Has anyone painted things for outdoor use and, if so, how has it held up? Did you also overcoat with a urethane?
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I didn't use it for outdoors. For outdoors I prefer Patio Paint. I really recommend "Patio Paint" for outdoors or Martha Stewart paints.
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I like mine. It is still being used. It was covered in snow over winter and has some rust but I am going to use your idea and go to home depot and get fire-resistant paint.
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I have never used them for outdoor projects. Once dry it takes a lot to get rid of acrylic paint, so my guess is it will last you for a while, but just to be sure you could put a layer of clear outdoor paint on top of it.
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I painted 2 metal bird that I had outside & then sealed them with a spray epoxy once the painted cured a couple of days. I had no problems.
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If you place it outside it will get wet,without the water causing damage. It will NOT float in water. If submerged, I think it will eventually damage the paintwork.
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It doesn't look to me like it would be good for outdoors. Possibly for a one time thing if the weather is perfect, but the material almost has the look and feel of a light weight canvas that has been painted with an ultra white film. Personally I would keep looking. I do have some scrap and I could send you a piece.
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Hi Nathan, I agree with MOzarkian regarding the spray. I'd make sure to cover the entire piece, front and back well. I live in Florida, and we too decorate outside walls......clear sealant is my best friend!!! You might have less issue with rust as where you are it is a much drier climate.
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Actually, so far I have not put it outside, my plan is to do so, it will get more rustic I believe in time. Physical problems have kept me being unable to place it yet, but that is why I purchased it, for outside use. Sorry I could not help you at all in regards for outside use, however, I still plan on doing so! p
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yes! definitely. I'd suggest something like acrylic that isn't water soluble, just for longevity. But painting on it works like a charm.
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Hi. I have been working with paints all my life. Working forDuPont and Val-Spar. I have used vinyl finishes a few time on my own stuff and works well. I have had no problems with cracks or peeling (due to a flex additive) but for everyday use I feel it will wear through after everyday sliding back and forth as this is a thin material being sprayed and will take a few coats for decent coverage. The articles Ive sprayed in the past were chairs that did not get much use but looks good. But for the price it can't hurt to try. At worst just touch it up from time to time. Hope this helps a little anyway. Thanks.
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I haven't had any issues with it coming off. I believe the use the same kind of paint that's used on BBQ's.
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I sprayed it with polyurethane and currently have it outdoors. So far so good.
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Mike. I used this product. It is some great paInt. Make sure you acid wash first and prepare the surface or it will peel.
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I painted mine with a good quality exterior paint. The finish on the wood looked inferior so I decided to paint it.
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Yes - I painted mine and it took paint well. i lightly sanded it - just roughed it up a bit - and painted it with 2 coats of paint. That was almost 4 years ago & it still looks great.
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I actually painted my with interior paint and they look awesome. If you plan on them being left outside use exterior. But interior will work if your putting them in a garage or building for storage
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I would not apply it over paint. I strongly doubt that it would adhere well and would not be maintainable. I would suggest maintaining the surface with the original paint instead.