Hi All,

Another quick question about filters:

Do you need to put a coat of Future down before applying filters?

I haven't seen anywhere that Future was applied before filters. Do you apply straight on top of the base coat?

Though I'd ask the question as I haven't seen it anywhere.

Thanks in advance.

Gabe

No, you shouldn't apply a coat of Future first. In fact, that would defeat the purpose of this type of wash. The intent is to subtly alter the color of the surface to which it is applied. A gloss coat assists washes by helping them flow better into the recesses and around details, and to flow off of the broad surfaces. That is precisely the opposite of what you are trying to do with a 'filter.'

Steve is right, but here is an article that gives some more info.
http://www.missing-lynx.com/rare_world/rw02.htm

Mike

Thanks guys,

This makes sense. Thanks for the quick response.

It would be good to a photo step-by-step guide on this topic. As they say, a picture says a thousand words.

Cheers,

Gabe

Thanks guys,

This makes sense. Thanks for the quick response.

It would be good to a photo step-by-step guide on this topic. As they say, a picture says a thousand words.

Cheers,

Gabe

Thanks guys,

This makes sense. Thanks for the quick response.

It would be good to a photo step-by-step guide on this topic. As they say, a picture says a thousand words.

Cheers,

Gabe

To change the tone of a colour is one use of filters, and then you could use them straight on a base coat. I personally would try to get my base coat that colour from the start.

I use filters to tie all together.
Base coat, washes, dry brushing, and the assortment of colours used in details, stowage and weathering.
In other words, I use filters just before dull coating.
Works great for items like camo where a few colours are used. After painting they can be quite bright, but a few filters tones them all down and ties them together.