[TheForge] Epoxy PRIMER?

Tue Jan 15 09:16:00 2002

Another source are sign painting supplies. MAP, which I think stands for
Matthews Acrylic Paint, makes some incredible exterior finishes for signs.

Ray Miller
Cincinnati

-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Harding [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2002 9:09 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [TheForge] Epoxy PRIMER?

    In my paint experience, if you are not going to use some exotic
finish, Rustoleum is about the best paint for protection, readily
available.  Yes... It looks thick, that's why it holds up, there is
something there.

   Just can't get anything good for nothing,  good protection is a
matter of constant care or a coating that doesn't break down. Takes
effort &/or money.  Often giving up the "perfect" look for the
sensible preservation of the piece.
     A gunsmith will tell you that even hot salt bluing will not hold
up if not kept oiled.  That's about as close to "naked" as you can get
for metal, but it doesn't hold up by itself.

   Jeff   ><>

> In my search for the best coating, I ended up at
> Benjamin Moore and talked with them. They recommended
> the rustoleum flat black with a primer. I boutght 1/2
> pint of each for tests. The primer is the color of red
> clay kinda like the old red-lead paints used on boat
> hull
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