Paint with glitter spray and spice up old objects

Working with spray paint has the advantage that you can also use relatively angled objects be able to cover them with paint quickly and evenly - without a mess and without a multitude of different ones Brushes.

With glitter spray you kill two birds with one stone: easy handling and immediately a very decorative and effective transformation of the object in one operation.

Spray paint - the basics

• If you use spray paint, the application of paint will be more even if you apply it in several thin layers. This will prevent paint streaking and excessive paint building up within joints or depressions. However, it is important that you adhere to the prescribed drying time between the individual paint applications.
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• The can must be shaken well again and again so that the gas and paint mix evenly and the paint does not drip out of the valve.
• Paint in the spray can cost more than ordinary paint cans and are usually not as economical as it is stated on the packaging. It is better to keep a can in reserve. This is especially useful if you had to order the paint on the internet.


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Glitter paint - tips for using

• As with all paint jobs, the Underground be free of dust, grease and dry. Otherwise the paint will not adhere properly or it will not dry out.
• Since pigments and glitter particles are applied in one step, it is all the more important that the Apply evenly so that no unwanted accumulation of glitter forms on the object. Hold the spray can about 25 centimeters away from the object and drive slowly and evenly from side to side and from top to bottom. Then let the layer dry according to the application instructions and only then apply the next thin layer in reverse order. You should plan at least three shifts.
• When using glitter spray, it is particularly important to shake the can. After all, not only do you need to shake up color pigments, but also glitter particles. This not only applies immediately before the paint is applied, but also during it.
• The small glossy particles create a surface that feels a bit rough. If you do not like this effect, you can coat the finished sprayed surface with clear varnish after it has dried through overnight. You should do this anyway if the item is intended for outdoor use.
• If you want to achieve a greater depth effect, apply several layers of clear varnish over the dried glitter paint. However, always allow each layer to dry thoroughly and roughen it before the next application of paint. Only the last layer of clear lacquer is no longer roughened.