How to paint plastic

Preparing for coloring plastics at home

Before you put the paint on the plastic, it is necessary to prepare.This should be done by following the step by step instructions and adhering to a clear sequence of actions.

Step 1. Use solvent degreasing plastic items by wiping it.

Step 2. To after painting the plastic does not attract dust and debris it be treated with the antistatic agent.

Step 3. If the item is old and has some minor defects can be corrected by applying putty.

Step 4. To remove all the cracks and crevices object rubbed with sandpaper.It should be remembered that the sandpaper is necessary to choose water-resistant as well as the grouting process should take place with water.

Step 5. plastic and dried it again degreased.

Step 6. Gruntuem surface in several layers.

Step 7. After the primer is completely dry it should be rubbed sandpaper number 400-500, it is necessary for matting.

now plastic is ready for further painting.

Choosing paint for self-coloring of plastics

Not every paint is ideal for plastic, if it is not chosen correctly, then the painting will go to paint, being distributed on the surface evenly.Buy paint for plastics can in a special shop, she sold in cans and other containers intended for application with a brush.

to plastic aerosol paints are perfect, they are sold in cans, which makes application as easy as possible.To work with the spray does not need any additional tools such as a roller or brush.Such paint wonderful colors objects even in inaccessible places.

It should also be noted that the ink dries quickly and is less susceptible to fading than others and destructive actions.There is a huge choice of colors spray paint, this makes it easy to find the right shade.Not until the end of the paint used in the cartridge will be stored for a long time, and will not exude a scent.

With a number of advantages over other types of paint, spray also has its drawbacks.The main drawback can be called, it is virtually impossible to mix colors and get a clear line when painting, as impossible and reduce the ink density.

How to paint plastic self

coloring plastic products - work unchallenging and very similar to ordinary painting.Before painting should pay attention to the temperature of the paint and plastic products - it must be the same, about 20-23 degrees.A room humidity should not exceed 80%.

Any brush or spray will be painted surface must remember that the paint shall be applied uniformly in the 2-3 layer, making more layers - perhaps sagging.Prior to the application of each layer must be given the product is well dry and only then proceed to the next painting.If applying more layers to the plastic you need, then the product should be given more time to dry.

glossing plastic surface is used with a special sealant brilliant effect.It is applied in exactly the same manner as the paint, giving the product is completely dry.

After dyeing plastic must dry at a temperature of 17 to 60 degrees Celsius and humidity of about 65%.By the time it will take 3-4 hours.Large thickness of the paint layer can increase the drying time.

For a complete presentation of plastic products dyeing process can see a video where all the detailed nuances of work.