Could someone please tell me which is the best clear coat to use before applying decals. I have read a lot of reports from different people and they all have their own favorites. I know it boils down to personal choice but there must be one product out there that stands out from the crowd.
I usually spray Humbrol Clear Cote Gloss.
Thanks.....Des.
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Clear Coat?

wombat58

Joined: March 26, 2009
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Posted: Monday, April 20, 2009 - 07:27 PM UTC

TuomasH

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Posted: Monday, April 20, 2009 - 11:18 PM UTC
SC Johnsons Klear floor wax

JackFlash

Joined: January 25, 2004
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Posted: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 03:36 AM UTC
I use "Testors" dullcote and glosscote in most instances.

Kornbeef

Joined: November 06, 2005
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Posted: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 06:19 AM UTC
Citadel ardcoat gloss matt and satin Acrylic from Games Workshop *not aerosol*
(Warhammer) good stuff in my mind....other than that klear comes in handy too
Keith
(Warhammer) good stuff in my mind....other than that klear comes in handy too
Keith

thegirl

Joined: January 19, 2008
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Posted: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 06:37 AM UTC
For my gloss cote I use future as posted up top in this thread . can use it from the bottle or runthrough your airbrush . doesn't need to thinned but you can if you like with acrylic thinner and cleans up with water . For dullcote I use testors either in a spray can or bottle for brushing .

wombat58

Joined: March 26, 2009
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Posted: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 08:21 AM UTC
Thanks guys and gals, you have been most helpful.
The SE5a in 1/32 I'm building is just about done, looking pretty good (in my eyes).
I've tried graphite powder as a highlighter for the first time, gives the plane a real used look about it.
I will continue on through the wee small hours of the night....thanks again.
Des.
The SE5a in 1/32 I'm building is just about done, looking pretty good (in my eyes).
I've tried graphite powder as a highlighter for the first time, gives the plane a real used look about it.
I will continue on through the wee small hours of the night....thanks again.
Des.
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