Rub-down decals + overcoat

PetarB · Post by **PetarB** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 10:48 pm

Im getting hold of some rub-down decals for a model (not waterslide) and am wondering if there are any issues I need to be aware of in coating them. They are going on top of Future, which I presume will not be a problem, but is anyone aware if I can coat over them with Future?

Lt. Z0mBe · Post by **Lt. Z0mBe** » Tue Nov 27, 2007 1:31 am

Overcoating them with Future really locks them down. However, my two experiences with dry transfers showed me two things. Futured surfaces don't take dry transfers well - there's not enough "tooth" for them. Flat surfaces seem to take them better.

But, my experience was admittedly limited.

I hope this helps.

Kenny

Mr. Badwrench · Post by **Mr. Badwrench** » Tue Nov 27, 2007 7:33 am

I've found the same thing as Kenny. Unlike decals, dry transfers prefer flat surfaces to bond to. It isn't strictly necessary, but it helps. Rub them down good, and don't lift the backing paper until you are dead certain that the whole dry transfer is bonded. Then rub it some more, just to be safe. After that you can clear coat over them with whatever you like.

CaptainHawk1 · Post by **CaptainHawk1** » Tue Nov 27, 2007 3:48 pm

When you say "flat," you are referring to thje finish as opposed to "glossy" correct?

-Shawn

Mr. Badwrench · Post by **Mr. Badwrench** » Wed Nov 28, 2007 4:52 am

Yes, flat, not gloss or satin.