Plastic like finish?

[Wenyce]

1. Thanks for the board I've enjoyed it even though I haven't said much. Hi to all.
2. I'm creating a futuristic computer desk and would like advice on how to go about getting a plastic like finish. I've been looking at a satin acrylic paint, but I figured before going to the big box store let me go to the experts. I did a search but believe it or not it came up empty (using tapatalk).

The material I'm using is plywood (have a whole bunch of it from another project).
Please let me know if I'm missing any details, I'm brand new at this and never applied finish to anything yet.

 

[tjbnwi]

Not enough info to offer any advice.

Tom

 

[Wenyce]

Not enough info to offer any advice.

Tom

Ok I'm trying to make a desk made out of wood resemble something like this

But in white not orange. Does that help?

 

[tjbnwi]

You're going to end up, cheese cloth joint/seams, skimming the entire project with bondo, sanding smooth, prime with SW Wall and Wood, sand, reprime, sand, acrylic paint or Kem Aqua + for color coat, spray on a high gloss acrylic finish. That finish will be a lot of work. Pretty much all in the prep. Don't expect that grade of finish/reflection with out a dust free booth and spray.

Tom

 

[rnt80]

Nothing like starting off your finishing journey with the hardest possible finish  [eek]

 

[semenza]

Not enough info to offer any advice.

Tom

Ok I'm trying to make a desk made out of wood resemble something like this

But in white not orange. Does that help?

Hi,

Welcome to the FOG!  [smile]

That is some serious finish you are going for.  Good luck on it  [thumbs up]

Seth

 

[polarsea1]

If you have the skill to build that desk, finishing it won't be a problem. Sanding, filling, sealing, priming - then a some Kem-Aqua or Agualente wb lacquer. Nothing available at the borg but Sherwin-Williams carries Kem-Aqua and compatible sealers/primers.

 

[Scott B.]

I think what some of the other members are saying in this post is that, sure, you can do a high gloss finish, but everything you have to do in order for a high gloss finish to come out properly is alot of work, and the prep has to be flawless. On a piece like this, it would be a challenge, even for the hardiest of finishers.

High gloss is extremely unforgiving. It shows any imperfection in materials and surface prep. And as noted, it is extremely dust sensitive during the finishing process.

That said, Fine Paints of Europe makes really good High Gloss Enamel. Ben Moore has a new one called Grand Entrance. I have used both, and they are both very boutiquey. Expect to pay $80+/qt (yes, quart) for good HG.

You won't find anything suitable at the big box store.

 

[Wenyce]

Thanks for the replies. I'll learn up the processes outlined above and when accomplished ill put up some pics for criticism. That's not the desk I'm putting together that's a bit more Cheetos than futuristic, lol.

 

[semenza]

Thanks for the replies. I'll learn up the processes outlined above and when accomplished ill put up some pics for criticism. That's not the desk I'm putting together that's a bit more Cheetos than futuristic, lol.

[laughing]  [laughing]

  Would love to see this whole build and finish process shown.

Seth

 

[JHC]

I can give you a quick and dirty version of how to achieve that finish the easiest way I know.

Spray fill primer. This could be any high build primer that will fill all the imperfections in plywood. I would consult a cabinet grade finish professional and stick with their system.
Color coat
Topcoat like kem aqua in gloss. This finish can be wet sanded and buffed like an automotive finish to get the imperfections out.

This imo is the easiest way to get a flawless gloss finish. Any system that isn't buffed is at the mercy of dust settling in the finish after doing all that hard prep work.

 

[Slappy]

[popcorn]

 

[Wenyce]

I can give you a quick and dirty version of how to achieve that finish the easiest way I know.

Spray fill primer. This could be any high build primer that will fill all the imperfections in plywood. I would consult a cabinet grade finish professional and stick with their system.
Color coat
Topcoat like kem aqua in gloss. This finish can be wet sanded and buffed like an automotive finish to get the imperfections out.

This imo is the easiest way to get a flawless gloss finish. Any system that isn't buffed is at the mercy of dust settling in the finish after doing all that hard prep work.

Thanks that sounds interesting. I can't wait to finish this up.

I've had monetary set back on the project, but I'm sure ill get it back up and running in a bit.

 

[rjwz28]

I would go with an automotive basecoat/clearcoat finish.  And then rub out the clear and buff to a high gloss.

Rob