Gloss to Flatt

[BoldminerParticipant @boldminer]

painting

[BoldminerParticipant @boldminer]

Can anyone tell me if there is a way to alter a gloss finish paint ( supplied wrongly by a UK supplier to me here in Thailand) to produce a Flat finish. The main cause for concern at the moment are the wheels of the loco that have already been painted. Can I simply spray over them with a 'flat' lacquer and would this be OK on the boiler? Your replies would be greatly appreciated.

[Alan Waddington 2Participant @alanwaddington2]

Depends on what type of paint it is. I used to use xylene based industrial paint for a particular job and for a silk or matt finish the supplier just added a percentage of a flattening agent to the gloss at mixing stage.

For small jobs using rattle cans from the motor factors i have succesfully used colour with a matt laquer over the top to get a flatter finish.

You could maybe try a small test piece first to check for finish or reaction.

Edited By Alan Waddington 2 on 08/12/2018 06:30:34

[JasonBModerator @jasonb]

Provided the clear coat is compatible with the base colour then that should be fine, I do it a lot particularly on the Hit and Miss engines where I use a fuel proof clear in either gloss or satin. Unlikely in your case but the clear can give a slight yellow tint if applied to white.

[vintage engineerParticipant @vintageengineer]

You can getting flatting agents for oil and cellulose paints.

[BoldminerParticipant @boldminer]

Thanks to all that took the time and trouble to reply to my query. I do know of a place here in Phuket where I can buy a matt aerosol so that is the route I’ll try first. Regards, the Boldminer

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