ecura Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 Hi All I am in the process of setting up my new bank of tanks and this time wanted to paint the tanks.... I tried to paint one tank last night and it looks Cr@p to say the least, I have put this down to it being an acrylic paint. Have you got any suggestions on what type of paint to use? Is Enamel better? Also what are your opinions on painting the side of the tanks as well as the back? Look forward to any comments Cheers Elliott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lacichlid Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Hi Elliott I painted the back and the bottom of my tank with spray can at Bunning, the more you spray the better they look. Cheers Phong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogboy Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 the other trick is to use something like ESP http://www.floodaustralia.net/products/esp.htm before you paint, then 2 coats of paint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathobes Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Hey mate, for the best finish use a good spray paint. I use epoxy based as they give an extra smooth finish. Give it a good wipe with turps, then spray on a light coat, let it dry then do about 3 heavier coats letting it dry between coats (epoxy based paint drys in about 15 mins). Just make sure you mask up your tank so it doesn't cop overspray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangka Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 hey mate i just finished painting my tanks with acrylic semi gloss and its turned up great. did 3 coats to be sure and allow a mininum of 2hours dry time for each coat. cheers daniel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Link2Hell Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I would think there was a problem in your surface prep use metho and make sure any oil, dirt or other grime is removed otherwise it will bubble and crazy temp needs to be higher than 10*C if you use spray paint make sure you apply light coats not one heavy coat, use a mask and spray in a well ventilated area same principle applies for brush or roller .... light coats Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecura Posted August 18, 2010 Author Share Posted August 18, 2010 I would think there was a problem in your surface prep use metho and make sure any oil, dirt or other grime is removed otherwise it will bubble and crazy temp needs to be higher than 10*C if you use spray paint make sure you apply light coats not one heavy coat, use a mask and spray in a well ventilated area same principle applies for brush or roller .... light coats Chris Thanks Everyone for your help & comments, I think I have nailed it with 3x coats. Once the system is up & running I will post some pictures. Cheers Elliott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquaholic Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Do you have to use paint? I just use a decorator film (like contact) and stick it to the back of the tank. It is available in different colours and if you want to change it just peel it of. I would also think that iy would be cheaper. Just an idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phenomena Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Do you have to use paint? I just use a decorator film (like contact) and stick it to the back of the tank. It is available in different colours and if you want to change it just peel it of. I would also think that iy would be cheaper. Just an idea. Second that. I've done this with tanks that is as high/wide as the contact. But if the tank is higher/wider, how do you prevent the joint not to show? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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