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Re: Strip: Cure time
By:Dan Caouette (CSCWC)
Date: 7/19/2013, 2:39 pm
In Response To: Strip: Cure time (Jeff McGee)

How long do I need to wait before spraying on an automotive clear coat after an epoxy coat and sanding.

Good rule of thumb: Epoxy should cure for a solid week at room temperature for any finish. Two weeks wouldn't hurt. The epoxy may shrink a bit. Let it cure for a week then do your final sanding. Afterwards wash it down with water, dry it, do a final wipe with reducer and then spray.

Messages In This Thread

Strip: Cure time
Jeff McGee -- 7/19/2013, 1:29 pm
Re: Strip: Cure time
Dan Caouette (CSCWC) -- 7/19/2013, 2:39 pm
Re: Strip: Cure time
Marc Upchurch -- 7/19/2013, 10:53 pm
Re: Strip: Cure time
Jeff McGee -- 7/23/2013, 6:35 pm
Re: Strip: Cure time
Bill Hamm -- 7/21/2013, 1:38 am