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  • 1.  painting pvc pipe...

    Posted 02-27-2019 08:54
    Any tips or tricks in painting pvc pipe?
    We are making a pretty large jail cell that will be "handled."
    Want to make sure the paint doesn't rub off during the run.
    Don't mind using sandpaper, but not keen on the acetone...

    Thanks!

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    Erika Trahan
    Kaplan High School
    Speech and Theatre




  • 2.  RE: painting pvc pipe...

    Posted 02-27-2019 13:00
    Sand it good and then try spray paint or the Krylon spray paint that's for plastic outdoor furniture. Or just touch it up each night after the performance.

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    John Perry
    Retired Theatre Teacher
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  • 3.  RE: painting pvc pipe...

    Posted 02-27-2019 16:48
    I work with table top miniatures that are plastic all the time.  We use pvc pip for terrain and other features. After painting you should always seal them. 

    Depending on your desired look you can clear coat with a Flat or a gloss. It adds a extra layer between your paint and the surface you are using. That should keep it from rubbing off on hands or other things. 

    Note of warning be sure to read the label. If you attempt to clear coat in a high humidity environment it could come out cloudy looking. So just be aware of that.

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    Ron Obringer
    North Tonawanda NY
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  • 4.  RE: painting pvc pipe...

    Posted 02-28-2019 12:26
    Sanding the pipe helps a lot and then it can usually be painted with any house or theater paint.  Test a portion of it first and see if that will work.  In my experience, spray paint is not necessary.


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    Michael Johnson
    Trinity NC
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  • 5.  RE: painting pvc pipe...

    Posted 03-06-2019 13:10
    Rethink your use of PVC and Enamel paints (Krylon spray paint) that have VOC's.  The 'V' stands for 'volatile', which usually means it is: A) bad for the environment, and B) very flammable.  When PVC burns it creates a dense black smoke that is both toxic and obscures visibility to an egress path.  Consider using wood dowels, stage paint, and fire retardant as a primer before painting.

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    Erich Friend
    Theatre Consultant
    Teqniqal Systems
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