How (not) to Paint a Locomotive
How (not) to Paint a Locomotive

Author: Christopher Vine

Publisher: Christopher Vine 2008

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 9780955335907

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With colour photographs and 30 diagrams, this book takes the beginner through the necessary stages and processes in painting a model engineering subject. It includes: selection and making of equipment, paint, preparation, spray and hand painting, fixing blemishes, lining, transfers, tips on how to look after the paintwork, and a list of suppliers.

Painting and Lining Model Locomotives and Coaches
Painting and Lining Model Locomotives and Coaches

Author: Geoff Haynes

Publisher: The Crowood Press

Published: 2019-08-26

Total Pages: 543

ISBN-13: 1785006282

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This lavishly illustrated book provides guidance on how to transform your model from its bare structure to a realistic finish. This new book provides: a guide for both beginners and the more experienced, covering all scales and gauges; advice on the selection of airbrushes, compressors and essential tools; a simple three-step process to clean and prepare your model for painting; guidance on dealing with faults and paint problems; instruction on the pros and cons of the different ways to produce lines; tips to help you produce consistent fine lines with a bow pen; how to get the best out of transfers and the different types available, and finally, basic weathering techniques using a variety of methods. With over 500 colour photographs it will help even the beginner to produce a realistic life-like model.