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stigzler:
Painting... blurgh... don't like this bit....

Using a paint sprayer to apply.

Have put on the primer/undercoat. Pic:



So... what should I use for the topcoat(s)? Gloss (gulp!); Vinyl Silk; Satinwood or Eggshell (can you get black eggshell!?)?  I used Dulux diamond Trade White Eggshell on my doors at home some years ago - no fade - tough as donuts! Not bothered about 'piano finish.' Bit of sheen would be nice, but not too reflective.

Did some reading, but as ever - ended up more confused with many different answers and off-topics...

It can be any colour as long as it's black.

Oh, and preferably UK available!

Week off and really pushing hard to get cab finished (sure i've said that before). Wonder if I can get painting finished by end of tomorrow?

kahlid74:
If you're planing to use it for your sides as well, and you plan to had adhesive sides, you'll want Gloss or Semi-Gloss.  I typically use a Semi-Gloss Latex.

The key to remember is if you use Latex, you need to give it several days for the under-layers to solidify.
mgb:
How about Rustoleum Black Satin.
  I used that once on a cab and found I liked that the best for black. It's not too glossy or too flat.
stigzler:

--- Quote from: kahlid74 on November 18, 2013, 04:20:22 pm ---If you're planing to use it for your sides as well, and you plan to had adhesive sides, you'll want Gloss or Semi-Gloss.  I typically use a Semi-Gloss Latex.
The key to remember is if you use Latex, you need to give it several days for the under-layers to solidify.

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Thanks Kahlid - I'm placing Vinyl artwork on the sides. Would also prefer a more quick-drying solution as well (I know, I know... bit of a cardinal to rush the paint job, but on a time limit!)


--- Quote from: mgb on November 18, 2013, 04:24:30 pm ---How about Rustoleum Black Satin.

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Like the sound of this one, mgb. Problem is, the only one I can find is:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Rust-Oleum-Surface-Brush-Paint-Primer/dp/B008XGQF0W

Says got primer combined. I've already put on 2 coats of primer - would this matter?

Cheers for the responses chaps.
stigzler:
Checking alternatives -

Would using Outdoor wood/metal paint be a good approach. I'm guessing this stuff is quite durable and resistant to fading?

A lot of these @ 750ml - but not sure that'd cut it for two coats. So guessing I'm gonna need more like 2.5l (especially as I'm spraying)

Prob is - a lot of these £35!!! (Dulux)

What do you folks think to this as possibility:

http://www.diy.com/nav/decor/paint-woodcare/glosses-satins/Colours-Quick-Drying-Exterior-Satin-in-Black-13188673?skuId=13669419

Cheers
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