Rust

Started by FierceKitty, 21 August 2017, 02:32:22 PM

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FierceKitty

21 August 2017, 02:32:22 PM Last Edit: 21 August 2017, 02:35:45 PM by FierceKitty
Would early ironclads (currently putting finishing touches to Monitor and Virginia) have had obvious rusting on their plates?
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Duke Speedy of Leighton

Iron rusts really quickly, so I guess so? Were they painted black like other ironclads?
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Leman

They tended to be painted black or chocolate brown and showed plenty of rust. I achieve the look by using a brown wash.
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d_Guy

While not specifically related to rust, for those not aware of this particular museum:
http://www.monitorcenter.org/
Well worth the visit should you ever be in the Norfolk/Newport News area.
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