jpmurphy
Petty Officer 1st Class
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- Jan 14, 2009
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Re: Alum Gregor
Finished painting the bottom of my boat a couple of days ago. I sealed the paint with Rust-Oleum "Crystal Clear Enamael". Standing a few feet away , the finish is not even. There are glossy spots and flat spots. Like the difference between glossy paint and flat paint. I used the Rust-Oleum "Clear Metal Primer" ( couple of coats) and Rust-Oleum "Gloss Protective Enamel". (couple of coats) Both are white. I'm sure I got adequate coverage with the crystal clear enamel because in one spot I overdid it and the painted area actually "wrinkled". I did use steel wool between the coats of the paint.
Except for the very forward portion of the bow, none of this area will show except when trailered. However, there are other above-water line areas that I plan to paint. This "two tone" finish is not what I was hoping for.
Am I using the incorrect product for the finish/sealer ?
I see forum references to automotive finish/sealers but thought that referred to fiberglass gel coat or whatever. I'm a little fuzzy on sealing metal finishes as my experience has only been with woodworking and thats a whole different ball game.
Can't do anything about the paint for a couple of days yet due to the weather/temps but inquiring minds gotta know.
Thanx in advance.
Finished painting the bottom of my boat a couple of days ago. I sealed the paint with Rust-Oleum "Crystal Clear Enamael". Standing a few feet away , the finish is not even. There are glossy spots and flat spots. Like the difference between glossy paint and flat paint. I used the Rust-Oleum "Clear Metal Primer" ( couple of coats) and Rust-Oleum "Gloss Protective Enamel". (couple of coats) Both are white. I'm sure I got adequate coverage with the crystal clear enamel because in one spot I overdid it and the painted area actually "wrinkled". I did use steel wool between the coats of the paint.
Except for the very forward portion of the bow, none of this area will show except when trailered. However, there are other above-water line areas that I plan to paint. This "two tone" finish is not what I was hoping for.
Am I using the incorrect product for the finish/sealer ?
I see forum references to automotive finish/sealers but thought that referred to fiberglass gel coat or whatever. I'm a little fuzzy on sealing metal finishes as my experience has only been with woodworking and thats a whole different ball game.
Can't do anything about the paint for a couple of days yet due to the weather/temps but inquiring minds gotta know.
Thanx in advance.