Using aquarium plastic paints on base

[Tabris_]

I'm thinking about how the bases for my upcoming Eldar army are going to be and decided to make jungle bases. I bought some plastic plants for aquariums, similar to those:

Some of those are just plainly green and done with a very cheap plastic that easily bends. I think they old look a little out of place in a base. Somebody has an idea about what can i do? I think that if i paint over them i may have problems if they bend, destroying the paints. Somebody has tried that before? What can i do to improve their look.

 

[PegaZus]

I have used them before, a Reaper goblin. The green plant leaves in the picture was originally orange. Now, I have to say that I was using cheap paint at this point, but it did flake off really bad when bent later. It may have been too thick, so that may have been a problem.

So, I'd say it's probably okay for display models, but not gaming models. And nicer paints might make a difference.

 

[Tabris_]

I have used them before, a Reaper goblin. The green plant leaves in the picture was originally orange. Now, I have to say that I was using cheap paint at this point, but it did flake off really bad when bent later. It may have been too thick, so that may have been a problem.

So, I'd say it's probably okay for display models, but not gaming models. And nicer paints might make a difference.

I think i'll try testing. It's exactly for my army so i'll have to not use them or leave unpainted if it doesn't work.

 

[freakinacage]

the problem with these is that the plastic is very shiny and the paint doesn't adhere too well, so when they bend it cracks. a strong primer might help. or maybe just a coat of matt varnish would help them look better

 

[Tabris_]

the problem with these is that the plastic is very shiny and the paint doesn't adhere too well, so when they bend it cracks. a strong primer might help. or maybe just a coat of matt varnish would help them look better

Thx for the idea about the varnish. I'll make some experiences.