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Title: Paint Compatibilty?
Post by: flint kemper on May 05, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
Ok, I am using Rustoleum Gloss enamel out of a spray can and wondered if the minwax oil based polyurethane would be ok for the clear? This is on wood arrows also. I am going to use Bob Burtons cresting paint for the crest. Thanks for replies. Flint
Title: Re: Paint Compatibilty?
Post by: Jeff Sample on May 06, 2008, 09:45:00 AM
Bob's water-based cresting paints will be fine under the Minwax, but the Minwax may cause your enamel to loosen and run (for lack of a better description). I assume that the enamel is for a cap dip. General rule of thumb - used water-based cresting paints with oil or lacquer finish. If you have to dip in an oil finish after using oil-based cresting paints (e.g., Testors), dip the crested end in Minwax polyacrylic (water based) first. That will keep your crest from running, especially the metalic paints.