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Old 06-11-2010, 10:47 PM
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I do think there is a lot to be said for warming cans of spray paint. I store my paints in my basement shop, and in the summer, it seems almost cold. I tend to fill the utility sink with warm water, and let the can warm up for maybe 30 minutes. The worst problems I've had are with little Testors cans throwing globs, but I have had issues with Rustoleum, but only enamels. I've had excellent results with their lacquers -- as long as you like white, red, and black!

I have experimented with shooting blue from a little can of Testors lacquer over the Rustoleum lacquer (the white base coat), with no problems. I've not tried Model Masters lacquer over Rustoleum, but assume it would be fine, also.

I'm really partial to lacquers, and buy the Testors or Model Masters small cans using the 40% off coupons at Hobby Lobby. This makes their high price a little more palatable.
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