One reviewer suggested spraying print with polyurethane to keep the colors fresh and protected. Is this a good idea?
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Yes. I spray my prints with a clear gloss finish varnish and I have had excellent results.
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Use painters tape to block out the areas you don't want printed; but for better results why don't u use photo emulsion process?.... good luck
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The print will be fine but I don't believe it will be waterproof. I think the ink will run.
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I would think it would simply deepen the color and seal it from further damage. I used a torn up tshirt to apply and for heavier application I used my husbands micro fiber golf towel ( yep gonna get in trouble for that!)
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That's a good idea. I put mine up with clear silicone and it worked well. Good luck.
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if you do not want to risk losing it i would not. I would use polyurethane. See my pictures for this product.
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I think because this leaf pattern is so nice I would want it to stand out. I would apply a plain translucent film. In my opinion too many textures would make the effect too busy.
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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. 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... » Read More 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. « Show Less
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I used a paint pad as recommended. It seemed to work well without streaking.
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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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I put polyurethane on bottom of legs, legs and caps on top. Did not use on other parts because of contamination to plants. Lined bed to top with professional landscape material. Otherwise nothing else was done . Very nice red cedar, but you do have to watch for splinters
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The problem with ink jet prints is they are not waterproof, so you would need to find a way to seal the print before you used this product. I like to use hairspray or a spray sealant you can get from a local arts and crafts store. You can also try You could try a sample and see if it bleeds, but any time I have tried to put any type of glue, paste, liquid on ink jet prints the colors have run. It looks like this page has some good information: http://blog.sally-jane.com/2011/06/inkjet-fixative-sprays.html. Not sure I helped much...
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Screen printing should be fine. I embroidered a logo on it and it is great. It's washed beautifully. Nice item for the price.
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Yes....but you will need to seal your fabric over after the image is printed as it will not hold! I covered mine with a gel medium and that worked, but an ink jet is definitely better!
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I asked a similar question of the folks at Rust-OLeum, experts on the subject, and they said NO, polyurethane over latex is a bad idea. Strip it down to bare wood or repaint. Don't mix the two. If this is wrong, tell us!
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You might try rubbing the painted wood with a wet rag to see if it is color fast. If so, the polyurethane should do ok.
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As I use lots of water to clean the machine with I'm siding with the other people that have answered the question to stay away from non water based paint. If you're thinking of thin lacquers or varnishes a regular spray gun would be better suited for that work.