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for those that have used metallic surfacers...

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for those that have used metallic surfacers...

Post by vance galliher »

which do you prefer for exterior use... triangle coatings sophisticated finishes or modern masters metal effects ? I've used both with mixed results.
thanks for any reply
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Re: for those that have used metallic surfacers...

Post by Danny Baronian »

Vance, I doubt there's much difference between the two, though I use Sophisticated finishes more than Modern Masters.

At one time they were separate companies, but Sophisticated (Triangle Coatings) bought out Modern Masters long ago. Both products consist of a latex carrier with real, atomized metals mixed in, designed for interior and exterior application.

I've only had one problem over the years, due to insufficient prep, not failure of the product.

What are you trying to do, and what were the mixed results?
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Re: for those that have used metallic surfacers...

Post by vance galliher »

danny, top picture shows sign installed in 2010 , exterior. under large overhang. I used sophisticated (unsealed) . bottom photo was taken yesterday...all the "effects" are gone.

(well I tried attachment of photo 612kb...but I'm not seeing it. i'll keep trying)
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