Will dark green plastic bleed through?

[av405]

Should I have any issues with bleed through for this color? I want to paint it white. Or is bleed through usually only an issue with bright colors such as red, yellow, etc?

 

[bbowser]

I would prime it with light gray first, take care of any mold lines and such, then the white.

[StevenGuthmiller]

Shouldn’t be an issue as long as you prime it well.

Plan on using several coats of primer to ensure that it’s covered completely.

 A primer sealer is never a bad idea either.

 

 

 

 

Steve

[ctruss53]

Use silver paint instead of primer.

I can't explain why, but silver really "mutes" dark plastic.

[slusher]

i would prime it grey then prime it white the paint it white.

[Bainford]

Personally, I have not known green or blue plastic dyes to bleed. Red, orange, yellow seem to be the real trouble makers. As others suggest, prime with a quality primer and you should be good to go. 

[bobthehobbyguy]

The best remedy is to use a good sealer to prevent problems with colored plastic. That is why sealer was created.

I've seen some say silver paint but it was pointed out that that may cause issues if you need to mask. Using the right product reduces the potential for issues down the road.

[NOBLNG]

7 hours ago, bobthehobbyguy said:

The best remedy is to use a good sealer to prevent problems with colored plastic. That is why sealer was created.

I've seen some say silver paint but it was pointed out that that may cause issues if you need to mask. Using the right product reduces the potential for issues down the road.

What do you use for sealer? Is there one made specifically for styrene? I know the BIN Zinnser shellac based sealer works well, but cleanup (airbrush) can be a pain.

Greg.

Edited July 19, 2023 by NOBLNG

[Can-Con]

10 hours ago, Bainford said:

Personally, I have not known green or blue plastic dyes to bleed. Red, orange, yellow seem to be the real trouble makers. As others suggest, prime with a quality primer and you should be good to go. 

I agree. This has been my experience also. 

, , and, yes, definitely prime before paint.

[av405]

Thank you all for your advice. I guess I should have clarified from the get go that I always prime my bodies.

[Dave G.]

12 hours ago, av405 said:

Thank you all for your advice. I guess I should have clarified from the get go that I always prime my bodies.

What white paint were you intending to use if you don't mind my asking ? And type of paint ?

[av405]

On 7/20/2023 at 9:49 AM, Dave G. said:

What white paint were you intending to use if you don't mind my asking ? And type of paint ?

Tamiya TS-26 Pure white over Mr. Hobby white primer.

[KWT]

I'd cover with Tamiya gray first, as the white takes a minute to build up. Wet sand that smooth and cover/sand again if necessary. Then go with the white primer.

[bobss396]

I'm doing a white build right now. It is something I started years ago. I have lately been using Tamiya Fine Surface Primer, I have white and gray. Another I fould at Hobby Lobby is Mr. Surfacer 1000 in gray, P/N B-519Y.

These cans spray very well and leaves a very smooth finish, highly recommended. I have used these under car lacquers with no problems. Tamiya white should be no problem.