***UPDATE: Please read the last post to this thread, some new info has been posted. (updated 21/12/12)***
Hi All.
While I was trying to track down some Galmet Avocado Green Hammered finish paint, which although not identical, is said to have been used by many for Victa 18 restorations, I was sent a tint formula to create it because Galmet Avocado Green Hammered Finish is a discontinued color. I debated whether or not to post the tint formula before I tried it myself but decided I would in case it may be of use to someone. Fortunately, I was lucky enough to find a single tin of the genuine factory tinted paint but this meant I never did have the chance to try the tint formula. I'll leave it to you to decide whether to try it, as I present this in good faith as it was presented to me by someone who works for the company that distributes Galmet paint.
The tint formula to create 1L of Galmet Avocado Green Hammer Finish uses 1L of Galmet Gunmetal color Hammered Metal finish paint as a base. Then add either a Dulux or Wattyl tint as shown below to create 1L of Avocado Green:
For Dulux tints, use 27 units of SS
For Wattyl tints, use 1Y+7 units of D
To create 4L of Avocado Green start with 4L of Galmet Gunmetal color Hammered metal finish paint as a base. Then add either a Dulux or Wattyl tint as shown below to create 4L of Avocado green:
For Dulux Tints, use 1Y+44 units of SS
For Wattyl Tints, use 4Y+28 units of D
As the paint isn't cheap, its up to you if you want to take the chance to try the tint formula. I believe 1L of Galmet Hammered Finish paint is somewhere around $37 and 4L around $99 if you shop around. This is for the stock color of Gunmetal before you pay to tint it. I think they do a 500ml tin but I don't have a tint formula for that.
The paint is said to be suitable for brush, roller or spraying (thinner required for spraying). Coverage listed at 12 square metres per lire. Etch primer req'd for aluminium or galvinised steel.
Cheers.
Last edited by Deejay; 22/12/12 03:44 AM. Reason: Added update to post
