[junomoneta]

The next step will vary according to what is already on your fountain and what type of product you use to refinish the surface. Concrete water fountains can be painted with an exterior latex or oil-based paint. You can also use a concrete stain. If you go with a stain, you need to remove the old paint and sealer with a concrete and masonry paint stripper. If you decide to paint the fountain, you can skip the stripper and apply a concrete and masonry bonding primer. The primer should be used with both stain and paint.

[sevyanfellow]

An outdoor Greek fountain can add class and elegance to your garden, courtyard, patio or landscaped yard. You may get lucky enough to find one of these treasures outside when you purchase a new home. Outdoor fountains require maintenance and care, just like any other home furnishing. If your Greek fountain needs to be refinished, you can paint or stain it and then apply a durable sealer to make it look like new again. [links]

[rokh]

The golden rule for painting just about anything is to start with a clean, dry surface. This will be the first step when painting your Greek fountain. If you notice a buildup of mineral deposits, use a cleaning product such as CLR and a sturdy scrub brush to remove them. If the fountain has slimy deposits or algae from standing water, you can mix a solution of three parts white vinegar and one part water to clean unwanted organic material from the surface. Once the fountain is clean, allow it to dry thoroughly. Any remaining moisture on the concrete will cause the new paint to peel.

[sabbers]

Once the primer has dried thoroughly, you can apply the stain or paint. Start by using a pump sprayer on a fine spray setting, spraying in a circular motion. Follow this application with a small foam roller or brush coat. The first coat of stain should dry for four hours before you decide if a second coat needs to be applied. The second coat will provide a darker finish. Apply at least two coats of exterior concrete and masonry paint, allowing the first coat to dry thoroughly before adding a second coat. If you want to give your fountain an antique look, use a distressing technique similar to distressing furniture. After the first two coats of paint are thoroughly dry, apply a darker or lighter paint color to one section of the fountain. Let the paint set for a few seconds and then use a damp rag to wipe the paint off. Work in sections until you are happy with the effect. Allow paint or stain to dry completely according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

[canvasprint]

To complete the process, apply a durable sealer to protect the finish on the fountain. A high-gloss or semigloss concrete and masonry sealer works best. Make sure the sealer is intended for exterior use and that it is a clear coat, non-yellowing sealer. Some oil-based and exterior sealers will develop a yellow patina over time, which can detract from the finish on your fountain. The fountain will need to be resealed periodically. more

[Escrow agent]

Likewise, can you paint on epoxy resin? Generally, epoxy primers and LPU paints are compatible with epoxy resin coatings and may even chemically bond. However, some of the alkyd enamels and other one part paints and varnishes may not properly dry on epoxy resin coatings. For the same reason you should not use polyester based putties over an epoxy.

[tehlaser]

Can you put a resin statue outside? [links]

[konaya]

Additionally, how do you weatherproof a resin statue?

[blackish]

Here are a few of my finished resin painting projects:

[Brandon]

I typically recommend using acrylic paint. Using craft paint, especially when you’re getting your bearings painting resin, is perfectly fine as well. I’ve found that synthetic brushes, especially Taklon and White Taklon, seem to work best for resin painting. If you want to add very small details to your painting, you may want to visit a model train store or a store that sells miniatures (like a gaming store), as they will sell paintbrushes with very, very fine tips. There’s one out there called ‘The Psycho’ that I’ve used in the past. Imagine the point on that one!

[jmarclucash]

That usually helps me find any dust, hair, etc. before the piece sets. [links]

[Valerius]

If the paint is still wet, it wipes away relatively easily. You can use a wet paper towel to remove any residue or dried paint. However, before adding any new paint or resin, you must wait for everything to dry. Using a paper towel to dry the resin can be iffy since it’s likely to add dust and other contaminants. A cloth towel or air drying works best. Even if you use a towel, letting the piece sit for a bit to ensure no moisture has been left behind is best. more

[AStephen2011]

Primers generally come in three colors: white and black being most common, and grey being a little more difficult to find. Selecting a primer color generally should be based on the color you are planning on painting on top of the primer. If you want to use darker colors, use a black primer; if you want to use lighter colors, use white primer. Grey or white primer is best if you’re using mixed colors. I prefer using a spray primer, as it helps so that you don’t apply too much and change the look of the resin. However, you can also use a paint-on primer.

[Lexington]

This is a plus and a minus, in that you can pretty easily correct any mistakes you’ve made. On the downside though, if you’re using a pipette to apply your resin, you need to be careful not to let it scrape your painted piece. Personally, I have not had any issues with paint coming off in the resin itself, so long as it’s given time to dry. Even if you scratch the resin a bit when removing the paint, it generally gets filled in when you apply another layer of resin (which you’ll want to do a preserve your painting). more

[HZPyR8eVk]

I typically recommend using acrylic paint. Using craft paint, especially when you’re getting your bearings painting resin, is perfectly fine as well. I’ve found that synthetic brushes, especially Taklon and White Taklon, seem to work best for resin painting. If you want to add very small details to your painting, you may want to visit a model train store or a store that sells miniatures (like a gaming store), as they will sell paintbrushes with very, very fine tips. There’s one out there called ‘The Psycho’ that I’ve used in the past. Imagine the point on that one!

[Galuel]

What else would you like to know about how to paint on resin?

[TylerJordan]

Here are a few of my finished resin painting projects: