I am still strugeling doing oil washes on my models.
I have just bought some verlinden books and I am mixing enamels with oils.
when doing washes should I apply it everywhere or only around small detail.
once applied should i just leave it to dry or should I clean it off.
can someone please tell me exactly what to do.
please

There is no exact reply to this. It depends on the age and condition of the vehicle, how long (if at all) it's been in combat, and the environment.
Personaly I tend to do the first wash all over without wiping it off, let it dry and then do seperate detail washes for petrol spillage etc.

Hi, and welcome. I have asked many questions about this. It really depends on what you are trying to do. An all over wash will not only pick out the detail for you, but also tone down the overall paint job, now you may or may not want to do this. The important thing is not to have too much paint in the mix. I used the all over method and it was OK, but had to wipe off the excess in one or two places. Otherwise the pinpoint wash will work to pick out small detail but you need a small brush and will have to wipe away any excess, don't forget to use a cloth with thinner on for wiping off the excess.

You will finds loads of advice on this site if you do a search for "wash" or "washes".

Good luck, and if all else fails, just try the different methods to find the one you like best.

Roger

I agree on what they said, make sure to seal the paint before you start a major wash and give it a couple days to dry. When you do start "watch it come to life".
It will take some time to get the hang of it, practice,practice.

thanks all for advice. when I'm done with model I'll put up a pic or 2 . thanx again