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I want to mix some rustoleum paint with thinners. It says mix between 5/25% volume of thinners. What does that work out at in millilters?

Bradley Jones

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The best way to solve this for me is to go to your local hardware and pick up some measuring cups in the paint section - they have it all on the side of cup. Mixing rustoleum paint for a paint gun, mix a 1:1 or half to half ratio of, 1 part paint with 1 part acetone it thins it down quite a bit. If you want thicker, then use less acetone.

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What is car paint activator for?

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Activator is an interchangeable name for catalyst or hardener. The activator helps the basecoat or clear coat cure and harden which prevents bubbling or fading of the paint.

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How do I become an expert in mixing different varieties of colour paint?

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Ask for help from someone knowledgeable in the subject, and practice it yourself.

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Should I add hardener to the base coat when mixing car paint?

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No, you generally do not add hardener to the base coat in automotive painting. The base coat provides color and is designed to be sprayed directly onto the surface. It typically requires a clear top coat and gloss for protection and hardening.

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What kind of paint should I use for the base coat on my 2003 Toyota Avalon?

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You could use paint code-specific spray cans available at most O'Reilly's, which are generally a close match. Some O'Reilly locations also offer custom-mixed spray cans for exact color specifications.

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