slusher Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I have just started doing some flat finishes. What wax do you use on a Dulcote finish just to clean? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I can't imagine using wax on a flat/matte surface. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stitchdup Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 You get special cleaners for satin and flat finishes. I dont know how they would work on models but most detailing product manufacturers will probably have them. Maybe start on a bmw or hot rodclub site as they use more satin finish so their owners might be able to help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTallDad Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 15 minutes ago, Snake45 said: I can't imagine using wax on a flat/matte surface. Same here. It would seem to me that a wax is used to increase luster, not clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plowboy Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Carl, I use Armor All Cleaner Wax on Dull Cote. It will give it just a touch of shine. Almost gives it a satin look. I would think any automotive wax would work the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 I’m a major user of Testors Dullcote and have never done anything more than dusted it off. In fact when I have decided to do final finishes that are primer, I use Dullcote to seal that in since bare primer will scratch and since it’s porous dust can get imbedded in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 10 minutes ago, Tom Geiger said: In fact when I have decided to do final finishes that are primer, I use Dullcote to seal that in since bare primer will scratch and since it’s porous dust can get imbedded in it. I've done the same thing, and it's a system that works well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted January 12, 2020 Author Share Posted January 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Plowboy said: Carl, I use Armor All Cleaner Wax on Dull Cote. It will give it just a touch of shine. Almost gives it a satin look. I would think any automotive wax would work the same. I didn’t know if fingerprints or oil from handing it would bother the finish... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool4x4 Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 https://www.ratwax.net/ I have used this with pretty good results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Try Tamiya TS-79 semigloss clear and TS80 clear flat. They are a much more durable finish for handling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 I've been using Testor Dullcote for decades for flat finishes on model airplanes, and it's very durable, not vulnerable to fingerprints and whatnot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted January 13, 2020 Author Share Posted January 13, 2020 9 hours ago, Oldschool4x4 said: https://www.ratwax.net/ I have used this with pretty good results. Thank you. I would like to try that.. 5 hours ago, 935k3 said: Try Tamiya TS-79 semigloss clear and TS80 clear flat. They are a much more durable finish for handling. Thanks I will check those out.. 4 hours ago, Snake45 said: I've been using Testor Dullcote for decades for flat finishes on model airplanes, and it's very durable, not vulnerable to fingerprints and whatnot. Thanks Snake, I have a can to try... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Brian Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 On the couple flat finishes I've done I've used Dullcote over the color. It seems to be less susceptible to skin oils and polishing from handling or riding in the box than just flat paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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