The plastic container should be large enough that it won’t overflow if the object being painted is submerged in it. Buckets, large plastic storage containers, and feed tubs are all good options. If you do not wish to get paint on the container you are using, line it with plastic sheeting before pouring in the water.
If you have to set up indoors, open as many windows and doors as possible and nearby furniture with plastic sheeting. Make sure to keep children and pets away from the area while you paint.
Colors will swirl together naturally on the water’s surface. To make smaller swirls, use a clean wooden stick to stir the colors until you’re left with a design you like.
If you do not wish for the object you dipped to receive a second coat of paint on its way out of the water (which might alter the original swirl pattern of the paint), part the paint on the water’s surface before pulling the object out of the container. Having a second person to help you would be a big help for this step!
Patterned film Activator Top coat Basecoat Universal primer
Before applying the primer and base coat, use masking tape to block off any parts of the item that you do not wish to have an image printed on. Do not skip using primer––it helps the image to adhere properly to the surface, making the final product durable and long-lasting.
Place masking tape around the edges of the film to keep it from rolling.
When the film is fully activated it will have a distinctly glossy appearance and will expand to fill the entire surface size of the container.
Put on gloves before dipping your item. If they are not supplied in the kit, purchase a pair before starting the whole dipping process.
