3D Printed Masks & Helmets, PLA 3D Filament, Red Hood Helmet Build

Finishing 3D Prints: How to Paint 3D Printed Parts

Posted on by Kevin

In this video I’ll cover how to paint, clear coat and detail 3D printed parts. Painting is not difficult but there are some rules you should follow to get the best finish. The main rule is patience, don’t rush coats or dry times.

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Items I used for the build

Dupli-Color ECS101007 Chrome Instant Enamel Spray – 11 oz.
 
Dupli-Color MC200 Red Metal Cast Anodized Color – 11 oz.
 
Dupli-Color – DA1692 General Purpose Acrylic Enamel Crystal Clear 12 oz.
 
Liquitex 2023469 0.74 oz Tubes Basics Acrylic Paint Set44; Assorted Color – Set of 12
 
OR
 
Liquitex BASICS 6 Tube Acrylic Paint Set, 22ml, Primary Colors
 
Paint Brush Set by heartybay, 2Pack 20 Pcs Nylon Hair Brushes for Acrylic Oil Watercolor Painting Artist Professional Painting Kits Paint Brushes
 
7 Rolls Fine Line Tape 0.06/0.8/0.01/0.12/0.24/0.5/0.75 Inches x 52 Yard, Thin Painters Tape Fineline Masking Tape, Automotive Pin Striping Tape for DIY Car Auto Paint Art, Yellow

Check out my 3D Printing Courses on Udemy

3D Resin Printing: From Star to Finish
3D Printing: From Start to Finish
How to Make Money With Your 3D Printer
Design Awesome Graphics For Social Media with Canva

STANDARD FDM 3D PRINTERS I LIKE

Ender 3
ENDER 3 S1
ENDER 3 PRO
ENDER 7 (affiliate link)
CREALITY CR-10
ELEGOO Neptune 2
ELEGOO Neptune 2S
ANYCUBIC Mega S
ANYCUBIC MEGA X

resin 3d printers i like

Peopoly 3D Resin Printers--
USE CODE 3DPRINTEDPROPS AND GET A BOTTLE OF RESIN (affilate link)
The Peopoly Phenom L
Peopoly Phenom
Peopoly Phenom Noir
Peopoly Phenom XXL
Elegoo Saturn - I love this printer!
https://amzn.to/390WNLo
Phrozen Sonic Mini
Anycubic Photon

Some Additional Items you will want to consider for Resin 3D Printing

Resin - https://amzn.to/2GfHUcH
Disposable Gloves - https://amzn.to/2SqG7Uu
Plastic Spatula - https://amzn.to/30vuX5c
Metal Spatula - https://amzn.to/33tYUoc
Isopropyl (IPA) - https://amzn.to/3jyATlm
Pickle Container - https://amzn.to/3cX3fDv
Funnel - https://amzn.to/3isSLgo
Paint Filters - https://amzn.to/2HP3LI8
Lunch Tray - https://amzn.to/2Snt9a0

Gear i'm using

Sony Alpha a6400 - https://amzn.to/2HNNi70
Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - https://amzn.to/3cZnIaO
Batteries - https://amzn.to/3lcqpbP
Lighting - https://amzn.to/30w2Xi3

Kevin