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Kicks Studio Paint - How-To Instructions

Decorate anything from shoes to belts to wallets and more with this acrylic paint specifically designed for leather, vinyl, and canvas. With these durable paints, you can add style to your favorite shoes and accessories. Upcycle your fashion or create high-end, designer-inspired sneakers at a fraction of retail costs. Kicks Studio covers in 1-2 coats and dries to a satin finish. Keep Kicks Studio colors on hand for quick touch-ups to all your leather pieces! Paints are flexible, water-resistant, and mixable for endless color possibilities.

Surface Prep:
For leather surfaces – gently wipe with alcohol to clean and remove debris. Let dry before painting.
For vinyl – wash gently with soap and water, rinse well and let dry.
For canvas – wash and dry according to care tag instructions before painting.
Work on a flat surface protected with newspaper. Remove laces. Tape off any areas of the project surface you do not want to paint with masking tape.

Directions:
Prep surface. Choose colors and shake well before painting. Kicks Studio paints cover in 1-2 coats. Thinner coats help prevent cracking. Allow each coat to dry before continuing. For best results, seal with Kicks Studio Matte or High Gloss Finish. Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure.

Clean Up:
Clean while wet with soap and water.

After Care:
For best results, seal with Kicks Studio Matte or High Gloss Finish.
Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure. Allow the paint to fully cure before cleaning.
To clean, spray a light mist of water on a soft cloth and wipe the surface gently.
Until fully cured, do not allow Kicks Studio projects to touch other surfaces or other Kicks Studio projects as they will stick together.
To protect your projects, store them separately in canvas bags.

Give new life to shoes, belts, purses, and more with this acrylic paint specifically designed for leather, vinyl, and canvas. Kicks Studio Neon Paint glows brightly under blacklight and appears as a radiant color in normal light. Kicks Studio covers in 1-2 coats and dries to a satin finish. Paints are flexible, water-resistant, and mixable for endless color possibilities. Customize your look with bold neon colors!

Surface Prep:
For leather surfaces – gently wipe with alcohol to clean and remove debris. Let dry before painting.
For vinyl – wash gently with soap and water, rinse well and let dry.
For canvas – wash and dry according to care tag instructions before painting.
Work on a flat surface protected with newspaper. Remove laces. Tape off any areas of the project surface you do not want to paint with masking tape.

Directions:
Prep surface. Choose colors and shake well before painting. Kicks Studio paints cover in 1-2 coats. Thinner coats help prevent cracking. Allow each coat to dry before continuing. For best results, seal with Kicks Studio Matte or High Gloss Finish. Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure.

Clean Up:
Clean while wet with soap and water.

After Care:
For best results, seal with Kicks Studio Matte or High Gloss Finish.
Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure. Allow the paint to fully cure before cleaning.
To clean, spray a light mist of water on a soft cloth and wipe the surface gently.
Until fully cured, do not allow Kicks Studio projects to touch other surfaces or other Kicks Studio projects as they will stick together.
To protect your projects, store them separately in canvas bags.

Add a matte finish to your sneakers with Kicks Studio Matte! This flexible acrylic topcoat adds durability to the life of your leather creations. Kicks Studio finishes are water- and abrasion-resistant. Simply apply 1-2 coats over dried Kicks Studio colors. Your Kicks, Your Style!

Surface Prep:
For leather surfaces – gently wipe with alcohol to clean and remove debris. Let dry before painting.
For vinyl – wash gently with soap and water, rinse well and let dry.
For canvas – wash and dry according to care tag instructions before painting.
Work on a flat surface protected with newspaper. Remove laces. Tape off any areas of the project surface you do not want to paint with masking tape.

Directions:
Prep surface. Choose colors and shake well before painting. Kicks Studio paints cover in 1-2 coats. Thinner coats help prevent cracking. Allow each coat to dry before continuing. For best results, seal with Kicks Studio Matte or High Gloss Finish. Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure.

Clean Up:
Clean while wet with soap and water.

After Care:
Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure. Allow the paint to fully cure before cleaning.
To clean, spray a light mist of water on a soft cloth and wipe the surface gently.
Until fully cured, do not allow Kicks Studio projects to touch other surfaces or other Kicks Studio projects as they will stick together.
To protect your projects, store them separately in canvas bags.

Add a touch of extreme shine to your sneakers with Kicks Studio High Gloss! This flexible acrylic topcoat adds durability to the life of your leather creations. Kicks Studio finishes are water- and abrasion-resistant. Simply apply 1-2 coats over dried Kicks Studio colors. Your Kicks, Your Style!

Surface Prep:
For leather surfaces – gently wipe with alcohol to clean and remove debris. Let dry before painting.
For vinyl – wash gently with soap and water, rinse well and let dry.
For canvas – wash and dry according to care tag instructions before painting.
Work on a flat surface protected with newspaper. Remove laces. Tape off any areas of the project surface you do not want to paint with masking tape.

Directions:
Prep surface. Choose colors and shake well before painting. Kicks Studio paints cover in 1-2 coats. Thinner coats help prevent cracking. Allow each coat to dry before continuing. For best results, seal with Kicks Studio Matte or High Gloss Finish. Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure.

Clean Up:
Clean while wet with soap and water.

After Care:
Allow 24 hours to dry, and 30 days to fully cure. Allow the paint to fully cure before cleaning.
To clean, spray a light mist of water on a soft cloth and wipe the surface gently.
Until fully cured, do not allow Kicks Studio projects to touch other surfaces or other Kicks Studio projects as they will stick together.
To protect your projects, store them separately in canvas bags.