Hillbilly voodoo Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 So finally found a good source for uv clear so decided to give it a try I have had two small batches with the same issue. First coat goes on perfect but second adheres blotchy Well researching issues I seen mention that it drys too slick is why the second coat is not adhering properly. But I didn’t find any information on the correct process for applying multiple coats. I am thinking lite scuffing with fine sandpaper might do it but figured I would ask here first So what what method have you used successfully to apply multiple coats? @Anglinarcher where are you as I have a feeling you have the answer I seek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrybait Posted June 27, 2022 Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 I like to use fine steel wool as opposed to fine sandpaper when I need to scuff up the surface for a second coat. You can get 0000 steel wool and I think that if you just get the shine off it provides enough "bite" for the next coat. Sometimes if I use fine sandpaper, it takes off more than I want and has damaged my paint requiring me to start over. After the steel wool I use a cotton ball soaked with denatured alcohol to wipe it down before applying the next coat. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillbilly voodoo Posted June 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2022 8 hours ago, barrybait said: I like to use fine steel wool as opposed to fine sandpaper when I need to scuff up the surface for a second coat. You can get 0000 steel wool and I think that if you just get the shine off it provides enough "bite" for the next coat. Sometimes if I use fine sandpaper, it takes off more than I want and has damaged my paint requiring me to start over. After the steel wool I use a cotton ball soaked with denatured alcohol to wipe it down before applying the next coat. I assume this is the process you are using with alumilite uv ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrybait Posted June 28, 2022 Report Share Posted June 28, 2022 No sir. I mostly use the steel wool when recoating 2 part epoxy and when recoating or am going to repaint a hard bait to get coatings to stick. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flaswimbaiter Posted June 30, 2022 Report Share Posted June 30, 2022 The engineered angler and Marlin use UV and I could be wrong but I think they only use one thick coat unless they apply paint in between coats. I have always been curious myself how UV works and how multiple coats can be applied. I know with regular brush on clear I have to apply before it’s fully cured or scuff it up with 400 grit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillbilly voodoo Posted June 30, 2022 Author Report Share Posted June 30, 2022 I have some baits with single coats and poorly done 2 coats I am taking for pike in northern Saskatchewan so the durability will get tested Was hoping for someone with first hand experience doing multiple coats of alumilite uv to chime in. But if there is no response by the time I get back from my trip I will just test things myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azsouth Posted July 1, 2022 Report Share Posted July 1, 2022 I don't use Alumilite uv but I do use uv hard resin, before second coat I hit it with 400 grit sandpaper. I have not had any problems but my fish don't have teeth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anglinarcher Posted July 1, 2022 Report Share Posted July 1, 2022 On 6/26/2022 at 8:36 PM, Hillbilly voodoo said: So finally found a good source for uv clear so decided to give it a try I have had two small batches with the same issue. First coat goes on perfect but second adheres blotchy Well researching issues I seen mention that it drys too slick is why the second coat is not adhering properly. But I didn’t find any information on the correct process for applying multiple coats. I am thinking lite scuffing with fine sandpaper might do it but figured I would ask here first So what what method have you used successfully to apply multiple coats? @Anglinarcher where are you as I have a feeling you have the answer I seek Sorry, off for a while. IF I feel a need for a 2nd coat, I rub it with alcohol to clean any oil from it and just apply. No scuffing necessary. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillbilly voodoo Posted July 1, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2022 39 minutes ago, Anglinarcher said: Sorry, off for a while. IF I feel a need for a 2nd coat, I rub it with alcohol to clean any oil from it and just apply. No scuffing necessary. Thank you sir figured you would have the answer I was looking for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillbilly voodoo Posted July 1, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2022 Thank was supposed to be the thanks not laugh emoji thing fat fingers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathan Posted July 3, 2022 Report Share Posted July 3, 2022 Hillbilly, I’ve used the brush on formula and it works great. Multiple coats aren’t a issue..Nathan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillbilly voodoo Posted July 4, 2022 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2022 5 hours ago, Nathan said: Hillbilly, I’ve used the brush on formula and it works great. Multiple coats aren’t a issue..Nathan Availability and shipping costs make solarez a no go for me Alumilite uv resin seems good just needed to figure out this one issue. It cuts down build time nicely every clear coat I have used takes a few tries to work out the quirks so I am not worried Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathan Posted July 4, 2022 Report Share Posted July 4, 2022 Hillbilly, sorry I’m no help with your current dilemma..You hit the nail on the head..there is a learning curve with all this stuff..Nathan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
