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12/28/2011, 11:13 PM
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What paint to use on glass?
I want to paint the back of my new 90 black. What kind of spray paint should I use? I've never painted glass before so I wanted to get some advice.
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12/28/2011, 11:22 PM
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Don't Panic!
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Trenton, MO
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I used the cheapest spray paint i could find. Its still what i would use again today.
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12/28/2011, 11:26 PM
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Location: brooklyn NY
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Krylon fushion is what most people use
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12/28/2011, 11:26 PM
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Great! So it doesn't really matter then. Good to know.
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12/29/2011, 12:54 AM
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Location: Kokomo, IN
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I have used the cheapest stuff and fushion I didn't notice a difference. The cheap **** take twice and many cans but i bought like 4 cans at .98 a can and covered my six foot tank and two sides.
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12/29/2011, 01:01 AM
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Location: j'ville,florida
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Ive always used apple barrel acylic paint from walmart in the craft section and hand paint mine with a foam brush
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12/29/2011, 03:25 AM
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Location: Iowa
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Do you want to be able to easily scrape it off in the future? Then just roll on any cheap latex paint. If you want a paint that has a stronger resistance to scratching off or in water use then I have found krylon fusion for plastic bonds really well to glass and is safe for use in the water if needed.
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12/29/2011, 08:15 AM
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Location: Atlanta, Ga
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I used the Krylon spray paint like the other members. I used it on 3 tanks.
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12/29/2011, 08:52 AM
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I had a can of gloss black rustoleum in the garage. I just slapped it on with a paint brush. it took two coats before I couldn't see brush strokes. Don't worry about runs, you'll only see then from the back. Let it dry a few days and you're good to go. Good luck.
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12/29/2011, 05:47 PM
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I ended up using the Krylon Fusion spray paint. It worked great! Thanks for the suggestions everyone.
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