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I've used many types of spray-bomb paints; my preference, from generic to topbrand products, is solvent-based (usually toulene) paints. Krylon Fusion is no doubt solvent-based (check label). I believe the mode of application may be causing many of the problems cited in this forum. Patience is key; try not to rush your projects. Rushing can cause one to unintentionally apply too heavy a coat or too many coats. Distance is key; treat the spray-bomb similar to an airbrush. Rule-of-thumb; 10-12" from object. Assess the weight of the coat on a scrap piece before application on a model. 3-Step coat is key; 1st a spackle coat, speckling the entire surface,let dry at least 20-30 minutes <br />(more is better in the 3-step coat applications), even on primed surfaces the spackle coat provides a color tooth for the next steps and can help prevent paint runs. 2nd a fill coat at the same distance and weight as the spackle coat; this coat may or may not cover the entire surface, either is OK, let dry at least 20-30 minutes (remember more is better). 3rd is the topcoat at the same distance and weight as the spackle coat; multiple passes can be done with care and the recommendation to increase the distance from the model. This step should produce a very uniform surface. Let dry(cure) for at least 5-7 days before applying masks, decals or any type of clear topcoat. Clear topcoats should be applied with the 3-Steps as well. A final note, when airbrushing or spray-bombing always start spraying off the model and end off the model with a steady, even stroke. Hope this helps.
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