Helias_Tancred Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Subject line says it all. I'm tired of spending $10+ for a can of Purity Seal, which is hit or miss? Thanks. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major_Gilbear Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Testors Dullcote. Spendy and smelly, but the best finish I've ever had on a model. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4460864 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Do you airbrush at all? I've taken to spraying a coat of Future floor polish through the airbrush, which is super glossy but protects incredibly well. From there, I spray Lahmian Medium (thinned with a little airbrush thinner) with a tiny pinch of 'Ard Coat to get a nice satin finish. Without the 'Ard Coat it's too matte and looks dusty. It works for me, and spraying through an airbrush makes the paint stretch a lot farther. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4462561 Share on other sites More sharing options...
old git Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Years ago I discovered a matt varnish in a local radio controlled model shop. They do the balsa airplanes and boats etc so the varnish has to be flame retardant. The matt finish is the best I've ever used (in 25+ years of painting). I'm at work at the moment and I can't remember it's name, I'll post it up tonight when I get home. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4463144 Share on other sites More sharing options...
old git Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Found it; http://www.sussex-model-centre.co.uk/shopexd.asp?id=5104 Scroll down the list to the Matt Clear. As I said above, it's the best matt varnish I've ever used. Unfortunately, as with all spray cans, it can't be sent through the post so look for a local supplier. If you do use it make sure you take all the usual precautions (temperature, humidity etc). Give your models a good coat but remember it's an enamel paint so leave it at least 24 hours to go off and probably 36 to dry properly. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4464029 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share Posted August 13, 2016 Do you airbrush at all? I've taken to spraying a coat of Future floor polish through the airbrush, which is super glossy but protects incredibly well. From there, I spray Lahmian Medium (thinned with a little airbrush thinner) with a tiny pinch of 'Ard Coat to get a nice satin finish. Without the 'Ard Coat it's too matte and looks dusty. It works for me, and spraying through an airbrush makes the paint stretch a lot farther. No. I use brushes. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4466424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShVagYeR Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 I use this one and it's never failed me: https://www.amazon.com/TAMIYA-TS-80-Clear-Spray-Laquer/dp/B000ZVO3YS Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4470555 Share on other sites More sharing options...
appiah4 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 I swear by Liquitex Permament Acrylic Varnish. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/324555-any-suggestions-on-a-spray-matte-finishsealer/#findComment-4472420 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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