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Difference between High & Lite finish
Posted by:
Craig Snapp
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Date: October 25, 2022 10:47PM
A newbie question, can someone tell me the differences between High Build finish and Lite Build finish? When one is used over another?
Thanks very much! Cheers Craig Snapp Re: Difference between High & Lite finish
Posted by:
Phil Erickson
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Date: October 26, 2022 12:01AM
As the names indicate, one builds a thicker layer. Re: Difference between High & Lite finish
Posted by:
Michael Danek
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Date: October 26, 2022 05:13AM
I prefer lite build because I aways seem to have a flaw in my first coat anyway and lite allows me to easily put on a second coat while retaining cylindrical wraps (not "footballs.") . However, one can avoid footballs with any epoxy; just don't put as much on, use just a thin coat. Re: Difference between High & Lite finish
Posted by:
Tom Kirkman
(Moderator)
Date: October 26, 2022 07:26AM
You can use a high build finish to obtain a thin coating and you can use a low build finish to obtain a thick coating. It all comes down to how much you apply and/or how many applications you use. In a nutshell, it comes down to the viscosity of the finish. Re: Difference between High & Lite finish
Posted by:
Mark Talmo
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Date: October 26, 2022 08:38PM
Craig,
Although I may not be as experienced as the veteran builders, I have tested numerous brands in both light and high-build viscosities to find the one which works the best for my “style”. Consider doing the same because it really boils-down to personal preference. Nonetheless, I have noticed an almost unanimous “basic” difference between light and “heavy” thread finishes. Light versions tend to mix with less bubbles, flow-out / self-level better, release bubbles better, and have a longer pot life BUT do not build thickness as quickly (usually an attribute for me) and take longer to cure (not an issue for me). You guessed it = I prefer the light versions. Mark Talmo FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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