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What do you guys use for topcoat?
I currently use either Mr Super Clear or Gaianotes, usually matte. When I sprayed acrylics, I used Vallejo varnish.
I use Pledge floor gloss. It's so much cheaper than actual topcoat, and works just as well for keeping paint or decals from rubbing off from casual handling. I have one bottle that I use for glossy coats, and a second one that I has Tamiya matte base mixed in for when I want to do semi-gloss instead.
@Akaru88 I've used Testors Dullcote, but I always seem to waste too much of it; one can usually covers roughly 2 1/144 scale kits. I've had more success with Vallejo Matt Varnish in an airbrush, but it does require said airbrush. A shop near me recently started stocking Mr Hobby Clear Matte, so I might give that a whirl if I ever feel like spending the money.