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To prevent having a drier area at each of the seams, it is advised to "move the dry spot around". This technique is especially useful for fast-drying finishes, or for paint jobs with many coats of color. However, it can also be used for primers, sealers, colors and clears, urethanes, epoxies, and enamels. For more information, see Brian Martin's article in this Hotrodders Bulletin Board forum discussion: [http://hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html Tip of the Day #30]. | To prevent having a drier area at each of the seams, it is advised to "move the dry spot around". This technique is especially useful for fast-drying finishes, or for paint jobs with many coats of color. However, it can also be used for primers, sealers, colors and clears, urethanes, epoxies, and enamels. For more information, see Brian Martin's article in this Hotrodders Bulletin Board forum discussion: [http://hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-30-a-74674.html Tip of the Day #30]. | ||
| − | == How to mix and spray | + | == How to mix and spray Lacquer == |
Lacquer has been used for many years in the hobby, | Lacquer has been used for many years in the hobby, | ||
| − | There were and still are | + | There were and still are many good looking lacquer paint jobs out there. One of the pros is that it dries extremely hard with a quick drying time. |
| − | You WILL NEED to sand and buff the whole project to get a smooth, shiny finish. If somebody is helping you spray it, they can know that modern | + | You WILL NEED to sand and buff the whole project to get a smooth, shiny finish. If somebody is helping you spray it, they can know that modern lacquers will basically spray the same as the old lacquers. If you spray lacquer clear; the clear coat, (as long as it is a quality product) will be easier to control. |
| − | You will need | + | You will need at least '''1 to 1 1/2 gallons''' of ''paint'' and about '''2 to 3 gallons''' of ''thinner'' for a car or truck. |
== How to mix and spray Acrylic Enamel == | == How to mix and spray Acrylic Enamel == | ||
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