Can I use 2 covering (layers) of tissue

Szyp · Post by **Szyp** » Mon Jun 20, 2011 10:15 am

I am currently working on the Spitfire 403LC and it is for static exhibit only. My question is this: can I cover the framework with first a layer of medium tissue, and then a second layer of metallic aluminum colored paper? If so.do I just apply the second covering as I did the first, or after shrinking, or do I just put on the second layer as per the first, and shrink both together? I don't know where I get these ideas from, but it makes sense to me - danger Will Robinson, or just go and do it?

jensheydel · Post by **jensheydel** » Mon Jun 20, 2011 10:26 am

Mmm I would not do it but my first question is why would you want to do this?

Cheers, Jens

ADW 123 · Post by **ADW 123** » Mon Jun 20, 2011 10:27 am

really, for sake of efficiency, i would just use one kind of tissue

SteveM · Post by **SteveM** » Mon Jun 20, 2011 10:32 am

I doubt it would work due to different stretch and contraction rates of the materials and the tendency to bind up on each other. Never try a new technique on the model, build a quick mock-up frame using scrap balsa and try a few techniques on it to see how it works, keeping in mind a simple frame lacks the compound curves of a model.

Szyp · Post by **Szyp** » Mon Jun 20, 2011 11:25 am

Good advice. Thank you. No more screwy ideas for a while.