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Offline nmroberto

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flat clear coat
« on: September 03, 2016, 08:15:50 AM »
I know I saw a thread on this subject here, but I can't find it now.

What is the best clear coat to use if I want a very flat or dead flat finish?
Robert

Offline ModelingBob

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #1 on: September 03, 2016, 09:48:14 AM »
Testors Dullcote

Offline Ssasho0

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #2 on: September 03, 2016, 10:10:53 AM »
I am using Tamiya's acrylic flat clear, works like a charm for me :)
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Offline lcarroll

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #3 on: September 03, 2016, 12:02:36 PM »
   I use Testor's Dullcote for a really flat finish but lately have found that Vallejo's Polyurethane Matt Varnish # 26.651 works just as well and is compatible with decals and lacquer, enamel, and acrylic base coats. It's a great product and thinned with their # 71.161 Airbrush Thinner sprays beautifully at about 20 psi on the Airbrush.
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Lance

Offline nmroberto

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #4 on: September 04, 2016, 03:00:09 AM »
Thanks 
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Offline ALBATROS1234

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #5 on: September 12, 2016, 02:58:57 PM »
testors dullcote for me but spray in very thin coats and allow dry time.spray too wet and you get an eggshell finish instead of dead flat and also if you spray over decals make sure you spray a few light coats allowing for drying or any laquer will eat decals.

Offline drdave

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #6 on: September 12, 2016, 05:53:15 PM »
I use Windsor and Newton artists flat which is dead flat, they need with water and dries in seconds.alclad never dries for me. Always tacky.

Offline zavod44

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Re: flat clear coat
« Reply #7 on: November 10, 2016, 04:22:35 AM »
Just be sure to keep the Testors stuff warm.  If it gets cold it turns white.  Keep it in your pocket before you spray.....