Oil-based paint and yellowing

joeycuda

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Something that I don't recall seeing discussed - Any oil based finish has a tendency and potential to yellow. With furniture, sometimes this is fine or desired, changing the perceived color of the wood.

With arcade/pinball cabinet refinishing, I would think it could be a problem, especially when dealing with a white basecoat, or blue/greens that can yellow and change, etc..

Some info-

http://www.benjaminmoore.com/bmpswe..._yellowing_of_alkyd_paints&_pageLabel=fc_home
 
In the 20 years between now and the time fresh paint yellows i'm not sure it's that much of a concern :)
 
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