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Powdered pastels are very useful for model railroad weathering projects. However, it’s also important to keep the pastels in place. In this expert tip you’ll learn how to properly use clear parts sealer when weathering models with powdered pastels.
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Thanks for posting! Now I myself know why my weathering was coming off after sealing my powder with dullcote. Wasn't applying dullcote first, and was probably a
thanks Cody I have some N Scale cars that were weathered with pastels one thing I learned when working with a dark car is to mix brown and black to make the car look like it has rust on it then seal it.
One nice thing about using powdered charcoal when darkening a car is that it doesn't dissolve when sprayed with flat finish.
Yes, It is an important tip! I will REMBER this.
Great tips. I've always had issues with dull coat absorbing the chalks. I will try this technique.
Pascal,
The Ciment Quebec hopper was offered by the South Shore Model Railway Club. I checked the club's website (http://www.ssmrc.org/past_cars.aspx), and it appears the car is sold out.
Take care,
Cody Grivno
Associate editor
Cody, where did you get your covered hopper (Ciment Quebec)
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This is a great tip and answers problems I've had with weathering for years! Thanks so much.
great tip this answers issues I had for years ! thanks much CODY
This was a "Eureka" item!
Thanks for the tip "Apply a layer of dullcote first to give tooth to the pastels."
Neat tip. thanks
Cody: What company makes the blue Model Railroader 70th Anniversary box car shown in this video? After looking at this video I found out why my pastels disappear when I spray flat clear coat on my cars. Now I know to spray the cars first then add the pastels. Thank you for this important tip!