DiamondFinish Clear Information and FAQs

Can DiamondFinish Clear be applied over another coating (like a base coat)?

DiamondFinish Clear can be applied over other coatings that are fully cured.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be applied over hydrographics?

DiamondFinish Clear is the ideal clear coat for clear coating over hydrographics.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be applied over rusted metal?

DiamondFinish is an ideal clear coat to apply over an older, rusty surface to keep the patina look and prevent future rust.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be applied wet on wet?

Learn the correct recoating process for DiamondFinish Clear — when to apply additional coats, how to use the fingerprint test, and what to avoid for a flawless, long-lasting finish.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be used as a concrete sealer or clear concrete paint?

DiamondFinsih Clear is an excellent concrete sealer that makes the concrete surface more durable and makes for much easier clean-up.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be used on industrial equipment as a protective clear coat?

DiamondFinish Clear is an ideal clear coat for industrial equipment.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be used over laquer and enamel paint?

DiamondFinish Clear can be applied over fully cured lacquer or enamel paints.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be used over RustSeal?

We do not recommend putting DiamondFinish Clear over RustSeal because although DiamondFinish Clear is absolutely UV stable, DiamondFinish Clear does not block the UV rays from getting through to the RustSeal.

Can DiamondFinish Clear be used over water based paint?

DiamondFinish Clear is an ideal clear coat to apply over fully cured water based coatings to provide protection and gloss.

Can I clear coat carbon fiber with DiamondFinish Clear?

DiamondFinish Clear is an ideal clear coat to clear coat carbon fiber to protect the surface with a durable finish.

Can I clear coat wood with DiamondFinish Clear?

DiamondFinish Clear is used to clear coat wood, both sealed and unsealed, raw wood to provide durability and gloss.

Can tints, pearls, and metal flake be added to DiamondFinish Clear?

Tinting and adding metal flake to DiamondFinish Clear is extremely common.

Can you use Diamondfinish Clear on 1986 fiberglass Bass boat top plate?

Wipe the fiberglass surface down with KBS Klean. Allow to dry. Then apply the DiamondFinish Clear.

Do the Brush Mark Really Flow Out When Brushing DiamondFinish Clear?

DiamondFinish Clear was designed to be brushed and when DiamondFinish Clear is brushed, the brush marks do flow out.

Do you recommend DiamondFinish Clear for direct to metal applications?

DiamondFinish Clear is specifically formulated for many applications including Direct To Metal Applications.

How can I matte down DiamondFinish Clear to give a satin of flat sheen?

You can matte down DiamondFinish Clear after 24 hours to give a nice matte or flat finish to your clear coat finish.

How do I speed up the curing of DiamondFinish Clear?

To get the humidity higher, wet the floor, wet some cardboard in the room, throw some wet towels on the floor, add a humidifier to the room or do whatever works for you and your situation.

My DiamondFinish Clear has thickened some. Can I thin it?

DiamondFinish Clear can be thinned and reduced down with KBS #1 Thinner when needed.

Should DiamondFinish Clear be thinned for spraying? With what do you thin DiamondFinish Clear?

For thinning DiamondFinish Clear, you need a slower evaporating solvent than a traditional paint thinner.

Storage Tips For DiamondFinish Clear When Dipping Lures

Clear coating fishing lures and crank baits by dipping is an extremely common application for DiamondFinish Clear. Over the past 20+ years, we have been given quite a few storage tips when using DiamondFinish Clear to dip fishing lures.

The paint is peeling off my hood on my car, could I lightly sand it and apply DiamondFinish Clear to these areas?

DiamondFinish Clear is ideal for stopping peeling paint and small rust spots on a vehicle.

There are small bubbles in my cured DiamondFinish Clear. How do I prevent this and fix it?

Small bubbles in the DiamondFinish Clear film are easy to correct and then achieve a beautiful and durable finish.

What is the best way to open my can of DiamondFinish Clear?

There is a proper way to open a can of DiamondFinish Clear so you are able to close the lid and save DiamondFinish Clear for future use.

What is the best way to store DiamondFinish Clear after you open the can?

DiamondFinish Clear can easily be stored for at least six months after opening.

What is the best way to store DiamondFinish Clear after you open the can?

Dispense a working amount of DiamondFinish Clear into a separate container (steel or glass is best) and seal original can immediately.

What is the coverage for DiamondFinish Clear?

For DiamondFinish Clear, theoretical coverage at one mil (25 µm) is 400 sq.ft. per gallon/9.8 m² per liter.

What is the recommendation for wet sanding and buffing times on DiamondFinish Clear?

For a mirror-like finish, DiamondFinish Clear can be cut and polished or buffed as a normal automotive clear coat after 24 hours under normal conditions.

What kind of roller covers work best for DiamondFinish Clear?

You can roll on DiamondFinish Clear and the best roller cover to use is a low nap mohair roller cover.

Will DiamondFinish Clear adhere to a plastic like a hard hat? Also, will it go over vinyl stickers without harming them?

DiamondFinish Clear is ideal for clear coating hard plastics and also sealing up vinyl decals and vinyl stickers.

Will DiamondFinish Clear chip?

DiamondFinish Clear is formulated with advanced coatings technologies allowing DiamondFInish Clear to be virtually chip-proof under even extreme circumstances.