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Frequently Asked Questions

Want to learn more about your favorite Plaid products? Search our frequently asked question library for answers on how to use our craft paints, decoupage products, stitchery kits, and more.

Can I wash glassware painted with FolkArt Color Shift Paint that has been cured?

Yes, once cured in the oven, glassware painted with Color Shift can be washed by hand and or in the top shelf of the dishwasher without chipping, cracking, or fading. Do not soak in water.

Is it necessary to seal or varnish a project painted with FolkArt Pure Artist Pigments?

Yes, it is recommended to varnish or spray seal a project painted with FolkArt Pure Artist Pigments not only to seal and protect the artwork, but also to show the true artist color and provide a desired sheen.  

Is there anything special that needs to be done to the painted surface before using it as a chalkboard?

The surface should be “conditioned” before use. To condition the surface, wait 24 hours (recommended cure time) after the last coat of paint. Lay a piece of chalk on its side and rub on surface side to side. Dampen a paper towel with water and wipe the surface to remove ch...

Is it necessary to bake-to-cure FolkArt Color Shift Acrylic Paint when painted on glassware?

Yes, FolkArt Color Shift applied to glassware should be cured in the oven so that the paint is permanently set on the surface. To cure your project in the oven, follow the steps listed below:  Allow painted item to dry for 24 hours to be sure all layers of paint have dried....

How do I cure painted glass or ceramics when using FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint?

There are two types of curing methods that can be used with FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint: baking and air drying. NOTE: Please use the bake method for items you intend to wash in the top rack of your dishwasher.  Bake Method : Allow painted item to dry for 2...

Can I put a plant in a terra cotta pot that I painted with FolkArt® Chalkboard Paint?

Yes, simply coat the inside of the pot with a brush-on varnish or sealer.

Is it necessary to heat set my fabric painting project when using FolkArt® Fabric™ Brush-on Paints?

Heat setting is recommended for best durability. Allow the painted design to dry overnight. Place the item in a clothes dryer for 30 minutes on the highest setting allowed for the type of fabric used, OR you may heat set the painted piece using a dry iron and a pressing clo...

What is FolkArt Color Shift Acrylic Paint?

FolkArt Color Shift Paint is a water-based, easy-to-brush-on paint that when applied to a surface, the paint produces a metallic luster. This metallic luster will shift colors as the direction of light on the painted surface changes.   

Can I wash glassware that has been painted with FolkArt Frost Effect?

Painted glassware that has been decorated with FolkArt Frost Effect should be kept for “decorative purposes only” as painted items cannot be washed. .tb_button {padding:1px;cursor:pointer;border-right: 1px solid #8b8b8b;border-left: 1px solid #FFF;border-bottom: 1px solid #f...

What is the best way to clean up my supplies or a small painted mistake when I am fabric painting?

FolkArt® Fabric™ paints are water soluble and clean up is easy using soap and water to clean your brushes. While painting, if a mistake is made, try incorporating the dot of paint into the design by adding another flower or a lady bug, etc. However, if you begin cleaning th...
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