I was told to use a water-based paint like Deka for painting a banner, but can't find them locally or even whether they are being discontinued by the manufacturer. Any suggestions? I'm painting a dark blue fade on one end and a white fade on the other, then applying vinyl graphics.
Posted by Glenn Taylor (Member # 162) on :
I normally just apply a coat of Tycote or OneShot vinyl primer to the banner (it dries clear). Then, I either spray or roll on OneShot lettering enamel. I've never had a failure. Posted by AlanD (Member # 1461) on :
Thanks for the reply Glenn!
Just did a search here and found the same question answered only 4 days ago. Sorry, I've been away and haven't kept up to date with the BB....
Would SuperFrog's Sunscreen Clear work as well? Any suggestions on where to find Deka?
[ May 20, 2002, 03:56 PM: Message edited by: AlanD ]
Posted by Si Allen (Member # 420) on :
Alan....Deka's plant is in Morrisville, VT. You might give them a call. Possible that they have some stock left there. If so stock up on whatever they have left!
Posted by Santo (Member # 411) on :
Try Denver Sign Supply 1-800-735-7446. They gave me a list of what they have left. No black or white but some blues, chrome yellow, vermilion, im gold, violets, clear, coral.
Posted by AlanD (Member # 1461) on :
I'll go with the ti-cote as I have some in stock for this job. However, I found Ronan Aquacote water based sign enamels at the Dick Blick site. Anyone know if these are similair to Deka's?
Posted by Mike Kelly (Member # 2037) on :
Frog Juice is not recommended for use on banners. If you're airbrushing, try Createx AutoAir paints. I just buy enamel receptive banners.
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