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The urethane aerosol method is more tedious because you have to go back and wet sand the orange peel with 800-2000 grit, and then polish. But in the end, you'll still have a nice smooth finish. My local Home Depot only has the water based urethane, so I had to buy the aerosol. if you're...

interesting. so denatured alcohol makes this clear coat reversible without having to sand it off. I'll have to keep that in mind. it will make reapplication much easier when the urethane wears away in 2 years. the gloss is the same. however, as with most sprays, unless you wet sand it...

guys, save yourself the unneeded expense if you're going the spray route. no extra tools needed. Just buy the helmsman aerosol can from Home depot. Costs $8.64. I just bought the high gloss version today, and I am impressed with the results. Home depot also sells the Rustoleum version of spar...

anyone here ever try the rattle can version of spar urethane?

after doing so many practice cars, what is your best technique to apply the urethane? or is it still trial and error for you? I plan to cut a piece off of an old cotton t-shirt, and douse it in the urethane, and wipe. is that ok or not?

the OP only used one coat on his beater and it lasted this long. for a 2nd coat, I would be worried about making it too thick that it would be prone to chipping. maybe.. man, this thread has got me excited. One pint of this urethane is only $7, and it sounds like it works as well as the...

how durable is this coating?- if you rub on it with your finger or score it with your finger nail, does it scratch? i know this material can expand and contract with wood, so I'm wondering if it's too soft when cured.