Satin Black..??

I did a search, but everyone recommended semi-gloss x-18 black as satin black. I've used this before, and it's got too much gloss in it. Flat black is too flat.

http://www.italianhorses.net/Gallery/Tamiya/TamS2000/s2000.htm

This is the model I'm building, and he used semi gloss for the seats, and satin for the rest.. Looks good, and I want to do the same (sorry if 360 spider is reading and thinking - copycat..). Can I mix flat base into semi-gloss to dull it down a little?

Someone mentioned halfords satin spray??? Any ideas?

You could add a little flat base to the Semi Gloss..

I would have to say that Humbrol #85 is the absolute best color for a satin look. and many people have agreed with this on-line.

I always liked Model Masters "Black Chrome Trim". Quite a bit flatter than Tamiya X-18.
But as you said, the best optioon would be to mix in some flat base to obtain exactly the sheen you're after.

i saw once a krylon semi-flat black. mayber you can use that.

Krylon actually makes a Satin Black. I haven't used it, but it looks more glossy than flat, but less than semi-gloss, which I think is what your looking for.

Mick,

I use Halfords Matt black although the finish is much more satin than matt (if compared to say XF-1)

i overspray x18 with Valejo Satin Varnish to get different sheens on the black bits. Did that on the boxster seats to get a 3 colour effect.
Try the valejo AB acrylics - theyre pretty good for cockpit stuff IMO
my 2 pence :)

Thanks guys.. I'll have to have a little play now, so many great ideas to try.

I just feel that spraying the entire interior with X18 is a little dull.. As can be seen from the Honda S2000 built by 360spider, using shades of black makes it so much better looking.

my personal experience with tamiya's semi-gloss black has always beena bit hit and miss. sometimes it's perfectly leather like and sometimes it's just like black water.
what i've tended to do these days when i want some more definition is to mix in a touch of flat black to cut some shine.

Someone mentioned halfords satin spray??? Any ideas?

Halfords do a 'Matt Black' and a 'Satin Black'. Both go on nicely and usually cover well in just one coat, without primer. Why not try both and use the one you like best?

Halfords often have a '3 for 2' offer on their paints too!

Halfords do a 'Matt Black' and a 'Satin Black'. Both go on nicely and usually cover well in just one coat, without primer. Why not try both and use the one you like best?

Halfords often have a '3 for 2' offer on their paints too!

Yep Lurchio mentioned Halfords as well.. After work tonight, I'm there..!! Just having another dilemma at the moment, I might be adding a little bit of red as well..!!

thanks all.