Painting your wood pieces?

[WoodAddict]

Hi Everyone.

I asked this question in the finishing forum a while ago but didn't get a response, I thought it may be a bit more topical to you scroll sawing folk :lol:

When making signs/toys/fun little projects etc....... what paint and application method do you use for the best results? I've seen some stuff with real bright looking colours for things like bedroom door name signs and things, and also a real pale "wash" type finish which looks good on toys and things.

Any general thoughts on painting?

Thanks in advance
Paul

 

[StevieB]

The problem with painiting is they need to be child safe, especially for kids toys. I am not a huge fan of the colourwash method personally, prefering either solid colours or bare wood/clear finish. I have wanted a go with an airbrush for a while, and even got round to getting a DVD on how it could work a while ago but so far have not got one to have a go with due to the cost of them - if its not what I need then its a bit expensive.

I have also put clear varnish over solid colour where I was not sure of the toxicity of the paint - tester posts from the DIY sheds work OK but the smaller pieces tend to show brush marks, hence my interest in an airbrush. What sort of stuff were you wanting to paint specifically?

Steve

 

[The Weegie]

Hi Paul,

I have used mostly Plastikote spray cans or their Enamel small tubs.

It has been mostly very small projects like 4" figures made out of Pine or MDF.

An undercoat will be required. I have always used International wood Primer.

 

[Mouse]

I use an airbrush and airbrush acrylic paints followed by a coat of thinned polyurethane varnish.

To anyone going for an airbrush I would advise to keep away from the very cheap ones. Look for a double action air brush and small compressor as a kit. You can get some real bargains on ebay.Expect to pay from about £60 upwards.

 

[big soft moose]

we've just bought two of the proxxon ones for doing signs at work and they are the dogs danglies - "sadly" as the new work workshop isnt ready yet i have been "forced" to bring them home for safe keeping... its a hard life

 

[WoodAddict]

Thanks guys,

I have looked at spray guns but was wondering about about much hassle they are to clean? I've got nothing specific in mind, I was just thinking about general set-up and having the ability (and possibley a designated area) in the 'shop to paint things like name plaques/keyrings/toys etc.

The plastikote spray cans sounds interesting. Can you get an nice even finish with a spary can?

Thanks
Paul

 

[The Weegie]

Thanks guys,

I have looked at spray guns but was wondering about about much hassle they are to clean? I've got nothing specific in mind, I was just thinking about general set-up and having the ability (and possibley a designated area) in the 'shop to paint things like name plaques/keyrings/toys etc.

The plastikote spray cans sounds interesting. Can you get an nice even finish with a spary can?

Thanks
Paul

I have used the plastikote primer and then a selection of different colours both in matt and gloss finish. It was trial and error at first. After several trials I managed to get a decent finish. Im no expert but the key to a good finish is applying several thin coats. I cut out a dinosaur and it took me 4 coats of spray paint to get a decent finish.

There is no harm in trying it

 

[yellowbelly]

Thanks guys,

I have looked at spray guns but was wondering about about much hassle they are to clean? I've got nothing specific in mind, I was just thinking about general set-up and having the ability (and possibley a designated area) in the 'shop to paint things like name plaques/keyrings/toys etc.

The plastikote spray cans sounds interesting. Can you get an nice even finish with a spary can?

Thanks
Paul

I have used the plastikote primer and then a selection of different colours both in matt and gloss finish. It was trial and error at first. After several trials I managed to get a decent finish. Im no expert but the key to a good finish is applying several thin coats. I cut out a dinosaur and it took me 4 coats of spray paint to get a decent finish.

There is no harm in trying it

two thin coats are better than one heavy coat :wink: