Application Guide

[Dead Presidents]

Monster Kolor Application Instructions

1. Wipe figure down 2-3 times with 70% rubbing alcohol THROUGHLY ! (even in the hard to reach areas)


2 Pour color directly into airbrush..For brighter color application shake up & spray white base as your first coat and then layer your colors on top of the white.

3. Layer your colors in sequence from light to dark. Example : White,Yellow,Orange,Blue, Purple,etc
Color can be poured back into bottle to eliminate waste

4. After Colors are applied now you can add specialty paints direct over paints. Example : Pearls,Flakes,etc

Note : the colors will appear dull in appearence up to this point. Dont worry this is correct.


5. Once all paint is applied, warm over figure with blow dryer to dry up any remaining areas in preperation for clear coating.


6. Clear Coat : Use in a well ventilated area! Must use an OSHA approved respirator while spraying. This is a 2 component system. It is mixed 2:1 ( 2 parts clear 1 part activator) . Mix small amount with mixing cup provided. For micro mixture please mix 1 part clear ½ part activator.


Usually, 1 coat of clear is all that’s required for the desired gloss level. If you chose to do 2 coats please allow 15 minutes wait time before 2nd coat of clear application.

7. Place figure in a dust free environment at 60 degrees or warmer for 24 hours to cure.

8. If your going to store Monster Kolor for a long period of time between uses I recommend placing the cap plugs back into the bottles to avoid air getting into the bottle and possibly evaporating the solvents out of the paint.

[Jack Fields]

When you add laquer thinner, remember this: MIX IT OUTSIDE THE GUN. Do not simply pour it into the gun. Mix it in a separate cup, because when you add the thinner it will create large clumps that will clog up your nozzle. Use a stick to stir it up into a fine mixture.

[Colby M Blair]

Thanks for the tips guys!

[Jack Fields]

I've found that the activator tends to dry out even when the plastic cap is kept in the bottle. My activator now lives in a sealed bag inside a sealed container.

[Paperdaniel]

i agree jack. it seems to get "slow" or gel-like after sometime if not used up quickly. i have found that if you combine your separate activators(if like me you had far more than one bottle) in a good pyrex hermetic lab bottle - it doesnt degrade as noticeably. for some people who use this stuff like water everyday it probably doesnt matter, but i usually am limited to the weekends. i have switched over to glass bottles and ampules...and standard glass chemistry droppers - i am always amazed at how little mk paint product is needed for adequate coverage. a little going a long way is a helluva understatement. it sure aint anything like acrylics and nothing like oils. amazing stuff this paint.

Jack Fields said:

I've found that the activator tends to dry out even when the plastic cap is kept in the bottle. My activator now lives in a sealed bag inside a sealed container.

[dogmeatsausage]

Is there any particular lacquer thinner that works best with these paints?

[Paperdaniel]

Ok matt. I have a simple question that I've been meaning to ask you for a long time.
I absolutely love the look of vinyl after it has been cleaned gently but fastidiously with 70% alchohol. No fingerprints no dust...means the light can pass through and you see nothing but color. Can I use a diluted solution.of alc and water on a micrsham to gently wipe down long finished work without fear of degrading the finish...only on sculpts that have had their clearcoat all set for many days? Is this ok? It sure looks ok.

[Dead Presidents]

 Great Question ! 

 Yes, you can wipe figure down with 70% alcohol and water mix 50-50 after it has cured for at least 72 hours. 

Paperdaniel said:

Ok matt. I have a simple question that I've been meaning to ask you for a long time.
I absolutely love the look of vinyl after it has been cleaned gently but fastidiously with 70% alchohol. No fingerprints no dust...means the light can pass through and you see nothing but color. Can I use a diluted solution.of alc and water on a micrsham to gently wipe down long finished work without fear of degrading the finish...only on sculpts that have had their clearcoat all set for many days? Is this ok? It sure looks ok.

[Paperdaniel]

Thank you so much for your expedient reply. I have been doing this since I started using mk. My mk painted toys and my transluscents get handled a lot. And I do mean a lot. I even like to give them more attention than normal when I put the clearcoat down because of this. I don't put my stuff behind glass. Not my kaiju at least, it messes up the whole experience to me. I have been using a 50/50 solution to keep them finger printless and dustfree whenever they need it. Man do they sparkle. Blow your mind sometimes how bright and deep the colors will look when the light can get through and bounce around without the grease and dust on the surface. I had hoped I was in the right. Seemed fine. Anybody not doing this...man are you in for a surprise. Especially if you use any of the mk special paints like pearls or dusts in your work..boy are you in for a nice shocker.

[Paperdaniel]

- and I have a sweet toy cleaning tip for you, and toytips rule. When you are rendering your toys fingerprintless and sparkly, you will notice it becomes hard not to re-print them at the same time because you have to handle them. The pharmacy sells thin white soft cotton gloves for about $4 a pair. Little box. They fit snug like the latex ones but are way more comfortable. I have always used them for reading rare books and handling prints and archival stuff. They are a helluva tool to have around always. Usually found near the bandages. Enjoy seeing those colors pop.

[Michael McGowan]

Hi thanks for the tips, I'm wondering what I can use as a reducer...  Most of the bottles are fine, but some of them are a little thick...  Thanks in advance

[Dead Presidents]

Lacquer thinner works fine to thin mk. Add in very small amounts to avoid over thinning.
Michael McGowan said:

Hi thanks for the tips, I'm wondering what I can use as a reducer...  Most of the bottles are fine, but some of them are a little thick...  Thanks in advance

[Paperdaniel]

i have another nifty painting tip. -always be on the lookout for a trusty spare tool just in case the equipment gremlins get you...and they can get you at the worst times; ate my compressor a few months back. the fluctuatingly frustrating economy does have its strong moments- i did not just pick up a brand spankingnew in the box iwata hp-ch for 50clams. it must be a dream. one hella spare gun to luck into for fitty dollas.