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low gloss black came out too shiny #775250
08/16/10 06:31 PM
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sprayed my rear bumper (fiberglass) with a low gloss black enamel and it came out way too shiny. Cause?? Fix??

Re: low gloss black came out too shiny [Re: weedlayer] #775251
08/16/10 10:29 PM
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If you used spray cans try holding the can farther away and spray more of a dry coat or spray a satin clear last. If a mixed paint, take it back and have them mix in more flattening agent. It could be trial and error to get the exact sheen your looking for.

Re: low gloss black came out too shiny [Re: tak] #775252
08/16/10 10:59 PM
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If you used hardener it will generally turn out shiny. If it's spray cans, use the above advice and don't paint it in the sun.

Re: low gloss black came out too shiny [Re: Paul Jacobs] #775253
08/17/10 12:13 PM
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not a spray can. tried the Valspar implement enamel. did not use any hardener. thought the enamel would be a one shot deal and be done with it. now have a mess as in can't shoot anything else over the enamel.

Re: low gloss black came out too shiny [Re: weedlayer] #775254
08/17/10 09:51 PM
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Valspar tractor paint, like from TSC ? Find a small can of Valspar or any of the tractor enamels in flat black and mix in and recoat. Start with a small amount and test on something first. I've done this with regular paints with good results.

Re: low gloss black came out too shiny [Re: tak] #775255
08/18/10 11:11 AM
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It will dye back more with time. You can rub over it with a Magic Eraser to take some shine off.

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