Quote from Gavin1393 on January 14, 2013, 09:53
Quote from GlennGP on January 14, 2013, 07:26
I've also realised my newb mistake - preparation for Wudtone doesn't require that fine a grade of sanding ...
Will it be OK to go over the whole thing again in 240 grit?
Glenn, I did the same thing..so used to getting acoustics ready for painting!
I have had really POOR results by having a quick rub over with 320 over 600 grit. The paint just would not absorb.
I would highly recommend giving the body a good sand with the 220 / 240 grit making sure to check that any major scratches are removed. Then go over the body again with Super Fine '0000' steel wool.
This will prepare the body nicely to absorb the paint, particularly the 'DEEP' colour before applying the base colour.
I have also experienced, particularly where the guitar has binding, that the glue used does not accept the Wudtone paint. This would result in a 'patchy' finish. If you are unable to sand or use a scraper to remove this glue, try using some Acetone and rub over this patch to remove the glue before starting to paint. Give the body some time to dissipate the Acetone before painting too. I have generally left it to the next day.
If you do miss a 'patch' of glue - I have had some success with 'dabbing' rather than rubbing the Wudtone over the body. If you repeat this process over the offending patch it will start to build some colour which can be lightly rubbed with the Super fine wool between coats so as to be barely noticeable.