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01/08/2007, 05:45 PM
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What spray paint is reef-safe?
i got a used life-reef overflow that i would like to spray paint the box that is on the inside since it is clear, what spray paint can i use that won't be harmful to my reef, and also how long to let the paint cure before it is used?
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01/08/2007, 05:47 PM
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Never used it, but have read about a hundred times over the years on here that krylon fusion is the stuff to use. let it dry for 24 hours so it is totally cured.
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90 gal sps and mixed other. 2x GHL Mitras LZ7, Bubble King dc130 skimmer, 3x 6055 & 1 6095, on an AquaSurf and original AC jr, Eheim 1262 return pump. Current Tank Info: 90 gal |
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01/08/2007, 05:54 PM
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krylon fusion is the stuff. However HD and Lowes do not carry it. I had to go to Hobby Lobby to get some and a friend went to some other craft store. It says fopr plastic but will work on glass and is reef safe. Go to step 2 in this thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...hreadid=912378 it talks about using it.
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01/08/2007, 06:12 PM
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thank you very much
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01/08/2007, 06:34 PM
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Make sure you scuff the acrylic up a bit to aid in adhesion.
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90 gal sps and mixed other. 2x GHL Mitras LZ7, Bubble King dc130 skimmer, 3x 6055 & 1 6095, on an AquaSurf and original AC jr, Eheim 1262 return pump. Current Tank Info: 90 gal |
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01/08/2007, 06:44 PM
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krylon fusion
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Reefers Law: It can take about 48 hours to brown, and 48 weeks to color back up! Current Tank Info: 55 Gallon BB Low Iron Glass, Dual 110w VHO Actinics, 250w PFO MH 20k XM |
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01/08/2007, 06:45 PM
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Sears carries it....
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01/08/2007, 07:01 PM
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I just picked up some Krylon Fusion at Wal-Mart, they carry a variety of colors and textures.
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01/08/2007, 09:17 PM
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i was told to wait a week for it to fully cure...
anyone else heard this? i too would like to paint the inside of my overflow.. 24 hours sure beats the snot out of a week... |
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01/08/2007, 11:00 PM
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I read on this site some place a while ago to wait at least 72 hrs. When I painted mine with Fusion I waited almost a week just to be sure it was good and cured.
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Proud member of FWMAS. Current Tank Info: Empty 75g sitting in the garage. Needs to be up and running |
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