anyone know what the shortest time between coats can be? I usually wait 24 hours between coats but is this necessary? can I just lay down another coat after a few hours? the rod Im working on now is going to take 5+ coats, as I put a bunch of abalone in it and I want to get a nice finish over the uneven surfaces. thanks for any help.

My rule of thumb is 18-24 hours, no more and no less. This rule has worked in every temperature, humidity level, buildup desired, etc. Five coats is a bunch of epoxy ... although I use LS Supreme, have you considered going to the Hi-Build formula?

I have had no problems with putting the next coat on after 6-8 hours. I checked the unused portion and if it has set up, I go ahead and add the next coat.

I do the same as Mike with good results.

Stan Grace
Helena, MT
"Our best is none too good"

thanks guys- think ill go ahead and apply every 8 hours or so.
Jim, I have not used high build, although I would like to try. I usually do three very thin coats of LS supreme and get a nice flat finish. how many coats of high build are normally used.

Hey Jared

I still owe you a call...

How did working with the Abalone turn out? Was it as hard as I think or easier?

Send me some pics.

Ernie

easier
but I expected it to be a pain in the @$$
Ill post some pics after I finish the rod

Aftcote I give overnight

Threadmaster I give 7-8hrs

before recoat.

DR

Ditto on the 6-8 hours. As soon as the finish is tack free I have applied another coat.

Lou