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Post by wilmanric on Dec 5, 2018 14:03:56 GMT
Sorry guys, I didn't take enough pictures for a step-by-step, but I'll describe my process to you below. I went to Harbor Freight and I bought a 4'x12' canvas drop cloth. ~$8
I went to Lowes and bought a couple gallons of mix-mixed latex paint. ~$18 (but I have 95% of the paint left for other future projects...) I already had the "martian orange" color from a past 40k project. I cut the canvas into two 4x6 sections. I later cut one half into two 3x4 sections. I actually ironed them a bit to take out the really hard creases from sitting in their package.
I roughly and incompletely painted both canvas sheets with a darker base color. I didn't try to cover up the natural color of the canvas in some places. Then I painted on the tracks with a lighter color. They roll up nicely and I think through use they are even going to be more flexible and will lay down flat.
I have some natural sponges so I used them to make some green foliage using craft paints.
We're playing on these tonight, but I think they are going to be great.
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Post by sgtslag on Dec 5, 2018 19:07:24 GMT
Nice! Some sci-fi/historical/fantasy tabletop wargamers use the same canvas type materials as a base, painting, and flocking them, for battlefields. They are able to insert hard objects beneath them, to form flawless/seamless hills. It is an interesting approach. That glimpse of your asphalt roadway, with white dashed lines, is really intriguing. Love it! Thanks for sharing.
Working on a 12' x 21' game setup for an Army Men game, in January. Your example of canvas terrain mats are very inspiring for possible future games. As of now, we are taking a different approach, but the roll-out canvas option is intriguing... Cheers!
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Post by skunkape on Dec 5, 2018 19:27:04 GMT
I saw a YouTube video a few years back from one of the 40k guys I used to follow using caulking on canvas drop cloth to give it various textures, then painting it and finally being able to roll it up like you did.
I found the video that I was talking about,
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 6, 2018 13:46:38 GMT
I saw a YouTube video a few years back from one of the 40k guys I used to follow using caulking on canvas drop cloth to give it various textures, then painting it and finally being able to roll it up like you did. I found the video that I was talking about, Cool. I may try that when I make the third one I have cloth for -- thanks!
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 6, 2018 14:05:20 GMT
I saw a YouTube video a few years back from one of the 40k guys I used to follow using caulking on canvas drop cloth to give it various textures, then painting it and finally being able to roll it up like you did. I found the video that I was talking about, -- Here's the one I watched awhile back -- Lowes in Canada is cool...
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Post by skunkape on Dec 6, 2018 14:17:30 GMT
Here's the one I watched awhile back -- Lowes in Canada is cool... Hey, thanks for posting that!
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 6, 2018 15:07:47 GMT
Here's the one I watched awhile back -- Lowes in Canada is cool... Hey, thanks for posting that! I think it's kind of interesting that in Canada they've got a promo ad where pre-teens make a battlemat for 40k. Just cool.
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 6, 2018 15:13:32 GMT
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 7, 2018 14:15:15 GMT
I made one with the latex caulk -- I used some cheap Matchbox to make tire tracks in the caulk. Highlighted them with drybrushing. Turned out nice.
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Post by sgtslag on Dec 7, 2018 19:00:06 GMT
The caulk method is amazing in results, but it is even more amazing in that you can roll it up, and stow it away, when done, without damage! Nice work. Cheers!
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Post by factoriatabletop on Dec 10, 2018 9:44:00 GMT
very cool mat! i would like to ask what is " latex caulk..." and if is so expensive... the one you made on canvas also is amazing, i would like to leave a couple of pics about how i make my mats if you dont mind! i use a tablecloth for base...and i stamping with acrylics... here...with some stuff to see the scale and here checking different textures.... also i saw the YouTube links people have left...there is one channel called " read beard baron " and he has made a couple of tutorials about mats that are awesome.... i often always looking for the easy and fast way but is nice to see different ways to make mats... cheers!
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Post by sgtslag on Dec 10, 2018 14:25:54 GMT
I believe Europeans call it Mastic. It is used for sealing bathtubs and sinks, against water leaks. There two main types: latex, and silicone. The latex can be painted; the silicone will not take any type of paint, period. I would suggest looking for paintable, mastic. Cheers!
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Post by skunkape on Dec 10, 2018 14:31:38 GMT
Hey factoriatabletop, in answer to your question about caulk, it is normally used to seal seams around areas where water is used in homes. For instance, the bathroom tub, shower or sink. There are several different kinds, but latex tends to maintain it's flexibility when it has set (dried). If you do a Google search for it, you should find lots of ads for companies selling it. I did a search on Wikipedia and found the following article, DAP Products. DAP is one of the main manufacturers of caulk.
Let me know if you have any more questions!
Also, I've seen Red Beard Baron's channel and have watched quite a few of his videos. Don't remember seeing his game matt videos though. Thanks for posting!
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Post by skunkape on Dec 10, 2018 14:32:21 GMT
I believe Europeans call it Mastic. It is used for sealing bathtubs and sinks, against water leaks. There two main types: latex, and silicone. The latex can be painted; the silicone will not take any type of paint, period. I would suggest looking for paintable, mastic. Cheers!
Beat me to the post! LOL!
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Post by factoriatabletop on Dec 10, 2018 16:25:21 GMT
thanks very much sgtslag and skunkape for the info!! i checked on internet as well ( dont know why i didnt do it before asking here on the forum uhmmmm=( so i understood is a kind of silicone...even i found a place close where i work that sell this product, with a pistol! problem is that´s expensive stuff for me...i will try to find something similar ( and cheaper)
best regards!!
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Post by sgtslag on Dec 10, 2018 21:49:27 GMT
For the tarp gaming mats, whatever you use, will need to be flexible, to survive being rolled up, and unrolled, many, many times. A paintable, latex rubber substance is ideal. There may be other products which will work, I don't know. Best of luck! Cheers!
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 13, 2018 14:28:41 GMT
thanks very much sgtslag and skunkape for the info!! i checked on internet as well ( dont know why i didnt do it before asking here on the forum uhmmmm=( so i understood is a kind of silicone...even i found a place close where i work that sell this product, with a pistol! problem is that´s expensive stuff for me...i will try to find something similar ( and cheaper) best regards!! Sorry about the delay and thanks to everyone who replied --
It's less than $2 per tube. My 3'x4' mat used one tube (not fully coated) Probably 2 tubes per 4'x4' section is a good rule.
Definitely avoid silicone and buy something that says paintable.
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Post by factoriatabletop on Dec 17, 2018 13:18:21 GMT
thanks a lot wilmanric! i will give it a try, i loved the final result on the pics! cheers!
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Post by thedungeonmattster on Dec 17, 2018 13:56:53 GMT
This is awesome! And this Gaslands game? I've never heard of this! Rolling an investigation check now, with the DM's permission of course?!
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Post by wilmanric on Dec 17, 2018 16:51:17 GMT
This is awesome! And this Gaslands game? I've never heard of this! Rolling an investigation check now, with the DM's permission of course?! I know you can use the Google, but gaslands.com/Big fun! Fast! You get to mod Matchbox cars!!
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