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Preparation:
Badger Airbrush Co. offers several airbrushing tips, operating suggestions
and instructions on proper set-up and air pressure ratios on the
badgerairbrush.com website.
Always shake bottles well before using ensuring that all pigments are
thoroughly mixed together especially when transferring to smaller bottles
or color jars.
Application Instructions:
Fabric Surfaces: 100% cotton, 50/50 poly/cotton blends,
denim, sweatshirts, most natural fibers
1.) It is recommended that the item is washed first to remove mill
finishes and sizing.
2.) Apply paint in light even coats avoiding saturation. Generally, one
coat will allow full color coverage. Dilute with Extender for a less
intense color if needed. Water may be used to dilute paint (up to 10%).
3.) After spraying design allow the colors to dry thoroughly . This will
vary depending on room conditions and paint application.
4.) Heatset design by one of the following methods:
- Iron using a protective cloth between design and iron
for 2 minutes at 300° or hottest iron setting. Keep iron moving.
- Shirt press, 15 seconds at 325°
- Turn T-Shirt inside out and place in clothes dryer
for 30 minutes at highest heat. Note: Best if design is dried overnight.
May require additional dryer time
depending on paint amount.
Denim -
Denim should be prewashed to remove sizing material.
Sketch out your design with white/ Multiple coats may be necessary. A hair
dryer speeds up the process of painting multiple coats. For extra
protection, spray a layer of Top Coat over dried artwork and heat set per
T-Shirt instructions.
Leather -
1.) Prep leather by cleaning with acetone and a clean cloth to remove
dirt, oil and waxes.
2.) Sketch the design with a light base coat of white. Apply color by
using several light coats to build color. When the design is
dry, rub with mink oil or a good quality leather treatment.
3.) Allow design to dry thoroughly. Use a hair dryer to speed drying and
to cure the paint.Auto Tags -
1.) Scuff the tag lightly with 600 grit sandpaper or a fine scotch bright
pad.
2.) For best results, apply a light coat of any opaque color, depending on
the design you are painting. Apply paint in light even coats avoid heavy
build-up of paint. Allow to dry thoroughly before top coating with a
quality “high gloss” clear acrylic enamel.
Wood, Clay, Ceramics -
1) Apply in light even coats.
2.) Allow artwork to dry. Use a hair dryer to speed up process.
3) Once dry, colors are permanent. Apply a top coat for additional
protection if desired.
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