Non-isocyanate acrylics do, in general, display excellent flow when applied direct from the gun. Additives such as silicone oil or polysiloxane derivative have been shown to enhance the final finish in terms of flow and gloss. Care should be taken in the selection of additives to avoid adversely affecting the intercoat adhesion. Taking into consideration all of the parameters, the polysiloxane derivatives would normally be the preferred choice.
As stated earlier, cellulose acetate butyrate can be used successfully to modify the flow of non-isocyanate acrylics. However, in certain instances this can affect the distinction of image and brightness of the finish. Again, the use of a polysiloxane derivative would be recommended as a replacement.