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Rust Protection Using Clear Coat While Keeping a Rust Patina Look Patina is a thin layer that develops on the surface of metal, wood, leather, and other materials which gives an aged look. Patina can be the result of age, exposure to the sun and moisture, as well as wear. A patinaed look can also be brought about artificially with things like chemicals, specialty coatings, and abrasion. Rust can be considered a desirable patina, however, left unchecked it can eventually eat metal away completely. Every now and again we get inquiries from customers who would like to keep the patina look of rusted metal, heighten rust patina appearance, while also protecting the metal from further rusting. When asked for advice on coatings that can be used to get these results, we recommend DiamondFinish Clear and KBS MAXX Clear for rust protection using clear coat to keep and maintain a rust patina look. Rust Protection Using Clear Coat To stop rust, rust must be separated from oxygen and moisture. DiamondFinish Clear and KBS MAXX Clear coats can be used to seal rust and provide rust protection with a durable impervious barrier that blocks moisture and oxygen from reaching metal surfaces. By using a clear coat for rust protection, the rust patina look will remain, but the rust won’t continue to progress. Preserving Rust Patina with Clear Coat Rust patina can be a delicate thing. Since rust can be powdery, or flaky, it is susceptible to being marred by impacts and abrasion. A clear coat provides a hard, durable, protective coating that can preserve rust patina. Another benefit of sealing rust with a clear coat is the rust won’t be exposed, so it won’t rub off onto clothing and other items. Enhancing Rust Patina with Clear Coat A clear coat brings out richness in rust colors and gives depth and luster. Applying a clear coat to seal rust patina gives it a beautiful wet look and adds a darker tone and contrast to the color of the rust. Protecting Metal Sheets from Rust While Preserving Patina Rust A customer told us about a wall he constructed in his basement using steel sheets that had patina rust. He said he just wanted to coat it with a clear coat to keep the look and prevent future rust. For this job, we recommended DiamondFinish Clear. About DiamondFinish Clear DiamondFinish Clear is one stage, single part (1K) moisture cured clear coat that can be used indoors or outdoors. It provides a beautiful crystal-clear appearance. DiamondFinish Clear is made to be extremely durable and hard, yet flexible. DiamondFinish Clear is UV stable and will not yellow, crack, or peel. DiamondFinish Clear is offered in cans for brushing, rolling or spray equipment. Since DiamondFinish is a single part coating, no mixing of two components is necessary. Just stir and it’s ready to go. Wall with Rust Patina About KBS MAXX Clear KBS MAXX Clear is a single stage two-component (2K) polyurethane clear coat. KBS MAXX Clear has superior impact, weather resistance, UV permanence, and gloss retention, while providing fast drying characteristics. Like DiamondFinish Clear, KBS MAXX Clear provides a beautiful crystal-clear finish. KBS MAXX and the KBS MAXX Activator Medium are easy to mix and yield a clear coat that is ready to spray or brush. Application Tips Before applying a clear coat to rust, remove loose rust flakes with a wire brush. You do not have to be aggressive, but you want to remove rust that is falling off the surface. Clean the surface with KBS Klean mixed with warm water in a 1-1 ratio. A cloth can be used to scrub the surface. Rinse with water and allow the surface to dry thoroughly. Many times it is best to force dry to get all of the water out of the rusty surface which tends to be porous. Apply a minimum of three coats of DiamondFinish Clear or KBS MAXX Clear. The actual number of coats can vary based upon the coarseness of the rust. It’s important that the peaks and valleys of the surface profile are completely sealed to prevent rust and corrosion from spreading down the road. Application Tip SPECIAL TIP: DiamondFinish Clear and KBS MAXX Clear can also be used to seal non-rusted, bare metal to keep it from rusting. If you are looking for rust protection using a clear coat while keeping a rust patina look, DiamondFinish Clear and KBS MAXX Clear will provide long lasting durability, and a beautiful appearance. If you have any questions about sealing rust with KBS clear coats, please let us know.

DiamondFinish Clear is the ideal clear coat for wooden countertop restorations. DiamondFinish Clear bites and adheres well to the clear that is already on the countertop and because DiamondFinish Clear is tough and durable, it is able to take the abuse that comes with being a countertop surface. DiamondFinish Clear is also chemically resistant, so cleaning agents can easily be used to clean the countertops as often as needed. The mirror-like finish will have everyone talking!

Lure Makers Need A Quality Clear Coat You might be making fishing lures for a hobby, producing them for profit, or both. Whether you are making lures for fun, or as part of a business, using quality lure making supplies can be the difference between an OK result and an excellent outcome. Choosing the proper clear coat to be used on lures is important. Clear coat has more functionality than just providing a shiny final finish. What should you consider when deciding on a clear coat to add to your stock of lure making supplies? For fishing lures, the main criteria are that the clear coat is compatible with the base coat used on the lure, that it’s hard so it will resist damage from sharp fish teeth, is flexible to remain adhered if the lure is dented (especially important with wood lures), avoids yellowing and discoloration over time, and is easy to work with. It’s also important that the clear coat is waterproof sealing wood lures away from moisture. "Clear Coat" is a generic term for a clear, or pigmented finish that is directly applied over a substrate such as wood, metal, or plastic. It is also applied over base coats to protect the color, add "depth" to the appearance, or allow enough film thickness to allow for sanding and polishing. Clear coats prolong the useful life of any surface upon which they are applied. Commonly used clear coats include lacquer, varnish, and polyurethane. Lacquer is a tree resin or synthetic resin dissolved in alcohol and is popular for sealing wood furniture. Clear lacquer can only be applied over lacquer base coats otherwise solvents in the clear lacquer will cause non-lacquer base coats to run. While clear lacquer brings out a rich, warm, and relatively scratch-resistant finish on deep-toned wood, it can yellow over time, which can distort the colors of the lure’s base coat. Lacquer can be tricky to work with and must be sprayed on carefully and left sit to cure after. Lacquer can be brittle and can dent easy because it's thin. Lacquer can also dry out and crack over long periods of time. Its not the best clear coat to add to your stock of lure making supplies. Varnish is very similar to lacquer and is a resin dissolved in a liquid for applying on wood, metal, or other materials to form a hard, clear, shiny surface when dry. However, varnish easily peels and cracks or bubbles if not applied properly. Also, it is not as tough as lacquer, or as resistant to water and chemicals. As compared to lacquer, more coats need to be applied to achieve the same thickness and it takes longer to dry. Varnish also yellows with time. Water based varnish has the advantage that it can be used over paints and can be applied with a bristle brush. Polyurethane clear coat is basically plastic in liquid form until it dries. Good quality polyurethane clear coat is a popular addition to the arsenal of lure making supplies used by most lure fabricators. This is due to its film hardness, resistance to scratches and dents (especially helpful with balsa wood), long-term durability, its ability to remain clear without yellowing, as well as user friendliness. Excellent flexibility characteristics also makes polyurethane well suited for wooden lures as it allows the clear coat to remain adhered without cracking or peeling if the wood becomes wet and swells, or the wood is dented. Polyurethane clear coats can be applied to all components of a lure including plastic, wood, and metal. Polyurethane clear coat is offered in water-based and oil-based versions and comes in a variety of finishes from satin to glossy. Water-based polyurethane is often used due to its low odor and toxicity. It goes on clear without adding a slight darkening in base coat color appearance, and doesn’t yellow over time, which oil-based versions can do. As well it dries much faster, in some cases up to three times faster. Oil based polyurethane dents and peels easier than water based, however, some water-based versions scratch easier. When it comes to safety, a quality water-based polyurethane clear coat will have significantly lower (up to 50%) volatile organic compounds or VOCs than oil based. Polyurethane clear coats are available in versions that can be applied with a brush or sprayed. Dipping of lures is common and polyurethane clear coats work great for that purpose. Application of water-based polyurethane differs from that of oil-based in that it applies in much thinner coats. An unlimited number of coats of water-based can be applied while only a couple layers of oil-based can be applied before scratching or chipping becomes a problem. Polyurethane clear coats are available in 1K (one part), or 2K (two parts that need to be mixed) versions. 1K polyurethane is more user friendly as the user doesn’t require mixing which saves time and hassle. For lure making, KBS Coatings offers DiamondFinish Clear, which is a moisture cured, crystal clear, one part urethane clearcoat that is that is UV stable, durable and extremely tough. It can perform in the toughest environments without yellowing, cracking or peeling. Because of its Advanced Cross-Linked Coatings Technology, it performs extremely well for making fishing lures. This technology makes the coating both flexible and durable. For a demonstration of DiamondFinish Clear’s flexibility and durability see our video. DiamondFinish Clear can be used with all fully cured base coats. DiamondFinish Clear is ideal for any type of lure surface, including jig heads. When desired, it can be tinted with color, and it is also great for suspending glitter in your finishes. DiamondFinish Clear is a single component (1K) coating, which means user-friendliness with no self-mixing of two parts and can be spayed-onto lures, applied with a brush, or the lure can be dipped in the clear coat. If brushed, the coating is self-leveling, so it leaves a beautifully smooth surface without brush marks. For best performance, DiamondFinish Clear must be thoroughly stirred in circles as well as from top to bottom. See THIS VIDEO for a demonstration. DiamondFinish Clear is a moisture cured coating. Meaning that it cures by reacting with water vapor in the air. The higher the humidity, the quicker the cure time. It is important to remember DiamondFinish Clear can be contaminated in the storage container or exposure to the air or by moisture dripping off the lure. If the lure is being dipped, it is recommended to pour off a working amount in a small jar and close-up the container of clear coat. Again, air in the atmosphere can cause DiamondFinish Clear to begin hardening in the can. To keep this from occurring KBS Paint Saver can be a useful part of your lure making supplies. KBS Paint Saver contains Argon and Nitrogen gases which are heavier than air and 100% dry. These gases are sprayed into the container of DiamondFinish Clear which displaces the air so no moist, humid air is left in the can that could cause it to prematurely cure and harden. See our video for a demonstration. Quality lure making supplies are essential to producing quality lures. Used by hobbyists and professionals alike, DiamondFinish Clear preserves, protects and beautifies your lures, and is an important addition to your lure making supplies list. For more information on DiamondFinish Clear click HERE.

DiamondFinish Clear Is The Ultimate Clear Coat for Fishing Lure Makers DiamondFinish Clear is an ultra-long lasting, moisture cured clear coat designed to add body, depth, and a rich gloss to your fishing lures. DiamondFinish Clear is extremely durable because of its high solids content but at the same time DiamondFinish Clear always remains highly flexible. DiamondFinish Clear is guaranteed to never yellow or crack and can be used over metal, plastic and wood as a crystal clear seal coat. DiamondFinish Clear can be applied by dipping, by brush, and spray gun. DiamondFinish Clear is also ideal for suspending glitter in your finishes. Get some DiamondFinish Clear Coat for your fishing lures today and take your artwork to the next level!

DiamondFinish Clear Is The Clear Coat To Add The Bling To Your Custom Artwork You have created your custom fishing lure and what to protect it and add Bling. Look no further than DiamondFinish Clear Coat to protect your fishing lure and provide the Bling. DiamondFinish Clear Coat is an extremely long lasting, moisture cured clear coat. DiamondFinish Clear adds depth, body, and a rich gloss to your fishing lures. Guaranteed to never yellow or crack, DiamondFinish Clear Coat can also be used over metal, plastic, and wood as a crystal-clear seal coat. DiamondFinish Clear Coat is ideal for suspending glitter in your finishes. DiamondFinish Clear Coat is highly durable due to its high solids content, but at the same time will always remain highly flexible because of advanced coatings technology. DiamondFinish Clear Coat can be applied by brush, spray gun, or by dipping. Get some DiamondFinish Clear Coat for your fishing lures today and take your artwork to the next level!

Candy Pigment and Flake Added To DiamondFinish Clear to Restore Jet Ski Here are some pictures that I took. I’ll explain what I did to get the result that I wanted. I ended up having to make my red base coat because the aluminum had been media blasted and had a really grey appearance, and the customer didn't want me to go thru the extra step in prepping the aluminum for use as my base coat for candy. I had some really coarse silver left over from the base on the ski so that's where I started. After playing around at the mixing bank I added some base coat pigments and a little binder for color and a couple effect pigments, I ended up with the color that the customer wanted. The next step was to mix the pigment(s) in the DiamondFinish Clear, using about 20-30% by volume. It wasn't enough to be opaque, but with 2 coats it covered. The reason for mixing in the clear was solely for DTM adhesion and I wanted to see how far I could go with introducing a large amount of pigments with the DiamondFinish Clear. I followed up with a urethane grade red candy concentrate that I added to a fresh batch of DiamondFinish Clear and that finished it off. The black that you see was rattle can satin black that the customer already applied. It was fully cured. The customer stated that he wanted this gloss black, so I shot the DiamondFinish Clear right over the top. At this point I was done, until the customer wanted me to shoot some .008 OSF Ghost Fire flake over the black sections. So, two more coats and it was buried and now I was done. It looks great! I happy with the result and the customer is more than happy. All in all, I have to say I really like DiamondFinish Clear. DiamondFinish Clear couldn’t be easier to shoot and I LOVE the high solids! I have been shooting flake for years and DiamondFinish Clear is exactly what the doctor ordered! I've been looking forward to trying DiamondFinish Clear out for a couple months now and I glad I did. -Rikk C.

DiamondFinish Clear is not only an automotive 1K clear coat but is also used by artists worldwide to protect their outdoor sculptures and exterior artwork. DiamondFinish Clear is an easy to apply clear coat that is completely non-porous once cured and UV stable protecting permanently the surface that it encapsulates.

DiamondFinish Clear Aerosol is an excellent clear coat to go over sealed wood. DiamondFinish Clear Aerosol is very easy to apply achieving professional looking results. DiamondFinish Clear Aerosol creates a durable finish that withstands all sorts of abuse without chipping, cracking, or peeling making it ideal to apply in some of the toughest environments. “The original finish was a furniture lacquer that only lasted about two years before getting sticky and unable to clean. I removed the old finish by first scraping because it fouled the sandpaper very quickly. I then sanded the wood down to 320 grit. I applied 3 coats of DiamondFinish Clear Aerosol using 4 passes each time. With 24hr drying. Then sanded each with 320 grit. I then applied 3 coats about 20 minutes apart and let it cure for 48+hrs. Then wet sanded with 320, 400,600, 800, 1000, 1500. Then hand buffed to final shine. I am very happy with the results and everyone in shows and cruises is amazed at the finish.” -Ed M.