Important Tip: Don’t use this method if you painted your parts with acrylic paint since enamel paint can dissolve the underlying acrylic paint. You can only use this method on bare plastic parts, or painted parts that have protected with LACQUER based clear gloss coat, since enamel cannot dissolve lacquer paint. Panel Lining Can Take Your Gunpla to the Next Level

The advantage is that panel lining will be faster and easier since it will be semi-automatic. You just have to remove the excess paint blobs after drying. Also, using this method can yield finer and cleaner panel lines on your Gunpla kit. The disadvantage in using the “panel wash” method is the risk of applying too much panel line enamel paint as your plastic parts might become brittle after the enamel paint has dried. This is because enamel paint corrodes the plastic material that Gunpla parts are made of when too much is applied, so make sure that you dab the brush of the panel line accent color on some paper or on the rims of the bottle to remove excess paint. “Panel Wash” Lining Materials Brush-type Gundam markers have flexible brush tips and come in many colors. A special ink that is water-based is utilized, allowing it to be applied to any type of basecoat and easily wiped off in the event of paint run-off. Brush Type Gundam Marker In this technique, we are going to use a Liner Type Gundam marker (easily distinguished with its blue body) that has a hard felt tip and uses oil-based ink. This type of marker has the ability to create consistent and solid lines onto a model’s surface. Cobra Motor Paints – Why do you need Cobra Motor Paints? Cobra Motor Paints is a range of acrylic non-toxic colours, perfect for painting any area of the vehicle’s body, rims, tires, engines and interiors. They can be easily applied with both brush and airbrush, and have Don’t miss this special pricing on outstanding covering power while providing a very smooth and uniform matt finish. To provide the distinctive gloss of the bodywork, we have created a special lacquer formula with the accompanying catalyst and thinner. Cobra Motor lacquer offers the same glossy finish as your favourite vehicles. What are the advantages of the Cobra Motor range? • 1 hour drying time • 24-hour curing time • Easy application via brush and airbrush • Odourless • Acrylic and non-toxic • 30ml clear glass bottle • Wide colour range with 62 colours ready to apply to the model. The marker has to be applied to a pan and then leveling thinner can be added in the required amount.When weathering, it is better to release the ink into a pan and apply it with a cotton swab. And as an added benefit, they come in a variety of colors. Pour Type Gundam Marker How to use Gundam markers for panel lining Gundam markers are special pens used by model builders and hobbyists to paint and detail their Gundam plastic model kits.

First, pull out the nib with the nib facing upward. The nib should be pulled in a single motion, as wiggling can easily damage the nib.Alternatively, you can prime one of the higher flow chisel tip markers and rely on the capillary action of the panel line to pull paint into it. By gently touching the marker to the panel line you can fill, and then clean up as before. Gundam markers flow fast and dry fast, so it is not recommended for unskilled painters to use them when attempting to repaint entire gunpla kits. All that’s left now is cleaning up. The goal here is to remove very small amounts with each pass, using either your scalpel or sanding file. When using a scalpel, alternating your cuts from each side helps to reduce the chance of tearing the plastic, as does only shaving off a small amount with each pass. Colour correction and custom paint jobs For best results, use Erasable Type Gundam markers. Also, the swabs must be used in the same direction to ensure that the marks are erased effectively. Get Your Gundam Markers NOW How long do Gundam markers take to dry?

We’re once again going to start with a gloss varnish as a base. The plastic is incredibly smooth but out of habit I like having a gloss base to work on, as it helps the decal move and conform to the surface. Modelers and hobbyists usually require more than a single type or color of marker as multiple models would require different types and colors of markers to make them stand out. The markers are often used to add shading, highlighting, and other details to the models, helping to bring out their individual features and making them more visually appealing. Types of Gundam markers Panel lining or paneling is a popular and common technique to create precise lines and add depth to the grooves. This allows you to express shadows, highlight distinct features, and present a 3D effect on your Gunpla to make them look more realistic. Once the surface is prepared, you can begin using the markers. Start with the lightest color first and then move on to darker colors, as this allows me to build up the color gradually.To line panels with liner-type markers, lines drawn with the markers should be drawn directly into the piece’s groove. The constituents of Gundam markers are similar to those of any other oil-based or acrylic paint markers. Be careful not to put too much pressure on the Gundam Marker tip as it can be damaged. If you look closely at your marker tip, it’s actually like a small soft sponge. Damaged or frayed tips do not give a nice clean line. It is better to choose the appropriate tip size for the right kind of panel line.