joolsthesteam

Hi Gil! Thanks for that mate, all good points being made so far - I hear what you are all saying about Nitrogen tanks. Interesting, will think about that. I have always preferred acrylics over enamels, not just because of the fumes - I just find them easier to work with, they're less messy, easier to clean up. I like their faster drying times as well, you can always add additives to slow that down if you wish. Done a bit of experimentation with Vallejo Modelair and have been pleased with the results. They also have a very interesting range of accurate Luftwaffe and Imperial Japanese Navy colours too, which are the subjects I enjoy researching and working with. Thank you all for your advice, I look forward to 2011 and a busy year modelling!!

My poor old Badger 150 is badly in need of a service. Although I like it a lot, I think it's time for a change and I've heard many good things about Iwata's. They're very well made and look (as long as they're looked after) as if they will last for years. Just need to get the room tidied up and I'll get cracking!!!

That's an interesting idea, I have heard of Nitrogen tanks being used for this purpose before and it would certainly be quiet. I think for my own purposes a compressor will suit me better, especially as the prices are coming down - Iwata are the manufacturer I'm probably going to go with.

Haha, no Dick, trust me I do not live in a large pad!!! Yes David, I'm going down the 'spare room' route, now that I have the flat (apartment) to myself now! Skysoldier, yes mate, that's a very good point about the noise and fumes. My flat is fairly modern and like a lot of modern buildings has pretty thin walls - I don't suppose the neighbours will appreciate my 'creations' during the evenings. I believe many of the modern smaller compressors are piston driven and therefore a bit quieter. Would be good to see some other set ups to give me some inspiration - I've got some ideas, just thinking that if the working environment is right, it makes the job a lot easier. Thanks for the welcome!! :D

Hi everybody, After a very long break from building models (mainly because of work), I'm looking forward to returning to building again (mainy 1 32, 1 48 and 1 24 scale aircraft). Because I'm much more serious about it now, I want to get a workstation/workshop built in my spare room. What kind of modelling desks and related equipment do you all use? I'm quite interested in setting up proper holders for airbrushing equipment and also thinking about investing in a spray booth too................blimey, lots to consider. This looks like a fantastic site B)