What is Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint?
Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint is the go-to crafter’s choice for projects big and small. Create fun and funky projects on a variety of surfaces with Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint. Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint is a must-have product for any crafter to have on hand for base coating, stenciling, and more. This colorful collection of acrylic paint is the perfect addition to any art supplies. Enjoy excellent coverage on all your arts and crafts when you paint with Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paints.
What are the features and benefits of Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint?
- Developed as an all-purpose acrylic paint.
- Ideal for mixing to create new colors, blending to create highlights and low lights, stroke work, base coating, stenciling, decorative painting, stamping, sponging, block printing and a variety of DIY projects.
- Works well on wood, canvas, paper mache, tinware, terra cotta, plaster, concrete, fabric, Styrofoam, glazed ceramics and glassware.
- Available in a wide variety of colors. All colors can be intermixed.
- Dries quickly to a smooth, high gloss enamel finish.
- Creamy, shiny color glides on smoothly.
- Can be used in combination with other Apple Barrel paint formulas.
- General crafters love Apple Barrel paints.
- Made in the USA.
- Water-based and non-toxic to humans if used as intended, easy to clean up with soap and water.
- Available in 2 oz, 8 oz.
- Can be used with a variety of paint applicators, such as: paintbrushes, stencil brushes, foam applicators, sponges, daubers, pouncers, writer tips, and paint rollers.
- Works well on indoor as well as outdoor surfaces. It is UV and weather resistant.
- Covers 250 - 350 sq. ft. /gallon.
What surfaces can Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint be used on and how should I prepare the surface?
- Wood – Sand smooth with medium grit sandpaper, wipe to remove sawdust.
- Metal / Tinware – Wash with soap and water, wipe with white vinegar dampened cloth. Rinse with water and allow to completely dry.
- Paper Mache – Wipe clean with damp cloth.
- Canvas – Wipe primed canvas clean. If unprimed, apply a couple coats of FolkArt Gesso or FolkArt Clear Primer.
- Glazed Ceramics / Glassware – Wash with soap and water then rinse well, allow to dry. Wipe surface with rubbing alcohol dampened cloth. Allow to dry 15 – 30 minutes prior to painting.
- Fabric – Prewash in mild soap and water without using fabric softener to remove manufacturer’s sizing. Denim should be washed a couple times to ensure the sizing has been removed. Thoroughly dry without using dry sheets. If needed, iron to remove wrinkles without using spray starch.
- Concrete – Neutralize the lime on the concrete first. Coat with distilled white vinegar, allow to dry, rinse well and allow to dry thoroughly. Best used on decorative concrete objects rather than a patio floor.
- Plaster – Wipe clean with a damp cloth.
- Terra Cotta – Wipe clean. Seal pot interior with a couple applications of Plaid’s Clay Pot Sealer to prevent paint blisters on the exterior of the terra cotta pot.
- Styrofoam – Wipe clean.
How is Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint best applied?
- Apply a smooth even application of paint over surface and allow to dry.
- Sand smooth using a fine grit sandpaper or brown paper shopping bag.
- Wipe away sanding dust.
- Reapply paint for opaque coverage.
- Create decorative design.
- Allow to dry.
- Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paints are created with a sealer built in the paint formula, there is no need to add a sealer or varnish to the painted surface. However, when desired, an added varnish can be applied to seal and protect. NOTE: the addition of a varnish may change the sheen from gloss to whatever the sheen the varnish is.
How long does Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint take to dry/cure?
- Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylics will dry within 20 - 60 minutes of application.
- Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylics will cure after 24 hours.
How do I clean up after using Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint?
- Clean paint applicators immediately after use with mild soap and cool water.
- Allow brushes to dry flat before storing upright.
Is it necessary to seal Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint for Protection?
- Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylics dry with a beautiful shiny, gloss finish. Created with a sealer built into the paint formula, there is no need to add varnish or spray finish. However, should a layer of extra protection be desired, apply a brush-on water-based varnish, or a couple light mists of a clear acrylic spray sealer for protection. Keep in mind, the layer of protection may change the sheen from the gloss finish of the paints, depending upon the type of product used.
What is the best way to store a completed project created with Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paints?
- Completed artwork can be stored upright (not flat), in a storage container or cardboard box. Place parchment paper or waxed paper between paintings. Never store artwork with bubble wrap directly touching the artwork.
