📌This Coating Really Works for Smoothing your PLA Prints the Easy Way - No Sanding

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📌This Coating Really Works for Smoothing your PLA Prints the Easy Way - No Sanding - Great Results

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Күн бұрын

At Last I have found a successful way for Smoothing PLA 3D Prints using an easily obtainable product. You simply apply this with a small paint brush, and allow it to dry.
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No sanding is needed to achieve a near glass like PLA Smoothing with Good Results.
I will be testing this coating further to see how it reacts to Acrylic Paint, and Spray Painting.
Obviously the better quality your 3D print is, then the smaller amount of this coating will be needed.
P.S. I do believe I have found a really easy way to get a smooth surface coating for your PLA prints.
All My Smoothing PLA Video Tests Below.
1 of 5: • 📌 Smoothing PLA 3D Pri... Nail Polish and Ethyl Acetate
2 of 5: • 📌 PLA Smoothing 3D Pri... Heat Gun and a Reflow Station
3 of 5: • 📌 Smoothing PLA 3D Pri... Plasti-Kote Plastic Primer
4 of 5: • 📌 Smoothing PLA 3D Pri... Clear Concrete Sealer
5 of 5: • 📌This Coating Really W... Success at Last
🎯The product I used in this Video
Polyurethane clear gloss timber floor coating.
In Australia its called Wattle Estapol clear gloss
📌 Checkout other videos from Garry Purcells KZfaq Channel: / garrypurcell

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@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Be sure to check out the price of Creality 3D Printers at Banggood 📌 www.banggood.com/custlink/KDmG6LPufd

@ChrisRiley3D-Everything Жыл бұрын

You should try fiberglass resin to coat your prints.

@MrThisIsMeToo Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisRiley3D-Everything Actually he should try washing his hands and a manicure the slob.

@hyperhektor7733 5 жыл бұрын

Just a tip how you can improve._: i suggest you make another video where you show the product and its name, so you get a way better rating and clicks. / i know its in the text box btw.

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@WeirdTigger27 5 жыл бұрын

Hyper Hektor f

@No1sonuk 4 жыл бұрын

And using a black model in a dark environment wasn't a good choice either.

@joe2501echo 3 жыл бұрын

I've tried this method, but with less success, though I think it's because my current printer is incapable of a smaller layer height than .02mm due to the complete and utter lack of cooling as well as its crunchy sounding motors not really being up to snuff for the speeds I push them to. For anyone who isn't willing to go that highly detailed for the sake of smoothness, I will suggest smoothing with Bondo, then sealing with polyeurethane. Not only will this seal the part and make it smooth, but it should also make it much easier to do this with far larger prints. For example, if you're printing a new housing for your side view mirror.

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the way you get your 3d prints smooth.🙂 However, Sanding is what were trying to avoid. I'd suggest you try two coats of Polyurethane, and see how that works for you. "I use flooring polyurethane, as it seem thicker"

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the info about smoothing PLA, mister! When my print arrives I'll be testing it.

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Have you had a chance to test out the Polyurethane coating on your models?

4 жыл бұрын

My printer has already arrived. Yay! But i still haven't tried polyurethane, because The printer that I got wich is Ender 3 turned out to be pretty efficient at smoothing the layers in its lowest layer height. As I'm a miniature sculptor I'm always demanding the lowest layer height for my prints, and I didn't know but turns out it can do a good job in smoothing it by itself. But the information that I can rely on polyurethane for enhancing the models is very useful and I'm sureI'll come across the need in the future.

@tobyh2026 4 жыл бұрын

My printer is coming tomorrow I’m so excited

@jasonfairclough4619 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Garry, I also have had success with polyurethane coating. I have used a degassing chamber beforehand but this is probably unnecessary.

@GarryPurcell 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you discovered Polyurethane also. 😀

@Berecki2 5 жыл бұрын

So what is it basically that you are applying?

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Polyurethane clear gloss timber floor coating. Its in the Video Description.

@metacombs 4 жыл бұрын

Its interesting because even though the shiny model is way smoother, it also shows every flaw. What I would like to see is a matte clear over the shiny one and see what it looks like. I'm betting it will look even cleaner unless you really want a gloss surface of course.

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

I made a follow up video using Polyurethane and painted a finished model, you might be surprised at the result kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html.

@metacombs 4 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell I noticed that after I commented. Turned out really nice with the paint only.

@teddyjackson1902 2 жыл бұрын

Use whatever “smoothing” agent as a filler and put a top coat over it, color or whatever.

@freshpow21 5 жыл бұрын

I wonder if running the poly through an airbrush will improve the process even more. Keeping the intended detail, while smoothing the print layers, is my ultimate goal.

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

I don't think that would work as expected. The Polyurethane fills in the small areas between the layers when applied thick, so thinning it so it can be air sprayed, would reduce its efficiency at filling gaps.

@freshpow21 5 жыл бұрын

Garry Purcell thanks for the response! Yeah I can understand why that may be an issue folks worry about, but I don't think that's specific enough. True that it may be thinner, but the level of control with an airbrush is far beyond that of brushing or aerosol paints. So, based on your preference you increase or choke down the flow rate until you're dialed in perfectly for the application at hand. The only issue I foresee with airbrush is the polyurethane being too thick for use. Maybe there's a way to thin it like you always do with airbrush paint, while keeping the bonding properties intact. May still be worth a shot. 👍🏼

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

@@freshpow21 The polyurethane can be thinned, but you will not get the results you're looking for.

@stanandre4539 5 жыл бұрын

@@freshpow21 Please try and let youtube know, i'm very curious. Just saying "it won't work" without having tried and with no credible basis for saying no isn't how new techniques are discovered. In fact, and assuming you can thin the product so as not to clog your device, i don't see why it wouldn't work.

@freshpow21 5 жыл бұрын

Stan André it’s good to see you’re glass half full like me. :-) Actually after reading Garry’s comment, I did a another search online and found several folks who go into great detail on airbrushing with thinned polyurethane. Not only is it possible, but getting desired results were demonstrated.

@lizarrrdbeth 3 жыл бұрын

I do love the repurposing of the microwave glass!! Good idea!!

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

It worked as a carousel for this video.

@hampuswahlgren5952 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell No you never used the spinning part of it :(

@peanutbutter3578 2 жыл бұрын

you should test out putting fiberglass on pla.. it would be great for larger waterproof things

@GarryPurcell 2 жыл бұрын

I think there is a commercial coating available from memory.

@robotmad 4 жыл бұрын

I use in the UK G4 Pond sealer appears to be similar stuff, i also use this stuff for sealing wooden moulds gives a nice smooth finish.

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Handy to know. Thank You

@Aashka_The_Mystic Жыл бұрын

Very nice, I'm going to home Depot to get some of this today.

@Seraphic85 3 жыл бұрын

Went looking for this today - Is it the water based or oil based Wattyl product?

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Its Oil Based

@Seraphic85 3 жыл бұрын

Garry Purcell hi Garry. Thanks for the info. I ended up picking up a Cabots clear polyurethane instead from Bunnings, but it seems quite thin, kind of like olive oil. Is the Wattyl stuff quite ‘thick’ to apply? Or is it runny as well?

@user-xt1so1hm2b 2 күн бұрын

Nice!!

@GarryPurcell 12 сағат бұрын

Thanks for the visit

@heavyrain8821 4 жыл бұрын

For me I use layers height 2mm for printing and for smoothing I use Fixative acrylic coating spray and no need to do sanding or any thing like that . Just print then spray .

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

I use fixative on my oil paintings. Never used it for 3D prints, I'll give it a go, Thanks.

@pyrosnap4524 4 жыл бұрын

Can you tell us, please, which fixative spray do you use? I mean, which brand (Krylon,...)? Maybe some link of this product?

@ltribley 6 жыл бұрын

GREAT TIP! Never thought about using Polyurethane even though I'm currently finishing a piece of furniture in Polyurethane Stain, oak color. It comes in a variety of colors and would be interesting to finish with a white print. Using an air brush would be best. There are different kinds of Polyurethane and it can be found at any big box home store like Home Depot and hardware stores worldwide.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Joe Glad you found my video useful. I don't own an airbrush, and I'm not sure it would work. I would like to know the answer myself.

@ltribley 6 жыл бұрын

Garry Purcell Thanks for getting back. Yes air brushes can be used with kind of material, but it's a lot of work cleaning them.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Now I know. P.S. I use the traditional artists paint brush myself, with Acrylic artist tube paint.

@gregd1401 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Garry. Is that oil based or water based polyurethane you are using. Can I get it from Bunnings.

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Hi The one I used was an Oil based. The product name is in the Video description above.

@roadstar499 4 жыл бұрын

Just use spray it with clear coat for plastic... 3 to 4 coats ...light,medium then heavy...drys in minutes... looks perfect!

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

I'll give that a go. Thanks.

@skadifrostqueen3052 3 жыл бұрын

Would you try this on something a bit larger like a mask? I'm interested in what your opinion would be on it. Thank you!!!

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

I' d suggest you try a smaller item first, and check to see if your OK with the odour of the Polyurethane.

@Soulkreed 6 жыл бұрын

This designs really great! Simply cannot hold on to see the same as this. Great job.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙂 Let me know how you go.

@HoopyAmero 4 жыл бұрын

Is it oil based or water based polyurethane?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

The one I used is Oil Based.

@Labyrnthdom 4 жыл бұрын

Can you use acrylic paint on this after you do this coating?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I actually made a video painting one of my smoothed models, with acrylic paint. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@BikermanCoUk 3 жыл бұрын

I've started using Ronseal Interior clear varnish. It goes on milky-white but dries clear and gives a nice gloss finish which appears to be pretty hard-wearing. PS - I carry no torch for Ronseal and other brands might work as well or better - I just happened to have this tin handy.

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for confirming that Polyurethane Varnish works.🙂

@BikermanCoUk 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell Glad to help. For info, I just tried the 'satin' version and it gives a very nice finish, about 3/4 the way along the glossy/matt scale.

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

@@BikermanCoUk Thanks for letting us all know about the satin finish. I found the Polyurethane gloss works for me, and it takes acrylic paint over the top nicely.

@JorgeGarcia-ff3mu 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this... I also saw good results with Epoxy, but that looks a bit messy to me... Polyurethane also comes in satin and matt finish, so if you are like me and don't like overly shiny things then it may be worth trying the others....

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

That's a good point I've only use the gloss on myself but I will grab some of the Satin finish and give that a go as well thanks for the suggestion

@JorgeGarcia-ff3mu 6 жыл бұрын

An epilogue to this - I've just tried a "no name" PU that I had lying around. It's meant for unfinished furniture in which case 2-3 coats are needed before an acceptable finish and level of protection is achieved... as a result (and probably due to it's "cheapness") it's very thin - ie the viscosity of the solution is very low. Coating - indeed dip coating - with this thin PU solution did not achieve the results shown in your video Garry... Certainly would not pass the fingernail test. I'm guessing that you got the results that you did because you used a floor finishing PU which would be of much higher viscosity and quality to the one that I used. I hope that this additional note is of help.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I used one formulated for floors.

@cccmmm2563 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video and the time you spent researching polyurethane mate. Gonna go get some tomorrow and am excited to try it out! My miniatures have awful lines, hopefully this is the solution!! Cheers.

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help. You may need to use more than one coat, depending on the brand you use. P.S. Please let me know how you go.

@WhereNerdyisCool 6 жыл бұрын

You've been a busy builder, Gary! Nice work!

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks So Far So Good as they say. 🙂

@gregclare 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the interesting video. Three questions: 1. As Estapol is solvent based, do you think the solvent is smoothing the 3D print, or is it just simply a layer over the top? 2. Did you try the Estapol Matt finish, as I’d imagine a matt finish would better disguise imperfections (less reflective than gloss)? 3. I’m guessing that once you have polyurethane coated (to smooth), then painting is not going to be an option?

@gregclare 6 жыл бұрын

You can ignore my question 3. I just found your follow-up 1 Feb painting video. Perhaps add a link to your description for others to find. :-)

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg 1. Estapol is an oil based product. Its an added layer filling in the gaps on the print. 2. I have only used the Gloss finish, so can't answer your question. 3. Painting over the Smooth finish is very easy. (I made a separate video It shows various paint coatings I tested) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@gregclare 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Garry. I’m so confused. :-) - The Wattyl website says Estapol is "A solvent based clear polyurethane” (goo.gl/dttT2E). - You say it’s Oil based (is that the same?). - Then my local Mitre10 says it’s Water base (goo.gl/vmRQCc) - But obviously not as they also say Turpentine cleanup! LOL So, I trusted the Wattyl website, and therefore thought “Solvent based” may mean there is also some reaction / softening of the PLA (to smooth it out a little)? But, I certainly understand that it is, in any case, also acting as a filler (similar to now a surface primer fills imperfections). I might give the Matt a go and see how that comes up. Also (I’m not knowledgeable on this stuff), but would the water base Estapol polyurethane variant (goo.gl/VMwvxQ) take to the PLA? If so, it would be easier cleanup and also presumably more compatible with applying acrylic paints?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Any Oil Based product uses Various Solvents to thin them. For Coating your Prints, think along the lines of a thick coat of Gloss Door and Trimming Paint, rather than a water based, thin wall paint. You'll get the idea. Make sure you allow time for the coats to dry, if you intend to do more than one. The finish I have achieved with the Polyurethane is good enough, that I can paint directly onto the coated PLA after 2 days drying, and without doing any sanding at all. Makes finishing a model easy. Iv'e also had no side effects (Warping or Softening) using Estapol Floor Grade Polyurethane to my prints. I'm not sure if Turpentine affects PLA, I might have a look into that when I get some time.

@davidrowan6556 5 жыл бұрын

looks good, is it easy to paint on after?

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it's very easy to paint on. I made a video showing just that. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@Mantastor 6 жыл бұрын

Legendary, thanks for the effort put in & sharing your results.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

It was fun making this video, and sharing my results. I do have two more videos regarding products for smoothing that I haven't uploaded yet.🙂

@Mantastor 6 жыл бұрын

I would be interested on seeing anything else you have tried. I have seen that some people recommend a quick bath of Methylene Chloride for PLA smoothing (when people have used a brush it just doesn't seem to work for them), is this something you have tried?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

If you go to my playlists below, and look in the right hand column. you will find a few listed in it that I have already tried 🙂 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d85hftqY1KnJYWw.html

@madman7923 6 жыл бұрын

Great I'll give this a shot prior to painting my models, thanks

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Let me know how you go. P.S. I did a video showing me painting PLA models, using various finishes over smoothed Polyurethane. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@pogle63 2 жыл бұрын

So you have basically VARNISHED your PLA prints using wood /floor varnish is that what you used, polyurethane varnish? Looks good but you didn`t actually say what you used.

@GarryPurcell 2 жыл бұрын

The Name of the product I used is in the Video description.

@mrpoolplayer6379 4 жыл бұрын

I have molded urethane parts, will this coating stick to urethane parts..???? What should I use, on the urethane parts, before coating them. The parts may have some mold release on them....

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

I really don't know the answer. What I would suggest, If you have a failed casting, try the coating on it, or use a part of the good casting that is hidden from sight, to do a small test section and see if it sticks.

@sf1projects 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Garry, thanks for your video! Might pick up a can to try it out. Have you tried painting the coated parts?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I also did a video.showing me painting over the Polyurethane coating.click the link is below to see the results, kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@connerreyes3930 4 жыл бұрын

How long does it take for the first coat of Polyurethane to dry? How many coats do you suggest be applied and would my 3d model still have the small details?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

I usually allow 24 hours between coats. The number of coats depend on the thickness of the Polyurethane in the tin, some are quite watery and need multiple coats.

@heavyrain8821 4 жыл бұрын

Hi you can use Fixative UV- resistance acrylic counting ( spray ) it drys fast about 5 min and no need to do sanding .

@ThePetalesharo 6 жыл бұрын

Have you tested any more and seen if there are clearer coatings that don't give a tinge of yellow to the parts? Cheers for doing all of the testing I've wanted to, would like to see a bonus episode in the series of what sanding and the coating looks like on a part.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I have made a follow up video showing painting over the Polyurethane coating. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html I do have another product coating that is perfectly clear, but rather expensive. I will be making a video with it, in the next week or two.

@ThePetalesharo 6 жыл бұрын

Garry Purcell I already checked that one out along with most of your latest 3d printing videos, can't wait to check it out! You have a sub for as long as KZfaq is in business

@trex52 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! thank you!

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you found my video useful.

@user-cm6yw4zm8l 6 жыл бұрын

Really useful video. Thanks!

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked my Video. Let me know how you go using Polyurethane on your models.

@radishdalek 4 жыл бұрын

Does this work with matt instead of gloss?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know, as I don't have any matt finish Polyurethane to test it for you.

@brandielee7971 5 жыл бұрын

This is awesome, thanks so much

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Polyurethane works really well that's for sure.

@ingusmant 4 жыл бұрын

Would you say this is skin safe? Like for a mask?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Its Polyurethane, so a well ventilated place to coat your model is a good idea.

@ingusmant 4 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell no I mean after is dried, I want to coat a 3d printed mask but dont know if this would be safe for my skin

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

@@ingusmant That I can't answer. I would suggest you consult your local chemist, for some advice as to the toxicity of Polyurethane.

@klyons217 3 жыл бұрын

Turns into an ASMR video at 0:58 😊

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

"Ommmmmm - Mantra Meditation" 😉

@JAYTEEAU 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Garry, glad you've found a product to produce those results. Has your quest ended? Cheers, JAYTEE

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I do have another product up my sleeve, but its quite expensive. so I'm not sure if I'll make a video about it.

@JAYTEEAU 6 жыл бұрын

Fair enough. Cheers

@brandielee7971 4 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if this coating can be cast with Platinum silicone with no issues?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry I'm not certain. You could test some Polyurethane with the silicon to see if you get a reaction. I personally think you should be OK if you use a mould release, but not sure.

@breadfan_85 4 жыл бұрын

What about all the bubbles and other debris that's embedded in the surface though?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

There are no bubbles or debris in the finished Horse model that went on and painted in the next video.

@breadfan_85 4 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell cool. I'll check it out to see how you accomplished it then. Thanks.

@antonwinter630 6 жыл бұрын

hi Garry, thanks for the vid. is the wattyl polyurathane water or oil based?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Anton Its Oil based

@antonwinter630 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for that. im going to give it a shot this weekend

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you will be impressed with the results. Be sure to allow it to dry between coats, and give it at least one full day before handling the print. P.S. Let me know how you go.

@MrGTAmodsgerman 3 жыл бұрын

Its not making it smooth. It makes it glossy, thats all. Its covering the model.

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm,,,, and what do you think the finished result is.... All printer lines no longer visible, and a smooth surface to paint over.

@MrGTAmodsgerman 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell Well i have seen laver lines after the coating in the video, but with increased reflection.

@mac_uk5464 4 жыл бұрын

Nice.

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. A Polyurethane coating works quite nicely.

@christopherchance4860 4 жыл бұрын

can you prime and paint over this? Thank you

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you can. I made a video of a 3D printed model that I coated in Polyurethane, and then painted using Artist Grade Acrylic Paint. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@ethan073 6 жыл бұрын

Perfect. Off to the store I go! Thank you!

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Glad my video helped you. Please let me know how things go for you.

@connerreyes3930 4 жыл бұрын

Have you tried the Polyurethane and if so, did it hide small details on your 3d model?

@NeilWNC 6 жыл бұрын

Nice work, I'm interested! Have you tried dipping a part rather than brushing on?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

No, I did not try dipping. I think it might be a bit messy 🙂

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jolongsa Spray packs tend to apply a thin layer, so I'm not sure how it would work. Maybe someone who has used a spray can will let you know.

@fekryelsayed5342 5 жыл бұрын

What I understood that you did the first coating, then you let it to dry and then another coating and after that you left it for two days to dry? If that's that you did is this the perfect duration to dry the coating or that was just an assumption and it could be dry in less time than ctwo days" and thanks for the video by the way 🌷

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Air drying goes fairly quickly, but allowing extra days before adding decorative paint, will give you a better finish.

@karlosss1868 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary. I'm fairly sure wattyl estapol here in Aus, comes in both a solvent based form & water based. Do you happen to know which one you used. Thx mate.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Karloss I Oil Based.

@ChannelHTS 4 жыл бұрын

does it make prints stronger

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

No it doesn't, make the print any stronger, as far as I know.

@ChannelHTS 4 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell thanks mate. is it a oil based polyurethane varnish?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChannelHTS The one I used is Oil Based.

@ChannelHTS 4 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell thanks so much

@dylanstufflebeem6712 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, i know this video is kinda old, but I wanted to know if the polyurethane will remove any color permanent markers when coating the print?

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

The polyurethane coating should go over the permanent markers, but you will still see them on the model. You can paint over the polyurethane to give a nice finish.

@TheIcemanModdeler 6 жыл бұрын

This is vey interesting, been playing around with Xtc these last couple of days and just coated a print with it in combination with acetone in order to thin it out for prints that were printed at 100 microns. How thick is this substance?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I'm not certain what happened to my original reply as its not showing So I'll add it again. The Horse figurine is .1 and the benchies .2

@TheIcemanModdeler 6 жыл бұрын

I actually saw the original reply and gave it a thumbs up.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I wonder what happened to my original comment. Glitch in system maybe? Anyway, at least you saw my reply.😀 P.S. I have an unopened box of XTC. (bought it last year) I really should do a comparison of XTC versus Polyurethane.

@TheIcemanModdeler 6 жыл бұрын

You really should, if it's as good as XTC with a lower price point then it will be the best way to go.

@ThePetalesharo 6 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see this. Especially on a lighter color print, maybe white to see if it is significantly clearer

@Munky332 3 жыл бұрын

Uh, literally didn't see the product. You share a video and didn't even mention brand? Just "floor polyurethane" yea, that *really* helps so much....

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Poyurethane is known under various trade names world wide. So if I use the Trade name Esytapol, you most likely have no idea what I'm talking about.

@Munky332 3 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell no, not at all, because I have the freaking world at my finger tips. If you give me a specific brand and product line I can find something similar, but if you just say "polyurethane floor coating" I have to go and make a list of like 30 different potential products....

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

@@Munky332 And they would all be correct, as Polyurethane is the Product.

@RTJ3DCosplay 5 жыл бұрын

I read the descriotion but googling the product nane as timbre varnish got no results do u have a link?

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

The product is "Polyurethane clear gloss" its a timber floor coating. Hope that helps.

@RTJ3DCosplay 5 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell thank you

@ussrover 6 жыл бұрын

great idea using polyurethane I guessed that is what you used. Is it food grade quality polyurethane? thanks

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, polyurethane is not food safe, the one I used is a timber floor coating.

@ussrover 6 жыл бұрын

actually some are you have to search for it (or ask at hardware store) but research is needed

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

The one I used is available in Australia, its called Wattle Estapol Clear Gloss.

@TheIcemanModdeler 4 жыл бұрын

So it's basically like XTC?

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

XTC is a two part epoxy resin, so once it's mixed you will discard what batch you didn't use. Polyurethane will remain usable in the tin until exposed to air, so once the tin is closed it will not go off. Polyurethane is a soft to touch finish, XTC is solid. Hope that helps.

@TheIcemanModdeler 4 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell Thanks for responding, didn't like XTC, it was way too thick and covered up the details even after trying to thin it. Now i mostly use a thin mixture of plaster with water to fill the layer lines, or spackle paste used for drywall that can also be thinend with water. Have more control using these products.

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheIcemanModdeler I would think adhesion might be a long term problem, with the model expanding and contracting, at a different rate to the plaster, but not sure. I made a video showing a Polyurethane coated model, being painted with Artist Grade Acrylic paint. It might help you to decide to give Polyurethane a go. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@GaeusRufus 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheIcemanModdeler I would imagine the poly could be thinned and applied in several coats to keep the detail and still smooth the print.

@Robothut 6 жыл бұрын

I have used 5 minuet epoxy thinned with alcohol, just brush it on and in 10 minuets or so you are ready to paint.

@Robothut 6 жыл бұрын

Oh and thanks for posting. I will try the Polyurethane as well just to see how it does for me.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Sounds good I must try that. How long is its working life once thinned?

@shanehobson4401 5 жыл бұрын

How thin did you make it please?

@shanehobson4401 5 жыл бұрын

nevermind my epoxy has gone off lol.

@mtbmatt 6 жыл бұрын

I notice that is was kind of thick going on. have you tried cutting the poly with mineral spirits?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I wanted a thick coat to fill the print lines. You can always thin the polyurethane as you suggested, if you already have a smooth sanded print.

@ToadsTho 5 жыл бұрын

I wonder if this is what xtc3d basically is, it seems to have the same effect. This would be cheaper, though. Any idea how paint would stick on top? I've done no research, just thinking it might save some sanding time

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

I have some xtc3d on-hand but never used it. (I've been happy with the Polyurethane finish) Mayby I should make a video and compair results.

@ToadsTho 5 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell I agree, I'd be interested in seeing it. I don't know if you'd be interested, but seeing how paint sticks to both surfaces would also be interesting. I imagine if you scuffed it and primed it there would be few issues? I may make a go of it myself to see. Keep up the good work, friend!

@DigiTalDeaD 5 жыл бұрын

XTC 3D is epoxy resin as opposed to Polyurethane.

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

@@DigiTalDeaD Thanks for the info

@3dprintwiz378 6 жыл бұрын

Hi, I tried this method a long time ago, but could not get the same result as you did. How many coats of it did you apply and how many minutes between coats did you allow it to dry. Please tell me. Thanks.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Two coats Wattle Polyurethane Clear Gloss (Oil based), 6 hour interval between coats.

@3dprintwiz378 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the reply, I will try this right away. I did mine with just 30 minutes interval between coats, maybe that is why it did not work.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I also gave it a thick coat, P.S. Let me know how you go.

@jeromyjohnson2084 6 жыл бұрын

I have that same boat today it's black I'm not kidding

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeromy Great minds think alike. 😉

@bigjeff4519 6 жыл бұрын

as a 3d printer ive been using spray putty primer and lots of sanding your method looks good and id like to try it, where did you get yours from? im in perth australia

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Kari I used Wattle Estapol Clear Gloss Its a Polyurethane oil based product I did a follow up video showing painting the smoothed models, and products I used. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@bigjeff4519 6 жыл бұрын

i was more asking where did you buy your Polyurethane? on line ?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

You can buy online, or at any hardware store.

@bigjeff4519 6 жыл бұрын

ok will try bunnings :) many thanks

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Bunnings should stock polyurethane clear coating for timber floors.🙂

@alessandropiacqua797 6 жыл бұрын

Nice work, compliments..where i can buy this product? Thanks bye

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Its a Polyurethane Timber Floor Covering Clear Coating. The One I used is called Wattyl Estapol

@alessandropiacqua797 6 жыл бұрын

Garry Purcell ok...thanks..i search on google :-)

@ltribley 6 жыл бұрын

Also look for a name brand called MINWAX. Seems like they’ve been around since the dawn of mankind!

@heidilomax5299 6 жыл бұрын

I’ve not tried it but what about clear yacht varnish?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I've not tried yacht varnish, but I would think if should work.

@c26765 6 жыл бұрын

Gary, would you be able to tell me where you got the model of the horse from. Did you design it yourself or find it on a website like thingiverse? Thanks

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

The original model is from thingiverse. www.thingiverse.com/thing:250993 Someone did a remix, but I can't seem to find it. He/She called it "Horse-Remix" (that-s the one I used)

@jlrguy2702 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Garry, What material did you apply to smooth these pla prints?

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Its in the Video Description.

@radishdalek 5 жыл бұрын

How many coats of polyurethane do you use on the models?

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

I used two

@radishdalek 5 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell Thank you

@chrischatterton2460 6 жыл бұрын

What is the silver filament you are using? I like how light it is.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

+Chris Chatterton it's 3D fillies PLA+ Grey

@hocsinhdilinh 5 жыл бұрын

Great video ever, !! Could you tell me what kind of product I can buy from aliexpress or banggood, I am from KOREA. thank you ^^

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

You should be able to buy Polyurethane locally. Its a floor varnish.

@hocsinhdilinh 5 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell thank you so much

@user-fo1qk9sz5l 5 жыл бұрын

국내에서 찾으셨나요? 저도 구하고 싶어서 여쭈어 봅니다.

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

@@user-fo1qk9sz5l 내 비디오에 폴리 우레탄을 사용했습니다. 그것의 바닥 광택. nae bidio-e polli uletan-eul sayonghaessseubnida. geugeos-ui badag gwangtaeg.

@user-fo1qk9sz5l 5 жыл бұрын

@Gary Purcell is that google translator? LOL Thanks!

@robertbrooks1263 6 жыл бұрын

Cssn it be painted after the smoothing and if so what kind of paint?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert I did a follow up video showing painting the smoothed models, and products I used. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6hpiKR0uJu0kqc.html

@robertbrooks1263 6 жыл бұрын

Garry Purcell thank you very much

@wattss46 6 жыл бұрын

nice vid but very hard to understand the solution (for the no english person) . Polyurethane clear gloss timber floor coating ? its ok ? edit : sorry it's written in description , my bad thx a lot for your vid

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Most Polyurethane based varnishes should work. You might have to apply more coats, if the product you get is thinner than the one I used,

@sony9650 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Gary did you print these on your cr10

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

The Benchies were a combination of my CR-10s and a Tevo Tarantula, (These were the same prints I used for my five videos + 1 New one for the Last test) The Horse models were printed the Standard CR-10 and CR-10 Mini

@tamgaming9861 5 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing :-)

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to comment. If you have any questions, simply pop a message in the comments.

@tamgaming9861 5 жыл бұрын

@@GarryPurcell Hello Garry, do you have a solution to smooth PET-G or to glue or paint it? I overthink to buy it because i wantt to work with it, but what i saw or read is that its not glue able or paintable. Do you know if this is true?

@REYSIM 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Nice Video But I dont know how to spell the name of the product so I can look for it. Could you please write it down? Thanks

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

+REYSIM SIMULADORES polyurethane the one I used used for timber flooring

@REYSIM 6 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!!

@chesterjones9565 5 жыл бұрын

Will any Polyurethane clear gloss timber floor coating work or does it need to be a certain brand?

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Any brand Polyurethane should be OK as long as its clear.

@sdesnakecarlos5797 6 жыл бұрын

what product did u use?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Read my KZfaq Video Description, you will find your answer there.🙂

@ricardomolina8773 6 жыл бұрын

Nail polish and nail polish remover

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Ricardo I made a video using Nail Polish remover (Ethyl Asetate) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hNyndqSY0quremg.html It only softened the PLA and did nothing else.

@SasiKumar-rb6lx 5 жыл бұрын

this we can use with abs

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Yes I believe you can use ABS with Polyurethane

@Xenocide78 6 жыл бұрын

No link or picture of the product?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Its Polyurethane Clear Gloss, and there are many different products available world wide. The one I used in Australia is called Wattle Estapol Clear Gloss

@Robothut 6 жыл бұрын

here is a link so you can compare product info with what is in your part of the world. www.wattyl.com.au/en/find-the-right-product/wood-care/Interior/FurnitureBuiltinFurniture/Clears/WattylEstapolInteriorPolyurethane.html

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robothut for the link.

@ltribley 6 жыл бұрын

Examples of various Polyurethane's. Different sheens, even wipe on. www.minwax.com/wood-products/clear-protective-finishes/interior/minwax-fastdrying-polyurethane

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Lots of possibilities for post processing our PLA 3D Prints.

@sdesnakecarlos5797 6 жыл бұрын

how many coats?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

I applied one thick coat.

@dwainmorris7854 5 жыл бұрын

he used Polyurethane for floor finnish

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dwain Thanks for taking some time to comment on my vieo. I have the brand and product I used in the Video Description, as you already know. 🙂 It amazes many people don't read the video description. The product I used is an Australian one called "Wattle Estapol Clear Gloss" its a floor varnish, but Polyerethane can be found worldwide, under differrent product labels.

@waterblading 6 жыл бұрын

What is the name of the product?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi The brand of polyurethane I used is in the Video Description

@waterblading 6 жыл бұрын

this is what I see and i don't see the name of the coating material "This Coating Really Works for Smoothing your PLA Prints the Easy Way - No Sanding - Great Results"

@alexandrevaliquette1941 6 жыл бұрын

Waterblade, That is the title. Clic on the description below the title to see details and don't forget to "thumb up" and hit the "bell" icon!!!

@gsgidney 6 жыл бұрын

Anyone know the US equivalent?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg You could check to see if your local hardware store carries timber boat decking sealant, (its often clear polyurethane.)

@richardswede 3 жыл бұрын

And the fecking product is...........................? is your name Alfred Hitchcock?

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Alfred Hitchcock would suggest that you "Please READ the Video Description", you will find the name of the product there.

@TheBinklemNetwork Ай бұрын

Ooo wee

@tomtom00083 6 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I did not understand what you have taken this time to achieve this, Greetz Tom

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

+Thomas Pfeifer I have done four other tests earlier and this one was successful

@tomtom00083 6 жыл бұрын

I understand but was is it. 1 of 5: Was Nail Polish and Ethyl Acetate 2 of 5: Was Heat Gun and a Reflow Station 3 of 5: Was Plasti-Kote Plastic Primer 4 of 5: Was Clear Concrete Sealer 5 of 5: what was this?

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Polyurethane clear gloss timber floor coating. I mention it towards the end of my video,

@GhiaSteve89 6 жыл бұрын

I nearly missed it when you said it. Perhaps providing a link or something to the product in the description would help. thats where I went to see what you used just to be sure.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Good Idea. 🙂 Iv'e just added it to the bottom of the description

@elmareao 5 жыл бұрын

almost 5 minutes of video and cero explanation about how to get it. Why??

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

Read the Video Description for the Product Name.

@jeffflowers5489 6 жыл бұрын

not bad finish but I don't care for the colorization - especially where it gets in the crevices

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

This coating can also be painted over, if you don't like the excess colouring left by the Polyurethane. I did do a follow up video showing the painted results.

@jeffflowers5489 6 жыл бұрын

maybe a mild blowing with canned air while its still wet might help the crevices. It does look good though.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff; That sounds like a good idea. But, I feel you would need to be there for quite a long time, 🙂 as polyethylene takes quite a while to dry. The coating can be applied thinner, but the printer lines tend to be easily seen.

@TPNL1 3 жыл бұрын

“I won’t show you what it is at the moment”......skip skip skip to the end.

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

If you get into the habit of reading Video Descriptions, you might find what your looking for. It will save you some time, if you don't want to watch this video.

@MrAkurvaeletbe 3 жыл бұрын

Thats not smoothing its just coating it with something glossy..

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm. Do you use sandpaper?

@linzenmeyer 6 жыл бұрын

So, this isn't actually smoothing anything. I use the same stuff on miniatures that I have painted. Actual smoothing processes don't add material but modify, if not, remove some of the material. In this video you are essentially adding layers of clear coat until you have a "smooth" finish.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

That is correct Michael. I use Polyurethane first, then paint over the smooth surface that it leaves behind.

@grankus2 6 жыл бұрын

Nice accent! :D

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. We are all products of our environment.

@StephenBoyd21 3 жыл бұрын

The result is terrible

@GarryPurcell 3 жыл бұрын

If you say so. However! I'd suggest you get better eye glasses.

@JohnWPB 5 жыл бұрын

You zoom in and out, and in, and out, and show 4 of the same model in different sizes. What did you not do? Show the product that you used, and the purpose, supposedly, of the entire video. Oh, I fount it, it is in the title! You used "This Coating"..... I think Amazon may sell it, just search for "This Coating" LOL

@GarryPurcell 5 жыл бұрын

I never said Amazon sell it. (Thats your assumption) And if you read my KZfaq video description, you will find the product I used.😉

@ToadsTho 5 жыл бұрын

What a curse that this free video you paid nothing for didn't do everything for you. What a rude, lazy bitch.

@OriginalAntbox 4 жыл бұрын

What's the point! You don't show what the product is! Demented pointless almost bragging....

@GarryPurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Did you bother to read the VIDEO DESCRIPTION!!!! I Think Not. The product I used, is listed there.

@CodeLeeCarter 6 жыл бұрын

Get them freaking nails cleaned man.

@GarryPurcell 6 жыл бұрын

When I made these videos. My Day Job was handling Black Oxides, they get into every part of your body, and the only way to remove them, is to bleach those parts affected. P.S. I also handled Red, and Yellow oxides, so my body colour changed weekly.😉