Tack Rags Versus Spray Dust Remover
Tips for dust removal between coats. August 3, 2009
Question
Did I see that someone used Endust on tac rags? Dose this work?
Forum Responses
(Finishing Forum)
From contributor R:
I recall a posting about someone using Endust but I thought it was used on a regular cotton rag and not a tac rag. I haven’t used the Endust but I use tac rags all the time.
From contributor K:
I remember that but have always been too chicken to try it since I only use H20 finishes. Also I never use a tac rag before using H20 finishes.
From contributor J:
All I use is Endust, but not on tac rags. I spray it on clean rags that I rewash in the washer and they are only used for that. I quit using tac rags ten years ago. It's only Endust for me.
From contributor F:
To contributor J: you mean to tell me that you spray a seal coat, sand, then use a rag dampened with Endust instead of a tack rag to remove the dust, then spray a topcoat? Can you spray your topcoat right away, immediately after wiping with Endust?
From contributor J:
Yes, that's it. It only takes a very light mist of Endust sprayed on a rag. It's amazing the dust it picks up. It also takes out the static and it’s great for plastic parts.
From contributor F:
This goes against everything you hear about those spray polishes - I love it. A can of Endust is on the shopping list.
From contributor J:
Endust is not a polish. Do not confuse it with Pledge. Endust is for dusting, only. It leaves no residue.
From contributor I:
Can you use Endust for both waterbase and solvent finishes?
From contributor J:
I don't see why not. It states it leaves no residue.
From contributor K:
According to Target’s website they do not recommend Endust as it contains paraffinic oils. Any oil is a potential problem with H20 finish.
From contributor J:
All I know is I've been using it on cars for over ten years now without ever having a problem. If Endust was a problem, it would show up on auto paint - it's the most sensitive
stuff out there.
