Harrogate009 Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Hi, I am not a modeller who can cut out a piece of plasticard perfectly all the time, so after producing nearly 20 buildings for my layouts now a bit of filler is in desperate need. However I am torn for which to buy. The two best types I can find seem to be Humbrol model filler and deluxe materials perfect plastic putty (Both available at buffers model railways, my closest model shop). Which of these are the best overall or is there another product more recommendable? Thanks, J. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Wintle Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Start here: http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/58542-best-body-filler/?hl=filler and there is another thread linked from that. Adrian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveb860 Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Been modelling many years, used most available fillers, now I use the perfect plastic putty, as it has a nice consistency, and excess can easily be be wiped off. Instead of Humbrol, I use Squadron Green (or white) putty which is a similar type,but l ess aggressive than Humbrol.(by which I mean it does not melt the plastic) I am sure many others will be along with their preferences and suggestions. Like most things, only by using will you be able to decide for yourself Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
corax67 Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 You may wish to consider Games Workshop "green stuff" which is available in a two-part putty and a new liquid version, both of which are excellent fillers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted February 19, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 19, 2014 I use Squadron Green (or white) putty Another vote for Squadron putty Cheers, Mick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrogate009 Posted February 19, 2014 Author Share Posted February 19, 2014 You may wish to consider Games Workshop "green stuff" which is available in a two-part putty and a new liquid version, both of which are excellent fillers. Is this the "Green stuff" you are talking about? Cheers, J. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leander Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Another vote for Squadron putty Cheers, Mick Ditto. It's quick drying and can be filed or smoothed with fine glass paper in little more than half an hour. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
corax67 Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Is this the "Green stuff" you are talking about? greenstuff.jpg Cheers, J. That's the stuff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmthtrains - David Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Superfine filler from b&q, doesn't even need sanding. Suitable for filling imperfections and gaps of up to 1mm David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Phil Parker Posted February 20, 2014 Administrators Share Posted February 20, 2014 I like the Perfect Plastic Putty - it seems finer than most and sticks to plastic in a way others don't. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Phil Parker Posted February 20, 2014 Administrators Share Posted February 20, 2014 Suddenly remembered, I liked it so much I blogged it a couple of years ago: http://philsworkbench.blogspot.co.uk/2012/12/tidy-corners.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted February 20, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 20, 2014 Suddenly remembered, I liked it so much I blogged it a couple of years ago: http://philsworkbench.blogspot.co.uk/2012/12/tidy-corners.html Sounds good.Can you use it on metal kits too or is it plastic only ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruciethefish Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Milliput is my first choice, followed by Holt's body putty from Halfords... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Phil Parker Posted February 21, 2014 Administrators Share Posted February 21, 2014 Sounds good.Can you use it on metal kits too or is it plastic only ? As far as I know, you can use it on anything. I do. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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