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How to thicken a paint?
shonen_red
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Posted: Sunday, July 13, 2003 - 01:15 AM UTC
I have here a Tamiya Enamel (Red). I added some thinner into it but I think I've overdone it. Now, the paint flows like a red juice! Now, how do I reverse the process and thicken it a little?
Marty
Massachusetts, United States
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Posted: Sunday, July 13, 2003 - 01:31 AM UTC
Leave the bottle uncovered for a period of time and some of the thinner will evaporate. You will need to keep en eye on it though so that it doesn't dry out completely.
Posted: Sunday, July 13, 2003 - 02:04 AM UTC
Hi there
I've read that, as a rule, you shouldn't add thinners to paint in its pot or jar. Apparently, it can upset the chemical balance of the paint and cause it to dry up or separate out. Always transfer the paint you need to a palette or cup and thin it as necessary there.
Hope this helps
Rowan
I've read that, as a rule, you shouldn't add thinners to paint in its pot or jar. Apparently, it can upset the chemical balance of the paint and cause it to dry up or separate out. Always transfer the paint you need to a palette or cup and thin it as necessary there.
Hope this helps
Rowan