rrswede posted:George, the only Rust-Oleum Ultra Matte Evening Navy paint I spotted is their Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover type.
I have found this 2X paint gets applied thicker than their standard spray and is extremely slow drying. Even after 30 minutes baking time at about 200 degrees F, the surface remains soft for about a week or so. I use this type paint but never plan to assemble sprayed components for a couple weeks, at least.
What has your experience been?
Thanks, swede
Swede,
Yes, Rustoleum paint takes forever to dry. I bake in a light bulb oven, so nowhere near 200 degrees. I bake for an hour and try to let it dry for 2 days. That should allow me to assemble if I am careful. If I am painting two colors, I wait a week or two before masking the part for the second color. It's a slow process, but is worth the wait.
I haven't found another option for this color. The best rattle can paint I have used was the ACE hardware brand. It was hard as a rock within 2 hours. It was a gloss John Deere green.
I have had similar results to Rustoleum with my airbrush. My airbrush is difficult to use and to get the paint thinned correctly. Sometimes, it's my only option, though.
George
