Adding Texture to Jeanne D'Arc's Flight Deck
One detail that is missing on Heller's 1/400 Jeanne D'Arc is the anti-skid texture on the flight deck. That's not unexpected. As I said in an earlier review, Heller kits have the basic details you need, but nothing more than that.
The best way to add the anti-skid texture is to apply a light coat of Mr. Surfacer. If you've ever built a 1/35 scale tank you are familiar with this product. It creates the subtle texture that mimics cast armor on smooth plastic surfaces. For ship models, it creates the texture found on the flight decks of aircraft carriers or the cast-iron turrets of late 19th century warships.
To apply, I first masked off the area and gave the flight deck a very light coat. When applying Mr. Surfacer, wait at least 24 hours for it to dry. When it's dry, you should see very subtle texture on the plastic. If you need to, apply a second coat and again wait 24-hours.
I only applied a single coat and was happy with the result.
The best way to add the anti-skid texture is to apply a light coat of Mr. Surfacer. If you've ever built a 1/35 scale tank you are familiar with this product. It creates the subtle texture that mimics cast armor on smooth plastic surfaces. For ship models, it creates the texture found on the flight decks of aircraft carriers or the cast-iron turrets of late 19th century warships.
To apply, I first masked off the area and gave the flight deck a very light coat. When applying Mr. Surfacer, wait at least 24 hours for it to dry. When it's dry, you should see very subtle texture on the plastic. If you need to, apply a second coat and again wait 24-hours.
I only applied a single coat and was happy with the result.
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