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Title: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: vanhos on December 31, 2013, 05:18:57 PM
Had my elektra back glass out today. I noticed some one had put sticky tape on the bottom of the art work. Also you can notice the paint lifting of the glass at the top of the glass.

My question is do I clear coat it or not.

What do I do with the sticky tape on the bottom.

What type of clear coat should I use.

Any help would be great.  
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: vanhos on December 31, 2013, 05:21:00 PM
 ^^^
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: vanhos on December 31, 2013, 05:22:27 PM
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Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Strangeways on December 31, 2013, 06:23:38 PM
None of the above !

http://www.polymerclay.com.au/kscc500kryloncrystalcleartriplethickglaze0500noexpress-p-11483.html (http://www.polymerclay.com.au/kscc500kryloncrystalcleartriplethickglaze0500noexpress-p-11483.html)

I've been using this for over 10 years and never had an issue.

don't remove any sticky tape etc - as this was most likely used to hold the backglass art together. Removing it will remove the paint.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Freiherr on December 31, 2013, 10:39:32 PM
None of the above !

http://www.polymerclay.com.au/kscc500kryloncrystalcleartriplethickglaze0500noexpress-p-11483.html (http://www.polymerclay.com.au/kscc500kryloncrystalcleartriplethickglaze0500noexpress-p-11483.html)

I've been using this for over 10 years and never had an issue.

don't remove any sticky tape etc - as this was most likely used to hold the backglass art together. Removing it will remove the paint.

Triple thick glaze is the best by far. Get it at most artist and craft suppliers for about $18 (I think). Check youtube for correct application to backglass. A can should do 3 or 4 backglasses if you apply 3 -4 light  coats criss-crossed. You will preserve the backglass for at least 20 years or more.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: vanhos on December 31, 2013, 10:59:46 PM
Heading to the big smoke in the next week any body no were in Melbourne you can buy it.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: pinnies4me on December 31, 2013, 11:14:38 PM
None of the above !

http://www.polymerclay.com.au/kscc500kryloncrystalcleartriplethickglaze0500noexpress-p-11483.html (http://www.polymerclay.com.au/kscc500kryloncrystalcleartriplethickglaze0500noexpress-p-11483.html)

I've been using this for over 10 years and never had an issue.

don't remove any sticky tape etc - as this was most likely used to hold the backglass art together. Removing it will remove the paint.

+1. I have used triple thick on several glasses with no dramas at all.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Crashramp on January 01, 2014, 12:49:53 AM
 $#$t
Heading to the big smoke in the next week any body no were in Melbourne you can buy it.

Don't worry about running about Melbourne for it. I ordered it from here and it arrived on my door step the next day.
http://www.artscene.com.au/shopping/sprays/finishes-and-varnishes/krylon-triple-thick--crystal-clear-glaze-spray
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Freiherr on January 01, 2014, 01:13:38 AM
$#$t
Heading to the big smoke in the next week any body no were in Melbourne you can buy it.

Don't worry about running about Melbourne for it. I ordered it from here and it arrived on my door step the next day.
http://www.artscene.com.au/shopping/sprays/finishes-and-varnishes/krylon-triple-thick--crystal-clear-glaze-spray


$14.45 is a very good price!
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: The Silence on January 01, 2014, 02:21:48 AM
Agree with all the above, Kylon triple thick is the way to go, can spray on several good thick coats
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: The Silence on January 01, 2014, 10:19:23 AM
sorry for spelling, its Krylon.  Riot arts and craft stores stock it.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: vanhos on January 01, 2014, 12:15:09 PM
Thanks heaps guys. There is one in cbd melb i will pick it up next week. Hope they have it other wise I will order of Internet.

Another question. Do I cover the clear glass were the displays are or do I just spray the whole glass. What is the reason behind covering the display sections.

I will give it lots of coats in different directions. Any other tips I need to know.

It also has a lot  of Rust on the bottom not sure what I should do with the rust.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Retropin on January 01, 2014, 12:23:28 PM
Cover the display area before spraying.. if you spray over them you get ripples etc when you look at the displays... your CC isn't as clear as glass
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Mr Pinbologist on January 01, 2014, 05:12:09 PM
$#$t
Heading to the big smoke in the next week any body no were in Melbourne you can buy it.

Don't worry about running about Melbourne for it. I ordered it from here and it arrived on my door step the next day.
http://www.artscene.com.au/shopping/sprays/finishes-and-varnishes/krylon-triple-thick--crystal-clear-glaze-spray


Cool.. thanks for the link  ^^^ ^^^

Best price i've seen for TT anywhere!
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: Freiherr on January 01, 2014, 05:49:11 PM
Make sure you spray in a clean and well ventilated area. This stuff is highly flamable so put out any fags.
Title: Re: Backglass clear coat?
Post by: pinnies4me on January 02, 2014, 10:52:31 AM


I will give it lots of coats in different directions. Any other tips I need to know.



You don't need heaps of coats. Three will do it. One light sealing mist coat, then two "wet" coats each allowed to dry in between.