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Painting Acrylic?

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Fisofo

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So I'm thinking of getting a new system together and would like to do something a little different for a case... I'm not a huge fan of the "all-acrylic" cases, but I was thinking it might be pretty cool to get one and then tape out a bunch of designs and paint it.

I'm guessing that plain ole' spray paint ain't gonna cut it though... anyone tried this? What's the best stuff to use, or how would I get this to work? Also, would it be best to paint the inside rather than the exterior, or is there some paint that is pretty hardy stuff?

Thanks!
 
You can easily use regular spray paint. I've done it quite often.

What I like to do first is make a negative applique out of vinyl (cardboard works) and brush on a TINY bit of acetone. This roughs up the surface... Then paint.

If you want REALLY glossy paint, paint the INSIDE of the case, and let the paint shine through. (well, not shine, but yknow).
 
Arcygenical said:
You can easily use regular spray paint. I've done it quite often.

What I like to do first is make a negative applique out of vinyl (cardboard works) and brush on a TINY bit of acetone. This roughs up the surface... Then paint.

If you want REALLY glossy paint, paint the INSIDE of the case, and let the paint shine through. (well, not shine, but yknow).
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awesome, thanks!
 
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