It really humid and unseasonably warm here in the metroplex. I've finally got all the equipment for non-stop airbrushing but I'm concerned about how the humidity might affect my work. Living in an apartment with two kids means all the work with vapors and chemicals has to be done on the deck. Does anyone know if high humidity will have a negative effect on the paintjob or will it just slow the dry time? John Bursi, Ft. Worth, TX
Interesting question. I suppose that it could. Years ago, when in the service, I was stationed in Louisiana. I learned there what humidity really was like. Are you using a solvent based paint? If so, I know that different thinners (reducers) are used for various temperature ranges. I wonder if you've a friend in the automotive business who could provide some insight? Or a local auto parts that might be willing to answer a few questions? Whatever you do, you'll want a quality moisture trap on your air brush! Boxcab E50
I have had bad luck airbrushing floquil when it's humid. I get spatters and have to drain the water out of the air seperator reservoir every 10 minutes. What ever you do, don't spray a solvent based clear coat, because it will take forever to dry. Stays sticky for 2 weeks! I bet the water based paints do quite well, however I never tried them, with the exception of Polly S clear gloss finish which does well, and dries in 15 mnutes to the touch.
