I plan to use this spray to refinish an older formica table top. I also plan to pour Rustoleum's epoxy over it for a high gloss finish. Does anyone foresee any problems or issues?
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I would think that it would work but I would use some course sand paper on the formica if it is a real smooth finish. Use the sand paper to rough up the surface so the paint will adhere better to the formica surface and give you a better painted surface that will last longer. Let the paint cure up to two days between coats of paint and two days before you use the epoxy. Hope this helps and good luck.
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I painted 2 metal bird that I had outside & then sealed them with a spray epoxy once the painted cured a couple of days. I had no problems.
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I used the verde green, and I found that it had pretty much of a medium glossy finish. I used it on an old gold/bronze chandelier 2 coats. This describes formicahttp://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/construction/materials/formica1.htm. I see no reason why it wouldn't work.
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Yes, this is the stuff you want to use. I used it on my garage and put it over my rustoleum epoxy shield gray color. I did it almost a year ago and it looks just as shiny as the day I did it. Make sure to use the grit (aluminum oxide) it comes with to mix into the clear coat in the bucket or the floor will be extremely slippery if ever gets even slightly wet. You have to do it within 30 hours (I think) of laying down the primary color or you have to scuff the entire floor for it adhere properly. The instructions will clearly state this. This stuff is extremely durable. I have rolled heavy floor jacks over it and put jack stands on it and it doesn't even get scratched. Any liquids (even harsh ones) just wipe up with a per towel. If you use one can go very heavy on the application or buy two and do two coats over two days. I did one garage with one heavy coat and one garage with two medium coats and the two coats look better than the heavy coat but it also took two cans. You have to have someone with a strong flashlight (wife?) following you and shining it at a very low angle to make sure you overlap edges and don't miss anything.
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I have used this product on various projects. To get the best results, you should remove any excess material (loose and flaking rust, peeling paint, etc.). You can just apply it to any rusty spot and help interrupt the rust cycle. If you have too much material over the base/core rusty metal, it may not react to halt the on going rusting action.
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One of the reviewers (C. Andre) gave it a 5 star review and said they sprayed it first with a couple of coats of Rust-Oleum 1906830 Lacquer Spray, Clear, 11-Ounce from Amazon. With that tip, I bought it (just received today) and plan to do the same before using. I've found nothing else with these design features, and am hoping to improve on my previous InterDesign Forma tray, InterDesign Forma Kitchen Countertop Sink Organizer for Sponges, Scrubbers, Soap
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I cannot give you an answer because I used it with a primer and only used this paint on some hardware for drawers from ikea. If you can prime the aluminum, I would assume it will be fine. Btw...the hardware I painted had a bit of a matte finish to it already too. The gold color itself is really nice. Sorry...
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Yes, I have done it many times. Just be careful not to remove too much of the original finish once it has melted with the Formby's. After you have evened it out, I suggest using the Formby's Tung Oil, really puts on a nice finish. Use multiple thin coats.
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This is a great produce but I think you have to use it on unfinished furniture or fuiriture that has been stripped. I am not sure it will work well over an existing finish such as shellac or varnish or polyurethane.
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If you were to use this on varnished surfaces, it might tend to seat on the surface and get gummy. It is best used on open grained surfaces. It is really a form of rub on varnish that needs to penetrate the surface. I have had very good results using it on old, cracked varnished surfaces like you would have on antique pieces. Use several light coats, never try to put a thick coat down. Rub the excess off between coats after it has sit for 15 to 30 minutes. I have a boat with an open grained teak interior that I use this on and it looks great. I have built numerous pieces of furniture made from pine, teak, cherry and other woods and find that multiple coat of this (6+) provide a very attractive finish that holds up well with a single recoat every 6 months to a year instead of wax or furniture polish.
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I used it on s table top and it got a scratch. I would not use it again because of the cost, smell and extra long dry time. I prefer oil based poly.
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My suggestion would be to sand off any rust first. If its a large are then I would go Sherwin Williams for the primer and go with their recommendation for the metal primer. If its a small area then rustoleum should be fine. I would plan to apply 3 coats of Kool Seal. If you do go to the paint store then I would take the can of Kool seal with you to shake it. Its thick.
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Sandi, I do not know the answer to that. We used it all & disposed of the can. It worked beautifully for us though & I still recommend. What are you priming with it? We used on formica as it was the only product I could find for that purpose. Good luck. Annette
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I've not used it on formica, my counter tops are lacquered wood but the counter top doesn't get particularly hot beneath the griddle which is elevated by plastic legs about 1 ½" from the counter top.
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Hi. I have been working with paints all my life. Working forDuPont and Val-Spar. I have used vinyl finishes a few time on my own stuff and works well. I have had no problems with cracks or peeling (due to a flex additive) but for everyday use I feel it will wear through after everyday sliding back and forth as this is a thin material being sprayed and will take a few coats for decent coverage. The articles Ive sprayed in the past were chairs that did not get much use but looks good. But for the price it can't hurt to try. At worst just touch it up from time to time. Hope this helps a little anyway. Thanks.
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That would be along the lines of what this sprayer was meant for. However, I'd be inclined to believe that it's better suited for traditional enamels such as you could buy in quart cans at a home center. I don't know that I'd want to spray any hot lacquers through it, or anything too exotic such as two part isocyanates or anything else where you'll want to be wearing a 'space suit' and breathing through a supplied air respirator. Now, those could work! But I've never tried it, and I'd want to hear from someone who has before attempting it. Rustoleum or the like, absolutely. Do be sure to properly thin whatever you spray, of course.
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It will enhance the gloss look as well as provide a little of additional protection. When I did my floor I've used the Rust-Oleum Professional kits in gray. After doing two coats of the Pro kit the shine was there but some spots had a little duller look to it. After applying this gloss kit it really brought the look of the floor to a nice consistent shine all around. I'm sure you might have heard before but the key in a long lasting finish is the prep as well as using a decent quality product. Stay away from water based and use solids based stuff. My garage floor was a 30 year old bare concrete slab which came out great in the end. My prep involved a floor buffer with a diamond wheel, then pressure washed it few times as well as concrete etch. Here's a picture of the floor after two coats of Professional kit: http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p501/mbzowski/Garage%20Redo/IMG_5161.jpg Here's a picture of the floor after the Clear Shield: http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p501/mbzowski/Garage%20Redo/IMG_5169.jpg http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p501/mbzowski/Garage%20Redo/IMG_5166.jpg
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I don't know if it will work on formica - I currently am using it on our corian counter tops. It does add a nice shine/glass to them.
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I use this product exclusively on my Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Dining table with no ill effects. The man that made the new top for my table (I wanted a wider, bigger table, so I used the original pedestals and had a new top made) insisted that we use only Oz on the wood. It cleans nicely and does not leave a waxy residue. It hasn't effected the finish or the quality of shine at all. If it works on my table, it should work on your cabinets as well. BTW, I've used Oz for three years.