I've also heard that painting some clear at the tape edge will also
prevent color creep under the tape. If nothing else, the best way to
prevent creep under, is to use the vinyl tape, but don't stretch it
when you apply it. Just get it taut to produce a straight line...if
that's what you want....and lay it down....DON'T pull on it. And most
important....whatever form of taping you do, be sure the use a
fingernail to press down on all the taped edges JUST before painting,
or even just ahead of where you're painting. Tape always wants to
lift, so the less time between pressing it down and actual shooting
is best.
Lynn Matteson
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On Mar 18, 2010, at 6:30 PM, Patrick Reilly wrote:
> Lowell, If your able to rotate and paint in the flat, it sure is
> easier. I did everything horizontal to avoid runs on vertical
> surfaces. The guys that paint everyday can paint vertical surfaces,
> but it is definitely harder. You might want to get The EAA "How to
> Paint Your Own Airplane" book. I used it as reference. It states to
> pull tape after about 2 hours. Pull the tape "into" the fresh
> paint. Also, do you know the proceedure of painting at the tape
> line with the underlying base color to seal the tape to prevent any
> bleed under the tape?
>
> Pat Reilly
