Weathering techniques along leading edge

[Steve Fox]

Hi folks. Looking for a tip or advice of weathering the leading edge on my wing.

I have noticed a lot of pictures of WWI Warbird with linen covering show through the painted surface and also the taping over the ribs of the wing 

My colour is silver and I want a little linen color showing through along the edge.

your thoughts will be most appreciated 

cheers Steve NZ 

Edited July 5, 2023 by Steve Fox
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[Jon H]

Did you paint the linen covering silver? if so some fine wet n dry rubbed on the front will do the job nicely

[Steve Fox]

Hi there Jon

 

Thanks for your reply  

19 hours ago, Jon - Laser Engines said:

Did you paint the linen covering silver? if so some fine wet n dry rubbed on the front will do the job nicely

The silver is just your standard covering film.

I am on a budget with this building and are having to use what I have at hand  

I sprayed the silver film with a Army brand dull varnish spray. I found in the past that this sticks really well to the film and is flexible.

So I have painted some French linen colour on ,it is water based with a slight amount of solvent in.

I think this helps meld the paint to the varnish base. 

I will top coat with silver and weather it back.

Maybe it will work, will have to wait and see 

Cheers Steve 👍 NZ