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Mark
 Mark
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paint for Galaxy Black PLA plastic

Hello,

I bought a couple items made out of Galaxy Black PLA plastic. I want to paint the items to match my jungle green Nintendo 64.

Does anyone know what kind of paint will stick to this kind of plastic? I have not tried anything yet.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Mark

Posted : 19/11/2021 11:52 pm
sylviatrilling
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RE: paint for Galaxy Black PLA plastic

I have had good results with acrylic fine arts paints applied with an airbrush or a bristle brush. I use Golden brand liquid acrylics. 

Mk3S+,SL1S

Posted : 20/11/2021 12:06 am
Mark
 Mark
(@mark-8)
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Topic starter answered:
RE: paint for Galaxy Black PLA plastic

Thank you so much! This project is for a Christmas gift. I'm in the USA. Do you know where to buy these paints in a store or should I try Amazon? I need to match the color to the Nintendo which will be much easier in person than gambling online.

Posted : 20/11/2021 3:52 am
FoxRun3D
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RE: paint for Galaxy Black PLA plastic

I use Army Painter acrylic paint. Works fine in most cases. Occasionally some filament types work better with a coat of gray spray primer. I have not tried to paint over Galaxy Black. It's too pretty as is! 

Formerly known on this forum as @fuchsr -- until all hell broke loose with the forum software...

Posted : 20/11/2021 4:09 am
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