What is better to use-laquer or enamel for fibreglass
11-16-2003, 12:32 AM
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RE: What is better to use-laquer or enamel for fibreglass
I vote for enamel. I believe( so no way I can be wrong 
)it is more durable and gives a gloss if desired easily.
)it is more durable and gives a gloss if desired easily.
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RE: What is better to use-laquer or enamel for fibreglass
Haven't tried it but past experience indicates that lacquer tends to dissolve a lot of things. Lacquer can be rubbed out with polishing compound for a smoother finish. I would check with a small piece of scrap foam to see if it is lacquer resistant. Assume you are going to sheet the foam first.
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RE: What is better to use-laquer or enamel for fibreglass
Depends on your capabilities!!
Assuming you have spray equipment and you want the highest quality/ durable shine --automotive acrylic enamels or basecoat/clearcote systems are far superior with unlimited color selection
Lacquers are a pain but if you are modeling a WWII fighter or golden age aircraft they will give you a more realistic finish(obviously because lacquers is all they had in the 30's and 40's..acrylics and urethanes arrive much later)
They do have acrylic lacquers atr automotive paint supplies, however I understand they are a more brittle finish and ding easier than the enamels---check on that for yourself!! That was my understanding!!
Assuming you have spray equipment and you want the highest quality/ durable shine --automotive acrylic enamels or basecoat/clearcote systems are far superior with unlimited color selection
Lacquers are a pain but if you are modeling a WWII fighter or golden age aircraft they will give you a more realistic finish(obviously because lacquers is all they had in the 30's and 40's..acrylics and urethanes arrive much later)
They do have acrylic lacquers atr automotive paint supplies, however I understand they are a more brittle finish and ding easier than the enamels---check on that for yourself!! That was my understanding!!
