Tim, First off thank you for an excellent video. Thorough and easy to follow. I have been frustrated trying to get waterslide decals to work on my foamboard aircraft. I have tried different sealers, different number of coats of sealer and over and over. This seems like a very good way to go. The added look of aircraft markings makes all the difference. The comment of detecting a raised edge is a very small issue with me. The fun of foam aircraft to me is the building and finishing as well as the flying. But the finishing techniques should align with the monetary value of the model in my opinion. And to date….decals and markings have been one of my biggest frustrations and obstacles. You have filled a niche is a very creative and helpful way. Love your channel.
I take it there is quite a deal of variance with water slide as well as clear and white vinyl as I have not have a lot of success with either. BOTH have tended to curl outward from the cut edges over a short period of time. I have had most success with the water slide decals after spraying them with the crystal clear enamel as per your video...........Thoughts?
@@TimMcKay56 There is also a product called Micro Set that I might try. The other option is spraying the same clear cote you use with the decals over the decals after I place them in position. Cheers
Alex: I do not. I think any paint out of a can will attack the foam. Best bet is an air brush with some sort of latex paint, or just a paint brush with latex paint. Tim
David: It Denys on your ink and printer. My HP ink seems to bond really well with the vinyl. Practically no smearing with a touch of water. I do think a light spray of sealer, once decals are applied, is a great idea. Tim
I've tried the vinyl paper with 2 different printers (HP Deskjet and Epson Ecotank) and both left the ink wet and did not dry after leaving it for days. Maybe it was the brand of vinyl I used?
Just started on experimenting with vinyl inkjet paper for Tamiya rc car bodies, the vinyl is too thick and you can see the raised edges which detracts from the look.
looking for a vid on applying the stickies on a Dumas model aircraft. Unlike the old water based decal which you can slide into place it (seems) that the stickies are a one shot do it right or ur doomed situation! They won't slide or adjust...hmmm...
Paul: Try a solution of dish washing liquid soap and water applied to where you want the sticky decal. Can usually move around a bit, then dry in place. Tim
Thanks, I was unaware decal paper was sold that way.
Yup, works great. Tim
Thank you, Tim.
Thanks for checking in! Tim
Tim,
First off thank you for an excellent video. Thorough and easy to follow.
I have been frustrated trying to get waterslide decals to work on my foamboard aircraft. I have tried different sealers, different number of coats of sealer and over and over.
This seems like a very good way to go. The added look of aircraft markings makes all the difference.
The comment of detecting a raised edge is a very small issue with me. The fun of foam aircraft to me is the building and finishing as well as the flying. But the finishing techniques should align with the monetary value of the model in my opinion. And to date….decals and markings have been one of my biggest frustrations and obstacles.
You have filled a niche is a very creative and helpful way. Love your channel.
Michael: Many thanks for your kind words! Tim
I take it there is quite a deal of variance with water slide as well as clear and white vinyl as I have not have a lot of success with either. BOTH have tended to curl outward from the cut edges over a short period of time. I have had most success with the water slide decals after spraying them with the crystal clear enamel as per your video...........Thoughts?
Mgp: I think you are doing things about right. I have a video out on May 19 on a super easy way to use regular paper for “decals.” Works great! Tim
@@TimMcKay56 There is also a product called Micro Set that I might try. The other option is spraying the same clear cote you use with the decals over the decals after I place them in position. Cheers
@@Mgp-Rc Great tip, thanks! Tim
Very good tutorial!!
fo you have any advice on what spray pain is safe to use on dollar tree foam or mof foam? thanks!!
Alex: I do not. I think any paint out of a can will attack the foam. Best bet is an air brush with some sort of latex paint, or just a paint brush with latex paint. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 thanks!!!
I would think that you would still have to spray it with the clear finish, because the ink is not water proof by itself?
David: It Denys on your ink and printer. My HP ink seems to bond really well with the vinyl. Practically no smearing with a touch of water. I do think a light spray of sealer, once decals are applied, is a great idea. Tim
Do you think this would work for dirtbike sticker kits?
Yes, I think this approach would work! Tim
I've tried the vinyl paper with 2 different printers (HP Deskjet and Epson Ecotank) and both left the ink wet and did not dry after leaving it for days. Maybe it was the brand of vinyl I used?
Good point, even the ink pen I use on the paper does not hold well. Perhaps try another foam board brand, Dollar Tree, etc. Tim
Yes, maybe try a different paper.
Just started on experimenting with vinyl inkjet paper for Tamiya rc car bodies, the vinyl is too thick and you can see the raised edges which detracts from the look.
Thanks for your feedback! Tim
Do you find a better way? I tried water slides and they are really thin but they don't stick well. There no adhesive and come off really easily.
looking for a vid on applying the stickies on a Dumas model aircraft. Unlike the old water based decal which you can slide into place it (seems) that the stickies are a one shot do it right or ur doomed situation! They won't slide or adjust...hmmm...
Paul: Try a solution of dish washing liquid soap and water applied to where you want the sticky decal. Can usually move around a bit, then dry in place. Tim