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How long does it take for primer to dry?
joegrafton
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Posted: Friday, April 20, 2012 - 08:37 AM UTC
Hi fellas,
I've built some resin figures in 1/35th scale & I'm ready to paint them (this being the first time I've painted figures since the age of 11-some 29 years ago!).
I've used Vallejo grey primer from a can to put a primer coat on before painting with Vallejo Model Color paints.
How long should I leave the primer coat on for before I start painting the figures?
Thanks for your help.

Joe.
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Posted: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 07:33 AM UTC
Joe I am not a figure painter but I would let the primer dry for 24 hours. That is what I do for most of my modeling. If your brush painting I think having a nice cured primer coat is essential so you don't disturb it. Others may weigh in with shorter time.
joegrafton
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Posted: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 09:10 AM UTC
Thanks Michael, I appreciate your help.
It's been 24 hours now, anyway!
I've had my first go at acrylic painting a 1/35th face.
Boy, it's a lot harder than it looks on the DVD!

Joe.
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Posted: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 10:35 AM UTC
Figure painting! A place no man goes without fear!!
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