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Old 01-16-2003, 06:47 PM
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Post which paints last the longest or best durability?

whats the best paint for durability? is an enamel a tough paint ar is something else better?want a deep color nothing bright just rich.
any suggestions?

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use a basecoat/clearcoats. Urethane clears are pretty durable. they look really nice also, especially if you wetsand and buff it.
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Catalyzed urethane base/clear coat. End of story. No further posts required in this thread.
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urethane is the paint that is going to be used.
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