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wakerlet:
Hello all,

I'm almost through with my first MAME project and I have one last question.

What type of black paint should I use?  

The cabinet is a former Centipede cabinet that was converted to Big Event Golf.  The sides are now laminated solid green (yuck!).  Should I just spray paint the sides or use a roller?  Use flat, gloss, semi-gloss, eggshell?

Anyone willing to post some examples of their finished project?

Thanks,
Todd

Minwah:
I would say most people use a roller.  Personally I am going to roll on some 'satin' finish paint (kindof matt with a smooth finish, probably the same as what you call 'eggshell').

Some people use gloss, but I would probably stay away from matt/flat since it doesn't tend to wear very well.

Edit: I have limited experience with this, and my cabinet is not finished so probably a good idea to wait for other peoples opinions!  :)

DeathMonk:
I used a high quality semi-gloss applied with a medium nap roller.   Looks great!

ps - I also primed it first!

bioart:
I'm thinking of painting mine.  I'm building it out of 5/8" particle board.  I would assume primming would be a good idea...

I figure if the paint doesn't look that good, I can always attach formica panels to the main areas later. (and/or side-art once I decide on a logo)

Art

Jabba:
I am in the same stage of the build as you. Ready to paint the cab. Over the last few weeks I have been experimenting with the control (mobile) panel. Here are my results:

1. I used Primer as the first coat. Make sure the Primer is all purpose and can be applied to MDF. The wrong primer will ruin your CAB! (pour some water on a scrap piece and wait overnight to see what I mean.

2. I used Foam brushes (both roller and brush style). Very smooth finish with no lines. I Just threw them away when done after each coat (I am using melamine), live in the country on a septic system, and cannot use solvents to clean up brushes...

3. I tried a latex flat black. I hated it. I found it to mark and scratched very easily. Clean up is easy through

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