Just did some experiments with spray can paints on my model f XT

[ag36]

Restored my first XT this week, did some experiments with rustoleum.

Post polishing

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Before polishing

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Step is:

Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste, old towel.

[snacksthecat]

Looks great dude. I don’t wanna be a wet blanket but I think I like it even better before polishing. Either way, light years better than any paint job I’ve ever done!

[ag36]

Looks great dude. I don’t wanna be a wet blanket but I think I like it even better before polishing. Either way, light years better than any paint job I’ve ever done!

Painting are quite fun once you get used to it

[Wingklip]

It doesn't scratch to the fingernail does it?

[ag36]

It doesn't scratch to the fingernail does it?

No, the clear coat seems to be harder than some metal after a week of curing.

[fohat]

I have used Rustoleum's metallic and hammered finishes exclusively for the last few years. I love them AND they can often hide minor blemishes!

Unfortunately, in the US many of the best colors have these weird-ass top handle/nozzles that are awful, in my opinion, because they start out putting out blobs and and don't give a consistent fine spray until they have been running for a second or more.

[green-squid]

Turned out great, I wish I could buy paint like this in Hungary. The Acrylic green paint I painted my zenith plate with is very easy to sratch off.

'Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste'
And looks like you have to apply a lot of other things to get a good result. What if, let's say, I just wanted to paint an F XT plate blue or gold and have the paint not come off?
Also, may want to get a replacement badge: workshop-f7/reproduction-logo-badges-fo ... bm%20badge

[Dingster]

Woah this looks awesome, reminds me of marble

[ag36]

I have used Rustoleum's metallic and hammered finishes exclusively for the last few years. I love them AND they can often hide minor blemishes!

Unfortunately, in the US many of the best colors have these weird-ass top handle/nozzles that are awful, in my opinion, because they start out putting out blobs and and don't give a consistent fine spray until they have been running for a second or more.

I think the key is to let the spray can rest longer after each pass to ensure better air pressure and shake it again before use but I am not sure if this applies to US ones, the "blobs" are likely caused by low gas pressure or condensed paint.

Turned out great, I wish I could buy paint like this in Hungary. The Acrylic green paint I painted my zenith plate with is very easy to sratch off.

'Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste'
And looks like you have to apply a lot of other things to get a good result. What if, let's say, I just wanted to paint an F XT plate blue or gold and have the paint not come off?
Also, may want to get a replacement badge: workshop-f7/reproduction-logo-badges-fo ... bm%20badge

You need to apply clear coat and primer for better adhesion and hardness also use oil based paint if you can, also degrease the item you want to paint.

[ag36]

I have used Rustoleum's metallic and hammered finishes exclusively for the last few years. I love them AND they can often hide minor blemishes!

Unfortunately, in the US many of the best colors have these weird-ass top handle/nozzles that are awful, in my opinion, because they start out putting out blobs and and don't give a consistent fine spray until they have been running for a second or more.

I think the key is to let the spray can rest longer after each pass to ensure better air pressure and shake it again before use but I am not sure if this applies to US ones, the "blobs" are likely caused by low gas pressure or condensed paint.

Turned out great, I wish I could buy paint like this in Hungary. The Acrylic green paint I painted my zenith plate with is very easy to sratch off.

'Matte primer, matte metallic silver, metallic gunmetal, matte clear, polishing paste'
And looks like you have to apply a lot of other things to get a good result. What if, let's say, I just wanted to paint an F XT plate blue or gold and have the paint not come off?
Also, may want to get a replacement badge: workshop-f7/reproduction-logo-badges-fo ... bm%20badge

Thanks for letting me know about the badge, unfortunately it don't have "personal computer" print for XT but still nice to know it exists.

You need to apply clear coat and primer for better adhesion and hardness also use oil based paint if you can, also degrease the item you want to paint.

Woah this looks awesome, reminds me of marble

Inspiration was from my non stick frypan

[Blaise170]

I really like the Rustoleum Paint+Primer, makes painting a breeze.

[ag36]

I really like the Rustoleum Paint+Primer, makes painting a breeze.

They cures so quick and tough

[Tha_Pig]

It looks beautiful. Great job.

[haanuman]

Woah that looks pretty neat man. Good Job

[Elrick]

It doesn't scratch to the fingernail does it?

No, the clear coat seems to be harder than some metal after a week of curing.

All the 2-Pack Clear Epoxies when hardened over a few days are very tough. I've even tried to damage it with a pick axe once and only the metal panel was disfigured but the coating held it's shape, did not even chip or crack.

Just surprised with what they're releasing today.

[andrewjoy]

Oh no you poor XT , what did that mean man do to you ! He cut bits off !

The paint looks good tho , its not what i would use on a case but it would make a hell of a paint job for a case IMO.

[ag36]

Oh no you poor XT , what did that mean man do to you ! He cut bits off !

The paint looks good tho , its not what i would use on a case but it would make a hell of a paint job for a case IMO.

This deal is getting worse all the time

It's not quite done, the filler I used shrinked after I finished clear coat but I got tired for now... also too much dust on it. I need to get some rest .

[Dingster]

Just looks like a slab of polished marble

[ag36]

Just looks like a slab of polished marble

That's part of the original concept , also weighs like a slab of marble.

[andrewjoy]

Oh no you poor XT , what did that mean man do to you ! He cut bits off !

The paint looks good tho , its not what i would use on a case but it would make a hell of a paint job for a case IMO.

That is PLATE not case , it would make a hell of a paint job for a plate.

In fact, it would be a good match for my dell AT101w in an SGI case with the new PCB. As its like granite but dark

[Wingklip]

I've been using the 2x gloss paints from rusto but they seen to scratch easily and melt after contact with meth and oil.

Am I doing something wrong here? I've read that the primer is included in the paint

[ag36]

You need clear coat and least two weeks for curing, what do you mean by "meth"? Also, clean the item thoroughly with cleaner before painting.

[Wingklip]

2 WEEKS??????
I mean, if I rest my wrist on the keyboard, the painted area likes to start melting into oils from my hands. Same happens when I use methylated Spirits

[TuxKey]

i can't tell the difference between my new tada68 alu gray case.. impressive mate..

[Chyros]

That looks beautiful. Modern, even. Great job mate .

[ShivaYash]

Woah! A lovely job...

[ag36]

Thanks!

2 WEEKS??????
I mean, if I rest my wrist on the keyboard, the painted area likes to start melting into oils from my hands. Same happens when I use methylated Spirits

Never ever let painted material touch solvents and always wash your hands before touching any non chemical resilient polymer if you have contacted with any mineral spirit or petroleum distillates.

[Wingklip]

hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh my hands emit body oils

[ag36]

Unless you are Space Marine or Xenomorph, time to get different brand of paints then.

[Wingklip]

Unless you are Space Marine or Xenomorph, time to get different brand of paints then.

Rustoleum is trash then? Any recommendations?