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Default Stainless Steel effect paint

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Jim K wrote:
On 26 Aug, 12:10, "Nightjar \"cpb\"@" "insertmysurnamehere wrote:

I think any form of stick-on solution is a non-starter because of the
radiused edges. Which is why I was looking for some form of spray-on
option.
That should not really be a problem for vinyl sheet. If I were using
real stianless steel, I would form the radius first then stick it on.
I presume the OP is on about the corners of his drawer where two
radiuses edges meet - a la skirting board external corner....

Jim K
Probably the best paint to look at is that sold for model plastic cars
etc. Tamiya do a very good chrome. Spray is needed too, and metallic
finishes are VERY tricky to get right.

I have found that Plastikote gives excellent shiny finishes - I have
used the chrome, silver and gold before now and they are very good.


yeah: plastikote good BUT old cans look rubbish AND I have sometimes
found it not to adhere too well.


I did a cheap plastic torch in the chrome for a stage play and nobody
could believe it was not shiny metal. Similarly picked out some leaves
on a plaster pot and everyone thought they were gold leaf. It might also
be worth looking at the sealer they do for shiny surfaces


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