Re: Painting the band/Addendum

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I was pretty frustrated myself painting 's helmut. I had not

painted in 20 yrs, since H.S. I had forgotten how quickly acrylic

dries. I also forgot to dilute the paint with a little water. I did

remember to use a wet brush. I had a little peeling near the opening.

Took a straight edge, made a straight line down both sides and peeled

the paint off near the opening. I have decided to leave that area

white. is not too mobile yet so I really have not had a problem

with chipping or peeling. I am sure that will happen once he is more

mobile and I will remember to check for that Acrylic paint for

plastic. I also used a 220 grit for sanding which is the finest

sandpaper you can get. Also I was told to use a fine steel wool which

would sand as well.

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yesterday's post. One of the stickers came off so I decided

> to lightly sand and repaint the area. Instead, the acrylic paint

> started to peel off in large pieces. I ended up peeling the whole

> thing off and the DOC band is white again.

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> I will keep you posted on the decorating saga.

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> Thanks!

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