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Semigloss or gloss paint on a cab?
MonitorGuru:
- No latex
- SAND, PRIME and re-sand first!
- Build up a solid base color with FLAT or ULTRA FLAT black
- Spray 1 or at most 2 final coats with a Semi or full Gloss
(Building up a base with flat ensures you wont get runs by over spraying the glossy stuff that makes runs all too easily)
I actually avoid full gloss on everything. I use Semi-Gloss on all metal control panels/coin doors/marquee holders. I use SEMI-FLAT (rustoleum) on wood that is touched. Just a *hint* of sheen and more cleanable than the chalkboard-like coating of flat or ultra-flat. I use ultra-flat (rustoleum) to spray the plywood surrounding a monitor/etc.. to prevent any side reflection of picture behind plexiglass, and just plain flat (other cheap brands) as the base for all other painting.
bionicbadger:
--- Quote from: OSCAR on June 08, 2004, 07:23:01 pm ---I've heard that Rustoleum semi-gloss black enamel is amost a perfect match for original Galaga cabs, and people have used that for touch-up with good results. Definitely use an enamel paint, not latex. You will get a much better finish.
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I used the rustoleum type stuff for outdoor anti rust use or something. It seems thicker than normal paint. Very happy with it. I would reccommend it. It was semi-gloss I believe.
I only had time to put on one coat over the primer, but it turned out fantastic.
RayB:
Would any of you recommend painting by roller instead of spray?
AlexSledge:
I have sprayed the insides (work area) of cabs where there was a lot of black to lighten it up for working in medium/low light conditions. Since it's inside where it's generally seen by no one but myself might as well make life a little bit easier. Of course I use the cheap stuff for this.
Outside it's semi-gloss all the way unless it's an oddball (i.e. texture'd or something).