When using this to apply a clear coat for models what do you use to clean your paint brushes? An acrylic thinner? Thank you.
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I've never cleaned brushes, but to remove this from copper plates, we use washing soda. Also, LA Awesome removes most acrylic products, along with its intended use to clean dirt, grease and other stuff. It will remove acrylic paint from tables, so try that. Or, washing soda. I use Pledge as a varnish to make printing plates directly or on copper as an acid resist. Like the other reply, if all else fails, ammonia works. I just don't like the smell!
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Hi there,when you clean your brushes use ammonia and hot water swish your brushes for a few minutes ,rinse then wash with mild soap dawn and hot water rinse this will clean your brushes.
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You can also use washing soda. A lot nice to use than ammonia! LA Awesome cleaner also cuts through acrylic. I get that cleaner at the Dollar store.
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That's exactly what I used it for and it worked great. Be sure to clean off any loose paint or previously applied sealants. Clean the area with alcohol or other cleaner that does not leave a residue.
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What kind paint r u talking about.To me it looks like acetone.if u need like really strong stuff,get some paint thinner.
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Definitely a paint brush with blotting, but test on a small area first ... this stuff is quite glossy if it pools at all, and if your surface is what I'm picturing then you might end up with lots of little glossy spots that will make you wish you had used a more "natural look" product.
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This is intended to make the paint more flexible after drying, making it great for fabric. However I wouldnt recommend it particularly for figurines, an acrylic model paint would serve you better.
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As I use lots of water to clean the machine with I'm siding with the other people that have answered the question to stay away from non water based paint. If you're thinking of thin lacquers or varnishes a regular spray gun would be better suited for that work.
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Diluting is a personal choice. Thin coats will mean more coats, it's going to depend on what your painting. If you were using a brush or roller you would end up using 2x the amount of paint than a sprayer. So just experiment on something similar too see how thin you can go. Hope that helps.
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I've never tried a brush. I just clean every once in a while by running a mixture of vinegar & water thru a cycle -- or sometimes use soda instead of vinegar. I would think the vinegar solution would clean out the residue. Just run another cycle with clear water after using the vinegar solution.
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there is a paint thinner by createx or depending on what you want to use it for.. clear windex works good for me.. ( I use this for spray painting finger nail designs)
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I used 2 coats of 511 Impregnator Sealer & then lightly sanded it again & then applied 3 coats of AFM Safecoat Acrylacq Gloss. The Acrylacq is food safe & easy to use. I would highly recommend.
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Yes.. this is the same product.. Used to put a clear coat on models, clear up model windshields etc. You can dip the parts, airbrush like paint, or put it on with a brush. self-leveling.. Have also heard it will put a nice acrylic shine on a kitchen floor, but I have never used it for that purpose..
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Soak in acetone (or similar polish remover) for a minute or so. Rinse with water or wipe with a wet wipe and allow for them to air dry. Do it in a glass dish or similar (I use a shot glass) because acetone can ruin plastics. Also be careful not to fill acetone past the metal part because it will ruin the white paint on the brushes (found out the hard way)
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Works well with latex/acrylic paints. Make sure the base coat is applied well and not to thin.
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I usually use a higher quality spray or brush on sealer, depending on the predominant art medium I have used on the piece. I have often used the krylon as a final coat before framing with great success. One thing to remember ..be sure to allow each layer to dry completely before spraying more krylon on your artwork. If not it may make for some clouding of the piece. I usually Let dry for at least 24 hours before framing
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It is OK, but right now the world is changing , good acrylics are available and are available in more and stronger colors and they are sold here on Amazon. Testors used to be the standard, but it is an enamal and the solvent is an alcohol, between colors the paint brushes have to be cleaned in this alcohol. Acrylics are water based and the brushes are cleaned in water. Again both will work, especially if you are starting with a new card and not just touching up an existing card.
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Get one that has little to no fuzz. You won't be able to use it on the first coat. You need the brush to get intothe cracks, crevices, etc. Second/third coat--roller was great. Got a very smooth covering with no drip marks.
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I used a natural brush at first, found it shed too much. It is best from my experience to use a basic acrylic brush.