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fishkeeprian
04/16/2020, 09:53 AM
Hello just made a pelmet for my tank out of ply, would like to paint it what would be best I use? Thank


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Member No. 1
04/16/2020, 10:21 AM
I had to google it!

A pelmet (also called a "cornice board") is a framework placed above a window, used to conceal curtain fixtures. These can be used decoratively (to hide the curtain rod) and help insulate the window by preventing convection currents.

If I understand you correctly, are you referring to a hood of some sort?

If so, I would use either a good grade of oil based primer, then an oil based top coat. Or as many do, use marine paint. Check with local boat shops or supply shops.

I would go white inside to reflect any light.

albano
04/16/2020, 01:50 PM
I had to google it! ...

It unbelievable, what these people from England are doing to our language !

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fishkeeprian
04/16/2020, 01:52 PM
It unbelievable, what these people from England are doing to our language !

:)


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Misled
04/16/2020, 06:29 PM
I used marine boat paint.

It unbelievable, what these people from England are doing to our language !

:)

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fishkeeprian
04/16/2020, 06:39 PM
Would a silk paint be ok? It will be suspended above the tank.

Silk paint is an emulsion which in the US. You would call a latex paint, it has acrylic/vinyl binders which gives it a gloss type finish.

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Member No. 1
04/17/2020, 03:02 AM
If there will be a decent size air gap between the tank and hood, I would tend to believe the silk paint will be fine.

Are there any local paint stores that you could ring up and ask them for recommendations? Explain your intended application.

ThRoewer
04/17/2020, 03:29 AM
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Don't worry, in about 50 years it's gonna be Spain's issue.