It is easy to revive a tired old chair, bar stool, or interior of a car with dying vinyl.The job is more like painting furniture than dying fabric, since vinyl is dyed with spray paint.You can easily die your vinyl upholstery or interior at home if you take the time and care.
Step 1: Choose a spray paint that sticks to plastic
To avoid chips and cracks, you need a paint brand that sticks to vinyl.You don't need to spray primer on separately if the paint has primer in it.There are spray paint brands that are specifically designed for vinyl.It will leave your vinyl upholstery more flexible, but it is also more expensive.If you can afford it, it's a nice option, but adhering brand will work.
Step 2: Get a spray to clean your car interior.
This product is used in a car.It is applied before the paint to keep it clean.You can buy it at a hardware store.
Step 3: Pick up a mask that protects you from respiratory problems.
The best way to make sure you don't breathe in paint fumes is to wear a respirator.You can get one at a hardware store.
Step 4: Pick a spot with good air movement.
You don't want to fill your home with paint fumes, so find a well-ventilated spot.The garage also works.
Step 5: It's a good idea to cover the floor in your workspace.
If you don't have a lot of experience with spray paint, it gets everywhere.Cut down on the mess by covering at least 5 feet on each side of the project.Drop cloth is the most effective way to cover your work surface.
Step 6: Use painter's tape or plastic to mask the parts.
If you want to leave a trace of the original color, you can use painter's tape or a plastic bag.masking tape can be used if you don't have painter's tape.Wrap the legs of the chair in a plastic bag and tape them around the seat to prevent them from getting paint.This is quicker than wrapping each leg in tape.Tapes can be used to create stripes.If you put parallel strips of tape on the surface, you can leave stripes in the original color.It is necessary to cover everything around the seat if you are dying the vinyl interior of your car.Wrap these areas with plastic and tape them down.
Step 7: Put it in a spray bottle with a grease removal product.
You need to get rid of dirt and stains before you can dye vinyl.Grease-cutting spray cleaner should be strong enough to clean vinyl.It is possible to get soap that is specifically designed to clean vinyl.If you have multiple vinyl-dying projects in mind, this is a better option.
Step 8: You can clean the interior of your car with a scuff pad.
These pads can be used to clean the irregular shapes on your vinyl interior.The crevices and seams can be penetrated by the abrasive surface.
Step 9: It should be wiped down with a rag.
It's important to remove the cleaner or soap.You don't have to wait for the vinyl to dry because the cloth should be damp.
Step 10: The spray can has instructions.
Some spray paints are better than others.The instructions will show you how far to stand from the object, how long to shake the can, and so on.This can be done in a few minutes and can save a lot of time.
Step 11: Some plywood is a good place to test your spray paint on.
There are different brands of spray paint.It is best to try it out before you make a decision.If you don't have plywood, use paper or something else to dispose of it.
Step 12: The prep spray should be applied to your vinyl interior.
In your car, cover the area with a thin layer of vinyl prep spray and wipe it off.
Step 13: The spray can needs to be shaken.
It is easy to forget, but it is crucial.It's important to make sure the paint comes out evenly.The instructions on the can will let you know how long to shake it.
Step 14: You can get a thin coat by spraying the spray paint across the surface.
The paint needs to be thin so that it won't crack.To get a thin coat, start at one side, pass across the object, and finish off the other side.Go back and forth across the surface.If you sweep the paint across both sides, you'll get a more even coat.It will be about 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm) if you check the instructions.If you want to let the paint fall onto the surface, you can try spraying the air above it.It can be messy, but it is highly effective to prevent pooling.You might not be able to spray on one side of the car without getting paint all over it.It is possible to get creative by opening the doors and spraying from different angles, but the most important thing is to make sure the areas you are not painting are well-covered with plastic.
Step 15: Wait until the base coat is dry to the touch.
The drying time depends on the thickness of the paint.The drying can take up to 10 minutes.Check again 10 minutes later if not.
Step 16: Continue to coat the surface until it appears to be evenly painted.
When the paint looks even across the whole surface, repeat the painting and drying process.You will probably need at least three coats.When the paint is wet, there are inconsistencies that show up when it's dry.You might have to add more coats.
Step 17: You need to wait 24 hours before you sit on it.
The instructions on the can will tell you how long to let the paint cure, but it usually takes about 24 hours before you can sit dyed vinyl.