Questions how to paint entire figure white without paint rubbing off

I have a black widow figure I want to paint a silvery white to make Moonstone... Is there a way to do this that wont rub off every time I move a joint? can the whole figure be dyed instead of painting? not sure how to go about this (or which paint to use even)... any help would be appreciated!

I think the best way would be to take the figure apart and dremel and sand the joints before painting.

Originally Posted by Jaybird

I think the best way would be to take the figure apart and dremel and sand the joints before painting.

This. Its the only thing I can think of.

You really can't dye to a lighter color, you can maybe fade it to a lighter hue, but that's about it....

I think you're gonna have to paint...

Take apart the entire figure, and sand the joints. No way around it really. You will get great results this way.

Originally Posted by edhellman

I have a black widow figure I want to paint a silvery white to make Moonstone... Is there a way to do this that wont rub off every time I move a joint?

Reducing Joint Rub and Paint Wear

Originally Posted by edhellman

can the whole figure be dyed instead of painting?

Not in the color you're trying to use, only dark(er) colors can be used for dying.

Originally Posted by edhellman

not sure how to go about this (or which paint to use even)

Jin's Basic Custom Figure Painting Guide

I've been wanting to paint the ROC desert Scarlett all white but it just ain't worth the trouble.