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Pin wash questions
ErikW
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Colorado, United States
Joined: August 14, 2006
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Posted: Thursday, August 24, 2006 - 12:33 AM UTC
As I look through various posts I see the term "pin wash" in regards to a weathering technique. What exactly is this refering to? How is it different from applying a regular wash? What is the technique, desired effect etc.?

Thanks,
Erik
M4Nut
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California, United States
Joined: March 22, 2002
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Posted: Thursday, August 24, 2006 - 12:52 AM UTC
Erik,
A pin wash is a wash that is applied in small amounts directly where you want it, whereas a regular wash is applied over the whole model. Mix a wash like you normally do. Then using a small brush apply the wash around a bolt head, tiedown, etc. I have found that it works best on a gloss surface.
Good luck,
Eric
jazza
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Singapore / 新加坡
Joined: August 03, 2005
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Posted: Thursday, August 24, 2006 - 04:08 PM UTC

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As I look through various posts I see the term "pin wash" in regards to a weathering technique. What exactly is this refering to? How is it different from applying a regular wash? What is the technique, desired effect etc.?

Thanks,
Erik


Hey Erik,

This feature article might be of some use to you. Enjoy!

Wash Techniques
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