Painting back of tank - Page 3

don.ald · #21 11-05-2010, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Aquattro

The issue is more the overspray, the actual exposure to fumes is a minute or two while I spray the glass. I'm going to buy some poly and make a little tent to spray in for the next coat, which should keep the rest of the house not black

black is "stylin" right now. your there with the in crowd

sphelps · #22 11-05-2010, 04:13 PM

Why would you spray? I've always just used foam rollers and standard black acrylic paint. A couple coats and you're done without the mess and fumes. Holds up fine and works every time.

I don't feel bad for you, spray paint in your house is a bad idea. Why on earth would you even consider it?

Aquattro · #23 11-05-2010, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by sphelps

Why would you spray?

Well, I've sprayed, rolled and brushed tanks, and spraying is the easiest for me. Perhaps my brushing/rolling skills are lacking, dunno. Don't get me wrong, I'm not looking for sympathy, just a funny "don't try this at home" warning for people that might think spraying inside is a good idea

sphelps · #24 11-05-2010, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Aquattro

Well, I've sprayed, rolled and brushed tanks, and spraying is the easiest for me. Perhaps my brushing/rolling skills are lacking, dunno. Don't get me wrong, I'm not looking for sympathy, just a funny "don't try this at home" warning for people that might think spraying inside is a good idea

Is it still the easiest considering you had to rub the whole kitchen down with thinner and now have to setup a paint booth?

Aquattro · #25 11-05-2010, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by sphelps

Is it still the easiest considering you had to rub the whole kitchen down with thinner and now have to setup a paint booth?

Well, ya, ok, you got me there! But conceptually it was easier. Thinking back, the last (easy) time was outdoors

Aquattro · #26 11-05-2010, 07:57 PM

but but but!!! It does look good

And my kitchen is really clean now.

lastlight · #27 11-05-2010, 08:01 PM

I also just use black acrylic paint and a brush not even a roller. 3 or 4 coats and it's done but my tunze magnets do damage it if I'm not careful. Then i just jam some fresh paint in the tears =)

Spraying inside is not smart now is using glue and primer on the carpet plus 50 other stupid things I've done in the name of this hobby. It's ok Brad I understand (too much).