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Been wondering the same thing. I've got a frame that has this matte like look that I might want to clearcoat to get some shine to it, but haven't been sure what could work. But I think @privatepatterson said something about using the same brand as the paint, something to do with chemical composition etc.
Also, repainting my fixie with spray.bike stuff but they seem to make a clear coat...
r_mash-
Yeah man... best practice is to use the same brand as the basecoat for that exact reason.
Each new layer of product isn't supposed to sit on top of the previous; the intention is instead that they chemically fuse to one another.If your bike is already painted and you want to clearcoat to protect what's underneath it, just key it up with Scotchbrite and clearcoat it with an automotive clear from Halfords.
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For yours... you could potentially polish up the current matte clearcoat rather than going again.
The shininess of a paint finish is simply down to the sheen of the clearcoat (unless you're using direct gloss products).
general_greyharbour
Anyone got any recommendations of rattle can clear coat? Something hard wearing.