Sep 23 2008

Badger Freak Flex Model Paints

freakflogo.jpgFREAKflex™ Paints If you’re not satisfied until every detail is perfect, let FREAKflex ™ bring your models to life. It is a superior acrylic hobby paint designed to help modelers achieve authentic, professional painting results, with greater ease and proficiency. Waterbased FREAKflex ™ is easy to apply with an airbrush or paint brush and clean up is fast and easy with MODELflex™ cleaner. FREAKflex™ paint dries in 12 to 15 minutes at room temperature (3 to 5 minutes if heat dried). As used by Dave Fisher (Amazing Figure Modeler) in his Modelmania DVD.

See Colour Reference Chart below.

The FREAKflex™ Advantages:

  1. Extremely fine-coat coverage

  2. Excellent adhering water-based acrylics

  3. Superior color retention

  4. Primer not required (Recommended with lighter colors)

  5. Easy to apply with airbrush or conventional applicator

  6. Adheres to most plastics, metals, resins and many other substrates

  7. Long shelf life (Lifetime warranty with unused, unopened bottles)

  8. Environmentally friendly, non-flammable, and safe to use.

FREAKflex™ is available in 1oz. (30ml) bottles. FREAKflex™ paints
were designed to bring out the best (or the worst!) in your fantasy models.

freak_colors.gif Freak Flex Paints Colour Chart


Sep 02 2008

Alclad II Model Laquers

alclad_plane2_b.jpg ALCLAD II Lacquers will reproduce a wide range of realistic and durable natural metal finishes on aircraft, car and truck models, spaceships - especially exhaust details, T2 models such as the Terminator Skull and Terminator Arm, military armour and figures. The Prismatic colours can be used to create unique customized cars, trucks and polycarbonate / lexan bodies.ALCLAD II’s wide range of uses make it the perfect finish for injected polystyrene kits and polycarbonate / lexan bodies. ALCLAD II is available with both ‘plastic or lexan’ instructions . ALC101 - to - ALC113 carry plastic use directions.
 

alclad_car2_b.jpgAPPLICATION GUIDE-PLASTIC MODELS: For use on injection plastic kits an acrylic primer is necessary. ‘Regular ALCLAD’ is similar in strength to lacquer / cellulose car paints-injected polystyrene plastics frequently have areas which ALCLAD can craze. Apply one of these primers before using Regular ALCLAD:
Tamiya Plastic Primers-white or grey
Auto Primer - white or grey
Plastic primers and auto primers should be lightly polished with 1000/1200 wet & dry paper to give a less absorbent glossy surface. ALCLAD High Shine - Chrome and Polished Aluminium both require a dark glossy base. Polished Aluminium should be used over Tamiya TS-14 gloss black,or gloss black auto paint. Chrome and only chrome should be used over gloss black model enamel paint.

lacquer_tail.jpgSPRAYING: ALCLAD should be sprayed at 15-20psi.
Spray 1 ½ -2 ½ inches away from the model.
Use the airbrush like a paint brush not an aerosol.

 

aaab58_b.jpgBuffing is not necessary although tonal variation can be made by polishing selected panels with micromesh. A sealer is not required.
Regular ALCLAD can be masked and over painted Decal solutions can be used with Regular ALCLAD, but are not recommended for Chrome or Polished Aluminium.
Prismatic Finishes: - these colours should be applied over a dark base-auto paint or Tamiya TS paints. Spray ALCLAD Prismatic at 20psi use a wide spray pattern, cover the model evenly with as few passes as possible. The Prismatic material will seem slightly rough when dry..this is normal. Build up 2-3 coats of clear lacquer or model varnish to obtain a deep reflective finish.

lacquer_rear.jpgAPPLICATION GUIDE - POLYCARBONATE / LEXAN BODY SHELLS: The surface must be thoroughly cleaned - remove release agent, adhesive residue and finger marks.
Regular ALCLAD - apply 2-3 light coats at 15-20 psi-back with any R/C paint.
High Shine ALCLAD - chrome/polished aluminium-apply 2-3 light coats at 15-20psi large areas can be backed with water based black or silver paint.

Application Directions and Advice:

  • Shake well before use.
  • Thoroughly clean surfaces.
  • Remove Adhesive Residue, Release Agent & Fingerprints.
  • Spray light coats at 15 - 20 psi.
  • Back ALCLAD II with any dark color.
  • Clean with lacquer thinners and / or Airbrush Cleaner.
  • Do not Thin this product you will alter balance of the paints makeup.
  • Very quick drying time, leave for approx 10 mins or more if you require to mask over it for further airbrushing.
  • Decals do not need a sealing varnish before or after application.
  • Regular shades can be buffed to make them a bit shinier with Micromesh, but Chrome & Polished Aluminium will not need this if your undercoat is super smooth & shiney.
  • Do not overpaint Chrome & Polished aluminium.
  • Acrylics & enamels can be used over regular shades.
  • Do not mix Chrome & Polished Aluminium with any other shade.
  • Regular shades can be tinted with small amounts of enamels or auto acrylics, But only tint enough for immediate use.
  • Make sure all products are sealed properly after use.

CAUTION:

  • Highly Flamable
  • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors
  • Ensure adequate ventilation
  • Irritant - In case of eye contact, rinse with water.
  • Harmful if swallowed. Call physician immediately.
  • Long term exposure may be dangerous.
  • Keep out of reach of children.

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Apr 08 2008

New Geometric Resin Model Kits

Tag: Industry Newsadmin @ 9:34 am

kingface.jpg This Summer 2008 will see a lot of new resin model kits by Geomtric, these include a Kong figure with base, size & price to be announced.

ymith_with_blue_back1.jpgYmith creature, this resin model figure kit approx 20″ long with base.

hulkin_stein1.jpgTwo busts will also follow, the Hulkinstein and the Cyclops.

cyclopsbronze.jpgCyclops resin horror model bust approx 11″ tall.


Apr 02 2008

Net Explorers

Tag: Industry News, Recommendationsadmin @ 9:12 am

Net Explorers - Web Design, Marketing and Hosting

Here at Frontier Models we are very excited by our new look website which was developed by Net Explorers using the x-cart system.Net Explorers were really easy to deal with, Dom and Simon have both provided friendly and excellent service, they have helped us along the way to get up and running with the new site.

Continue reading “Net Explorers”


Jan 16 2008

Frontier Models New Look Website

Tag: Industry Newsadmin @ 8:06 am

842338_64690l_option1-2.jpgWe at Frontier Models have launched a fantastic new web site with many new additional features which now include a Blog, Auto currency detection, Account sign in and much more. See alternative images of your chosen product in the new product picture gallery for that product. Why not write an article to our Blog, let others know about how you built & painted your horror model from Frontier Models, you can pass on hints & tips to other model makers who are starting out. Yes Frontier Models Customers will now be able to see prices of products in your own currency automatically and you can change prices to another currency for reference.

No idea what Gift / Present to buy for your friend or partner, then why not send a Frontier Models Gift Certificate electronically or by post. They can then top this up if required.

You can now sign in to your own secure account without filling in all your details every time you wish to order. You can also shop by your favourite Manufacturer.

We welcome your comments.

Steve Jarvis

Frontier Models