Phadeout Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Hi, I'm wondering if it is possible to airbrush (using acrylics) in a house/apartment? What's the best way to do this? I think I've seen venting systems as well to help with the paint fumes.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanata67 Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 just open all the windows and use a fan for circulation. Not like your making meth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Using acrylic paints helps too. Just set your airbrush up near a window and buy a fan to put in the window. Spray in a general direction towards or near the fan and you should be fine. Oh yeah open the window too. though i think you knew that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8one Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 (edited) Build a spraybooth like I did. Click Here! I live in an apartment also. Edited April 1, 2005 by Gr8one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mule Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 (edited) That is up to you. A spray booth is the best way to go, but as long as you aren't messing with laquers or other really dangerous stuff, the open window w/ fan routine should work. Just be mindful of overspray. Check out this thread for suggestions about spray booths if you're interested. Edited April 1, 2005 by Mule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ido Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 Are the lacquer paints so dangerous? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 If you dont mind chemicals ,that absorb directly into your bloodstream and settle into your liver never to leave, being atomized and inhaled then no they arent that bad. Laquers are one of thr worst paints to be exposed to for extended periods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ido Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 If you dont mind chemicals ,that absorb directly into your bloodstream and settle into your liver never to leave, being atomized and inhaled then no they arent that bad. Laquers are one of thr worst paints to be exposed to for extended periods. There is some tipe of Mask that I can use to protect me from the fumes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 Yes there is but unless your painting a full size car or something that needs to be really really shiny i cant seem to see why you would need to use laquers. The masks are extremely cheap and are basically a gas mask without the face shild(the good quality ones anyway) Just look around at hardware stores or paint shops and youll find them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ido Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 Yes there is but unless your painting a full size car or something that needs to be really really shiny i cant seem to see why you would need to use laquers. The masks are extremely cheap and are basically a gas mask without the face shild(the good quality ones anyway) Just look around at hardware stores or paint shops and youll find them. EHm, gunze mr. surfacer and mr.color are lacquer based, I don't have to paint cars but models and toys. I always spray at low pressure (15 psi or lower) and very close to the object, a mask and a ventilated room will be enough safe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 (edited) For those yes. A paper surgical mask is all you would need for those actually since they are considered a "cold" laquer as in they dont heat as they cure. I thought you mean true laquers which are considered a "hot" paint that has a chemical reaction as it dries. The concentration of those chemicles is considerably less in cold hobby laquers. I only use hot laquers on my large scale model cars(1/18th -1/8) so i can get a smooth gloss to them. I thought MR Color was a water based paint? The name laquer is only a name really if they are. I think it is meant to show that the paint generally dries as hadr as a laquer. Tamiya is also considered like that as well. If its water based i wouldnt worry at all the fan technique is more than enough. Edited April 1, 2005 by HWR MKII Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ido Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 For those yes. A paper surgical mask is all you would need for those actually since they are considered a "cold" laquer as in they dont heat as they cure. I thought you mean true laquers which are considered a "hot" paint that has a chemical reaction as it dries. The concentration of those chemicles is considerably less in cold hobby laquers. I only use hot laquers on my large scale model cars(1/18th -1/8) so i can get a smooth gloss to them. I thought MR Color was a water based paint? The name laquer is only a name really if they are. I think it is meant to show that the paint generally dries as hadr as a laquer. Tamiya is also considered like that as well. If its water based i wouldnt worry at all the fan technique is more than enough. Mr. Color is lacquer based, it will not thin with acrylic or enamel thinner. Mr. Hobby are acrylics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 Ah ok see you can learn something new every day. i dont have any experience with the MR range of products. Cold laquers arent as bad as Hot as i said before but you still want a mask. Ever use tamiya spray in a can? Same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phadeout Posted April 4, 2005 Author Share Posted April 4, 2005 Ok, So if I work with a Tamiya acrylics I'll be fine with just some good venting? That's good to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiyao Posted April 4, 2005 Share Posted April 4, 2005 Hey, I asked this same question a while back. Here's the link. http://www.macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?...13417&hl=cancer Hope you find the advice I got helpful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gr8one Posted April 4, 2005 Share Posted April 4, 2005 No matter what paint I use I always wear a mask. Health Tips!!? Click on Tips and Techniques go down to Health Tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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