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Surface Prep and Priming

Use these tips to get smoother coats and better paint adhesion.

  1. In case the print required brim or supports, remove any remaining artifacts.
  2. If you do sand your print, make sure you remove the dust before priming. It’s a good idea to wash it and let it dry.
  3. Then, apply thin coats of primer, until it covers the whole model. You should be working with a spray bottle, keeping a distance of about 15cm from the model. You’ll need to move the model around to apply the primer on all parts. Let it dry before applying a new coat.
  4. The color of the primer should be based on the colors you want to use for the model; use white (or another light color) if your color scheme is light, or use a darker gray color or similar for darker palettes. This way you’ll need less coats of paint.