Any suggestions for replicating the ASLAV non-slip surface in 1/35 scale

Thanks

Hello,
I've used cast-a-coat from the Small Shop EU. Works like a charm and not too hard to use. I've also used Mr. Surfacer.

Tanks
Andy

It depends on the coarseness of the real stuff. You can also use fine textured spray paint (like Rust-Oleum textured spray paint). Just mask off the areas you don't want the anti-slip on and spray off the paint, let it dry, remove the masking tape...et voilà ! Several Armorama members have already tried this technique with satisfying results...

HTH
Frenchy

G'day David,
Mr Surfacer 500 is the go mate. See below

Cheers Jason

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I will try that again.

I also seem to recall people using very fine grit sandpaper for such.

games workshop textured undercoat

as they are virtually on every street corner now, mask off, shake the can and spray job done

cheers

Keith

I use a textured paint in a rattle can. It's a beige coloured paint that simulates a suede fabric surface. There are many different brand names but the key is a TEXTURED spray so it will give you a rough finish that looks just like non-skid. You can mask off areas, create stripes by using masking tape, all sorts of effects and then just spray on a few light coats.

This gives a little thickness to the non-skid and also accurately portrays a rough, textured surface in scale.



Bob

I agree with Bob, textured paint works like a charm. In Canada its marketed under the Rustoleum brand but I'll bet its available at any DIY store regardless of country. Just make sure to clean the nozzle after spraying it'll gum it up really fast.
HTH
Pete

The brand I have is the DIY store's (Rona) own make, I think. The brand is KG Excel in nubuck tan and It's $8 for a large 340g can that'll do a lot of models. I was dubious about the suede finish thinking it might be too smooth but it's got just the right amount of 'rough' to it. You should give it a try David, it really works.



Bob