Rust Effect Help

[SlasherCrafter]

I know there such things as Rust applicants that use GENUINE RUST with chemical reactions with iron filings, but is there such thing as an ARTIFICIAL rusting effect without using so much as several shaded layers of acrylic paint as rust? Because I have plans to create an INSPIRED version of Jigsaw's reverse beartrap, using the same light-weight aluminum construction method, but I need some help finding an artificial rusting method to avoid ALL chances completely of tetanus. If someone would be kind to reply if there is another way around it, the suggestions really would help me a lot.

Sincerely yours, SC

 

[Astyanax]

As far as I know, multiple layers of multiple shades of acrylic paint is the way to go. I don't know of any other options. There are great videos for this on YouTube, and it can be fun!

 

[SlasherCrafter]

As far as I know, multiple layers of multiple shades of acrylic paint is the way to go. I don't know of any other options. There are great videos for this on YouTube, and it can be fun!

Understood, I will probably need to work a bit on that skill. (I didn't think there were many "rust-painting" tutorials, and with me sucking at painting rust, but I will give it another shot!). Thank you a TON for your support!

#PropRust-oration

-Sincerely Yours, SC

 

[Astyanax]

Understood, I will probably need to work a bit on that skill. (I didn't think there were many "rust-painting" tutorials, and with me sucking at painting rust, but I will give it another shot!). Thank you a TON for your support!

#PropRust-oration

-Sincerely Yours, SC

I have a couple favorites that I learned from:

Once I understood what the process was all about, I figured out that it's pretty hard to screw up. Have fun!

 

[Bacta]

I have a couple favorites that I learned from:

Once I understood what the process was all about, I figured out that it's pretty hard to screw up. Have fun!

Thanks!

 

[division 6]

Vanoaks props also has lot's of videos.

VanOaksProps.com

 

[Darth Lars]

There is the "salt method" to create specks of rust on a steel surface: Works well in scale 1:1 but less so for scale models.

1. Paint a base layer of rusty colours. I've started with terracotta primer because I've needed to use primer anyway.
2. Moisten the surface. I have used the exhaust from a humidifier.
3 .Sprinkle table salt onto the moist surface: It will settle somewhat randomly. Brush off with a brush where you don't want as much. Redo steps 2 and 3 until you are satisfied.
4. Spray a single layer of steel paint (or coloured paint, if you want painted steel)
5. Let dry
6. Brush off the salt with a brush to reveal specks of "rust"

Edit: I found that the maker mentioned above has a video on this method.

 

[Sundowner]

I've used a mix of browns and orange acrylics with paint thinner. After it drys I use a glue stick and brown craft sand

 

[Mr Mold Maker]

You don’t actually get tetanus from rust, it’s just that things that are left outside to rust are great living places for the bacteria that causes it. So if you used a rust kit, there would realistically be absolutely zero chances of tetanus anyways.

To answer your question, one thing I do for faux rust is mix cinnamon into an acrylic medium like Liquitex or Aquagloss, or directly into acrylic paint if needed. Used in combination with acrylic paints you can get a very realistic looking rust. You can also use oil paints. Whatever you use just make sure it dries matte/flat or apply a matte clear coat over top to seal it.

 

[chazzychaz]

Mig has a great rust effects product.

 

[SlasherCrafter]

Thank you all for your suggestions! I'm not going to lie; I am learning new things that I had never learned before! I'm glad I joined the RPF! I will give updates on the RBT once I get some progress made!

 

[TheWolfhound]

On the subject of rust and rusty objects - I like militaria and metal detecting. I also make replica props some of which are pistols and rifles (mostly sci-fi). I made a Mauser pistol from a paper template but it was crap so it was thrown on a shelf in my shed. One day I picked it up to throw away and had an idea. I would make a found relic battlefield pistol and it had to look like a detectorist had found it, rusty, holey and with a soiled look. It also had to be a recognisable weapon from the 1st or 2nd World Wars. I strengthened some areas then brushed polyfiller mixed with PVA glue on to it and left it to dry. I cleaned some of the polyfiller off with really hard sand paper and a brass brush. I used my dremell with different bits to "pitt" some areas and make some rusty holes. The pistol was sprayed matt black with an aerosol and then I mixed up rusty coloured water based paints with added "dust" from rubbed down filler (nothing gets thrown away). The paint was also mixed with PVA glue if a thicker finish was needed. It was then stippled on using a stiffish hobby paint brush. It came out pretty good I thought. I hope this may help anyone looking to make rusty stuff as you can get an idea for making an aged surface as well as the paint.

 

[Wofjock]

I know there such things as Rust applicants that use GENUINE RUST with chemical reactions with iron filings, but is there such thing as an ARTIFICIAL rusting effect without using so much as several shaded layers of acrylic paint as rust? Because I have plans to create an INSPIRED version of Jigsaw's reverse beartrap, using the same light-weight aluminum construction method, but I need some help finding an artificial rusting method to avoid ALL chances completely of tetanus. If someone would be kind to reply if there is another way around it, the suggestions really would help me a lot.

Sincerely yours, SC

mix orange, red, yellow, brown, etc paints to great a rust like color then add in a little bit of baking soda and it should give it the rust texture. Add multiple layers until it's how you want it, very cheap and simple.

 

[SlasherCrafter]

mix orange, red, yellow, brown, etc paints to great a rust like color then add in a little bit of baking soda and it should give it the rust texture. Add multiple layers until it's how you want it, very cheap and simple.

Thank you for the tip using the baking soda in achieving the rust texture. And now that you've mentioned it, I DID see this cosplayette's tutorial on YouTube who made her own out of EVA foam and she actually used a homemade coffee grounds, Mod-Podge, and water mixture for texture, I believe. Thanks again!