Wax for Dulcote

[slusher]

I have just started doing some flat finishes.  What wax do you use on a Dulcote finish just to clean?  Thanks

[Snake45]

I can't imagine using wax on a flat/matte surface. 

[stitchdup]

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

[BigTallDad]

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.

[Plowboy]

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.

[Tom Geiger]

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. 

[Snake45]

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. 

[slusher]

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...

[Oldschool4x4]

https://www.ratwax.net/

I have used this with pretty good results.

[935k3]

Try Tamiya TS-79 semigloss clear and TS80 clear flat. They are a much  more durable finish for handling.

[Snake45]

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.

[slusher]

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...

[Fat Brian]

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.