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Tradio Paper decal covering question
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05-27-2015, 02:13 PM
So I have been finishing up the Tradios that dont need to be stripped and have applied the sticker decals to a few.

My question is this:
I have applied the decals but what should I put over them? Should I clear coat the Front of the cabinets or the whole thing?

It is a paper sticker like the original was so any ideas?

Kirk


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05-27-2015, 03:33 PM
I'd at least clear the fronts, and if it doesn't match the rest do the whole cabinet.... maybe use a satin so it isn't too glossy.


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05-27-2015, 05:28 PM
Mike, what were the originals like? I'm guessing just applied with no "covering". Please send John some more quarters!
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05-27-2015, 06:37 PM
HA!
No quarters for you!
The originals were just stickers with nothing over them. They just slapped them on.
I will try some stain to make them look more age appropriate.
Clear will be the second choice if the stain ruins the paper.
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