Got a cheap metal wallet. Decided to give it a paint job for kicks. It'll probably chip over time, but the last time I used a sealant on a project the paint smeared everywhere so I'm hesitant.
Besides the usual, I carry some basic first aid in there.
9 Comments
gressen@lemmy.zip · 4 pts · 361d
What kind of wallet is that?
Also: I really hope the paint doesn't transfer to your pockets and/or hands.
Jilanico@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 361d
https://www.amazon.com/ENIGMA-Leather-Aluminum-Tactical-Blocking/dp/B09M31Y1MX/
It'll probably just flake off.
gressen@lemmy.zip · 3 pts · 361d
Thanks, I have a slimmed down version:
Jilanico@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 361d
Paint it 😛
PyroNeurosis@lemmy.blahaj.zone · 2 pts · 361d
Is it an enamel paint? I think that'd be more durable than latex, but I don't know.
Jilanico@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 361d
Acrylic paint.
overload@sopuli.xyz · 2 pts · 361d
Being water based I think that will not last long. Sealant of some kind would be necessary to keep it on.
Jilanico@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 361d
Yeah, I'm nervous. Any recommendations on sealant?
cetan@piefed.world · 3 pts · 360d
I'd use a spray lacquer but only after the paint has been drying for 48 hours. You should do very very light coats many times. Too much and you'll probably ruin the paint job. The lacquer layering will also take a while as you have to let it dry before applying more.