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Re: Airbrushing
By:shawn hartnett
Date: 4/20/2000, 2:24 pm
In Response To: Airbrushing (Paul)

: I have two boats. One fiberglass (with gel coat), the other is plastic (HTP)
: what type of paint would you use for an air brush design on either boat?

: I do realize that latex base housepaint and water soluble poster paits are
: bad choices.

: I am concerned that if I use a laquer base that the flexing of the hull will
: cause eventual cracking/peeling etc... I don't know if this would effect
: enamel in this way. It seems to be less brittle, but I don't know for
: sure.

: What would/do boat builders use? Or if anyone knows a good library source
: would help.

: Any information will be appreciated.

: Thanks,

: Paul

paul

most automotive parts stores will have the "paint" used in restoration of dashboards and plastic trim. i have used this for changing color or covering small cracks ie: scratches on the back of a fold down bucket seat from climbing into the back seat. that should work on the plastic. the other one i would try a two part paint that will work with out primer and scuff the surface first air brush the design on then polish everything with 600-800-and rubbing compound. shawn

Messages In This Thread

Airbrushing
Paul -- 4/19/2000, 9:30 am
Re: Airbrushing
shawn hartnett -- 4/20/2000, 2:24 pm
Re: Airbrushing
Dennis -- 4/19/2000, 9:50 am
Re: Airbrushing
Paul -- 4/19/2000, 11:21 am