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Creating rust streaks
baz13b
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Singapore / 新加坡
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Posted: Monday, March 05, 2007 - 07:53 PM UTC
Hi all,

How do you create those rust streaks that sometimes flow downwards from rivets?

Thanks!
Art
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Michigan, United States
Joined: March 20, 2004
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Posted: Monday, March 05, 2007 - 08:09 PM UTC
I usually use real rust. Put just enough water in a metal coffee can to cover the bottom, then drop in some steel wool. Let it sit for a few days and you'll have it. You can apply it wet or dry, with a brush or a Q-tip. Hope this helps.

Art
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Posted: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 - 04:50 PM UTC
Gday Brandon
Taking care not to overdo it, you can also use burnt sienna oil paint. A super thin brush is used to apply a vertical streak, and then after a while you can use a wider brush with some thinners to 'blend' it into the surface so it appears aged... But practice first!
Cheers
Brad
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Posted: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 - 05:51 AM UTC
Hi Brad,

Thanks! I'll try that out...
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