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What can you use to paint polystyrene to protect it from the sun?
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∙ 11y ago
A high gloss white is the only colour that will protect anything from the sun.
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What is the best glue to use to stick polystyrene together?
Personally, i think hot glue gun is, but it really hurts when you burn yourself, so be careful!Improved answer -There are numerous cements made exactly with polystyrene in mind. Many can be bought at local model or hobby stores.I prefer to use MEK, which you can only buy if you have an account at a paint dealership.
What should be put on top of acrylic paint on an outdoor chair?
If you are trying to protect a design, use three coats of acrylic polyurethane. If you are trying to repaint a chair that has been coated with acrylic paint, use acrylic paint again.
What paint do you use to paint thatched roof?
Painting a thatched roof can be challenging. It is best to use a stain as it will sink into the thatch material. After you have applied 2-3 coats of stain, you will want to use a sealer to protect it from the elements.
What type of Matt paint do you use to for wood furniture?
Use an oil based paint for durability to wear, water based for durability to sun and weather.
What kind of paint do you use to paint a skim board?
I would use a good hard enamel like Tremclad (available in Home Depot) and if you're painting a design on it I'd protect that with a good clearcoat.
Which plastic would you use to protect a china ornament sent by post?
Expanded Polystyrene
How do you make a 3d model sperm?
use polystyrene balls in a white bag then paint the nucleus on then add two platted fluffy pipe cleaners and vwala
How do you paint a sun catcher?
To paint a sun catcher, clean the surface with rubbing alcohol to remove any dirt or oils. Use acrylic paint or glass paint to decorate the sun catcher with your desired design. Let the paint dry completely before hanging the sun catcher in a sunny spot to catch the light.
How can you protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays?
We could protect ourselves from sun's harmful rays. It is by curbing the use of CFC's.
Why do bee keepers have to paint their hives white and use shiny lids?
Beekeepers paint their hives to protect the wood. Bees don't care what the color of the hive is, but beekeepers usually choose white because it reflects the sun and keeps the hives from overheating in the summer. They use shiny lids for the same reason.
How and when to use sunglasses?
You use sunglasses by putting them on your head, covering your eyes. Their purpose is to protect your eyes from the sun. You use them when the sun is bothering you.
You used acrylic paint on your plastic model what can you use to protect the paint?
future floor polish or krylon spray gloss coat
What type of paint is used to repaint outdoor polyresin statutes?
There are different types of paints which you can use to repaint an outdoor poly-resin statue. You can paint these statues with craft paint but you have to apply a sealer over the paint to protect it. You can also use a Krylon paint which is made specifically for outdoor use and contains a sealer in the paint itself.
Why is paint not use to protect moving parts of machines?
Paint can not protect moving parts as it is not smooth or oily enough. Moving parts that are extremely close together need polymer oils to keep them moving.
What is the best glue to use to stick polystyrene together?
Personally, i think hot glue gun is, but it really hurts when you burn yourself, so be careful!Improved answer -There are numerous cements made exactly with polystyrene in mind. Many can be bought at local model or hobby stores.I prefer to use MEK, which you can only buy if you have an account at a paint dealership.
What should be put on top of acrylic paint on an outdoor chair?
If you are trying to protect a design, use three coats of acrylic polyurethane. If you are trying to repaint a chair that has been coated with acrylic paint, use acrylic paint again.
What is Polystyrene beads made from?
Yes, polystyrene beads are safe to use. One can learn more about polystyrene beads at popular on the web sources such as Tempo Foam, eHow, and Wise Geek.
