off on my hand and clothes when mounting to my back. Can you tell me what rattle can clear coat you use?

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  Год назад

      @@grayscalexlii yeah this is what I use. Here is the Amazon link but it’s also in most hardware stores.
      amzn.to/3GJ23na

  • @guyrandom6151
    @guyrandom6151 Год назад

    not many well ventilated areas in my 2 bedroom apt

  • @VOTEFORHSHADOWS
    @VOTEFORHSHADOWS 2 года назад +1

    So you done no sanding on the model

    • @ItsMeaDMaDe
      @ItsMeaDMaDe  2 года назад

      Nope. Just good print settings and a tuned machine.

  • @johnsmith-fz3qk
    @johnsmith-fz3qk 2 года назад +1

    6:50 🏃‍♂

  • @spearwy
    @spearwy 15 дней назад

    Sorry to share negative comments. But dude, your audio being stereo bugs the heck out of me. It's only in my left ear >:( .... Great tutorial otherwise. :)