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A decal question ...
Topic Started: Oct 18 2012, 02:53 PM (193 Views)
Harriet
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Right, I have a simple question, which I fear has not got a simple answer ...

For the first time I can remember, I have had decals silvering after drying :( So, my question is, will a coat or two of gloss varnish exacerbate or cure the silvering?

Answers on a postcard please :wub:
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desmojen
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Varnish won't help. The only way you can fix it (possibly) is by getting some decal solution or Klear under the decal. I do this by pricking the decal with a pin or the end of my scalpel and then repeatedly applying a decal set or sol solution until the silvering is gone. If it is really bad I have even sliced lots of cuts into the surface of a decal before, to get the solution under it.

Good luck!

Jen.
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Harriet
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Thank you Jen, I shall try that as soon as I dare :P
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The Hooded Claw
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try using the decal sollution whilst heating it with a hairdryer
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Harriet
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Thank you both, I've tried a combination of the two and I have now put the bits away to 'cure' again! :o
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