Painting Acrylic Plastic Sheet

If you d like a three dimensional effect consider purchasing many small sheets of acrylic plastic.

Painting acrylic plastic sheet.

Acrylic paint sticks to itself so insert a clean sheet of paper between paintings or better yet avoid stacking them altogether. How to paint plastic sheeting with acrylic paints. From type of acrylic pa. The unpainted outer surface of the sheet provides weather protection for the paint.

Hold the spray can 12 inches away from the plastic sheeting. Also i have done acrylic pours on plastic sheets that have been coated with matte medium to thicken the resulting skin. Then spray paint in even sweeps across your surface. If you want to make a painting on it the surface only needs to be degreased.

Clean the surface of the acrylic sheet with a soft lint free cloth then rinse it well with lukewarm water. I do acrylic swipes with plastic sheets and the paint adheres to the plastic until i wash it off. Painting on acrylic plastic with acrylic ink this video breaks down what you need and how to paint on that stubborn acrylic plastic. Clean the side of the acrylic sheet that s facing up with rubbing alcohol.

Applying paint to the side of the material not exposed to weather. Acrylic sheet s extraordinary transparency allows for back painting i e. Dry the sheet with a soft tea towel. Vinyl stickers adhere very well to acrylic paint.

Your design template can be a coloring book. Spray paint the primer on. Paint layer by layer on each sheet of acrylic stacking them as you go. So choose a high performing acrylic enamel spray paint or simply look for a paint designed to bond with plastic.

How to paint acrylic sheets step 1. Using an acrylic spray paint spray the sheets. Clean both sides of the acrylic sheet with glass cleaner. Again hold the spray or nozzle about 8 inches from the plexiglas.

Be careful not to allow any pooling and take the time to make sure there are no uneven areas you only get one chance. Clean the plastic with the sponge soaked in water and soap. As you paint keep a misting bottle of water nearby to help keep paint on your palette moist. If you must paint the outer surface apply a suitable protective coating over the paint.

Use gesso first if your paint does not adhere to the plastic well. Wipe all dirt water and residue from the plastic with the towel. Once the painting is complete glue the acrylic sheets together. If you use a good quality acrylic it will adhere.

Make sure that no dirt is left on it or scratches may occur during drying. Again hold the spray or nozzle about 8 inches from the plexiglas. Here are a few more tips about working with acrylic paints.