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In Reply to: Details of your Finishing Recipe posted by CR on May 9, 2002 at 05:56:36:
CR,the finishing was tedious! I used two different materials for the shelves. I first did the black and next the red. I used oil-based primer and oil-based paint for the black shelves thinking this would give the best shine. Don't do this! Besides being a pain to clean, the oil based stuff did not give a better finish. The water based stuff works fine. I got all supplies at the Home Depot.Before we talk paint, I should note that I sanded all cut sides smooth using 220 grit dry sandpaper on an orbital sander. After the sides were smooth (I didn't sand the top surface as it's pretty smooth to start), I primered. Use Kilz primer in the spray can. This stuff is used by professional painters--I know 'cause by bro-in-law is one. Kilz covers quickly and provides a good surface for enamel paints. For the paint, I used Painter's Choice colonial red. Comes either spray or in can for brush application. Don't spray it on. Brush it on and apply a couple of coats.
After complete drying, I sanded. Beginning with 400 wet sanding on the hand-held orbital, then to 1000, and 1500. As you sand, apply water with a spray bottle to keep the sander moving smoothly. If you don't, the sander sticks to the surface. Sanding with 1500 causes a dull sheen or haze to form from the stirred up paint and water as you go. When you finish a side, wipe off the haze and you're left with a mirror shine.
I then sprayed on clear of several coats, but next time I would brush it on and buff it with 1500 as well.
I got a bit obsessive, and it still isn't perfect...but, if I want it to be better I could always get some 2500...
Good luck and have fun!
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