let me see if i can explane this mess, first i sealed the baits, second i put devcon let it dry or two to three days and yes it was dry third painted with createx with a little windex for a little extra lube, i use a ten dollar air brush it just think it helps a little bit, instead of water i use windex never had this problem before. tryed using the hair dryer still very tacky. i t was going to be a base coat for a crackling affect. hope this some stuff up. thanks