simpo Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Ok as some of you know I am painting a lip. When I lacquer it 1.do I let the paint dry and then lacquer 2.lacquer while the paint is still tacky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIKH25 Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Let the paint dry then rub it back gently using plenty of water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 laquer when the paint is still tacky!! most people make this mistake, the laquer will be part of the paint, which will give a better finish and last longer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIKH25 Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 laquer when the paint is still tacky!! most people make this mistake, the laquer will be part of the paint, which will give a better finish and last longer Really? Are you not supposed to rub it down first though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Interesting that there's two different views on it, suppose you could always give it a try Nick and see if it turns out better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simpo Posted May 24, 2014 Author Share Posted May 24, 2014 So what do I do then lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Well, I let my paint dry and then lacquered and it didn't turn out very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 On my spoiler that is. Worked fine on my wheels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simpo Posted May 24, 2014 Author Share Posted May 24, 2014 Maybe wet for plastic dry for metal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 In practice it's always best to wait the appropriate drying time before applying the lacquer. Applying it before it cures means that the base won't properly harden, which will result in poor adhesion and more prone to chips and cracking. In theory, it does sound like the lacquer will stick better to a tacky base, but it won't last quite as long. Wet drying your colour coat before applying the lacquer will result in a much better finish, just make sure that the panel is completely dry before the lacquer goes on. Best person to talk to is Rich (civicturbo79) or contact him through Dynodaze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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