How to Paint with Metal Flake Paint
Spray clear coat mixed with metal flake over a painted surface.. Use safety equipment and work in a well-ventilated area.. Pour 1 US pint (470 mL) of clear base coat into a large paint cup.
Steps
Spray clear coat mixed with metal flake over a painted surface.
Spray clear coat mixed with metal flake over a painted surface.
Use safety equipment and work in a well-ventilated area.
Use safety equipment and work in a well-ventilated area.
Pour 1 US pint (470 mL) of clear base coat into a large paint cup.
Pour 1 US pint (470 mL) of clear base coat into a large paint cup.
Mix in 1 US pint (470 mL) of paint thinner.
Mix in 1 US pint (470 mL) of paint thinner.
Stir 2 tbsp (18 g) of 0.004 in (0.010 cm) metal flake powder to the paint.
Stir 2 tbsp (18 g) of 0.004 in (0.010 cm) metal flake powder to the paint.
Add in 4 tbsp (36 g) of 0.008 in (0.020 cm) metal flake powder into the mixture.
Add in 4 tbsp (36 g) of 0.008 in (0.020 cm) metal flake powder into the mixture.
Continue mixing the paint for at least 30-60 seconds.
Continue mixing the paint for at least 30-60 seconds.
Cover any open surfaces to guard them from excess spray.
Cover any open surfaces to guard them from excess spray.
Pour most of the paint into the metallic spray canister.
Pour most of the paint into the metallic spray canister.
Spray on the mixed paint in wide motions from left to right.
Spray on the mixed paint in wide motions from left to right.
Let the paint dry between coats.
Let the paint dry between coats.
Apply an additional coat or 2 of metal flake paint.
Apply an additional coat or 2 of metal flake paint.
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