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Post by Fatty on Jun 18, 2009 21:25:37 GMT
Ok, Ive heard on many occassions about using Johnson's Klear to obtain a great shiny finish on models.
Now that I have obtained some, what is the best way to apply it?
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Post by Biggles on Jun 19, 2009 9:29:07 GMT
My personal preference is to use a wide (3/8") soft chisel-ended brush. Apply smoothly, making sure that you avoid - or at least 'mop up' - any runs. Klear is remarkably non-viscous, and will run and pool at low points given half a chance. Over a smooth matt finish, it will be 'decal-ready' after two or three coats. A full 'bullshine' finish will take more coats. You can recoat as soon as it's dry to the touch - generally about twenty minutes. As well as a varnish/sealer, it has uses in decal application, as an adhesive for small etched parts, as a canopy dip and many others. See here: www.swannysmodels.com/TheCompleteFuture.html for almost everything you need to know about Klear in its US version. HTH Ian
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Post by Paul Senter on Jun 19, 2009 15:30:07 GMT
Fatty
I always airbrush it on. Doesn't require thinning although you should make sure you are in a well ventilated room, or better still outside, if its not too blustery.
Using an airbrush takes away the potential for pools and runs unless you lay it on too thick and negates any possible brush marks or loose bristles marring your lovely finish. Also dries quicker, can normally bung 2 or 3 thin coats on in a matter of minutes.
Love Klear.
Paul
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Post by tinleeds on Feb 1, 2011 18:10:32 GMT
Just was found this Klear in the local ASDA store but not quiet sure is this right stuff? I confused with this light brown colour.. maybe reason with extra "WAX" logo on it? Somebody know where i can buy a proper Klear or something the same stuff in Leeds area?
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Post by Paul Senter on Feb 16, 2011 21:07:57 GMT
There was a certain amount of uproar on the net last year because Johnsons were ending the line. It seems they have replaced it with the stuff in your picture. If there is any old stock left you will find it in most supermarkets, Spar, that sort of place.
There are alternatives you can use such as Tamiya or Humbrol clear varnishes for the aircraft itself or if you want to polish your canopy, the best alternative is Mer car polish from halfords. Its quite expensive, about £9 per bottle, but it will last a lifetime.
Paul
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Post by darkside on Feb 19, 2011 23:12:39 GMT
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Post by upnick on Apr 30, 2011 10:57:44 GMT
Here is the bottle your looking for which contains the old formula
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Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2011 11:21:57 GMT
Cheers Charles, the stash is suitably stocked.
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