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    Beginners Question on Finishes

    in Painting, finishing and weathering products and techniques

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    Hi to all. I am fairly new to building and had a finishing question. I was considering using a clear poly finish especially on the dark woods that come with many kits.

    Many kits have the wood connected on “sheets”. Is their a reason why you can not apply a clear finish BEFORE removing from the sheets and assembling? Seems it would be a lot quicker and better coverage.

    I realize that some glues will not adhere properly to some finishes, but if the glue is NOT a problem, can you do this?
     

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    Hi From SE Pennsylvania

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    Hi - to all the members here. 

    I am just getting back into ship building after a 30 year hiatus. Am retired now so have lots of time to hopefully complete some great projects.

    My last build was HMS Bounty in the late '80's. I absolutely love the historic ships with their elaborate styles.

     

    My first inclination was to build the San Felipe or Victory but after reading the many "...uh-oh. Rookie mistake," I have decided to knock it down a bit. 

    I do have lots of experience building 1/4 & 1/3 scale wood R/C planes so am not totally inept with modeling but must admit that planking has me a bit skittish.

     

    Hope to be able to tap into the knowledge of the members here for needed guidance.

     

     

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