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Painting PVC

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I'm interested in using PVC (such as AZEK) for exterior signage but am not sure what to use for paint. Technical lit. says to use only reflective paint or special paint made for vinyl. Does anyone have experience with painting this material. Anyone able to use anything with a high gloss?

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I'm interested in using PVC (such as AZEK) for exterior signage but am not sure what to use for paint. Technical lit. says to use only reflective paint or special paint made for vinyl. Does anyone have experience with painting this material. Anyone able to use anything with a high gloss?

Thanks - B

Not sure what exterior signage has to do with the paint - but we've lightly sanded, and then spray painted with Krylon paint - same as you use for vinyl furniture, and it held up quite well.

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GripFlex works well and matthews has the same.

the same stuff you spray backlit faces with you just need to get there primer sealer mostly for the edge of the letter. the edge of PVC sheet is like a sponge unless you seal it. then you can clear coat it or leave it the flat finish.

at least if you use that type you can get any PMS color mixed if you don't have a mixing station.

I have had request for latex house paint we did it it just took a few days to cure.

just don't use any automotive type finishes or paint for metal that have MEK MAE or any harsh solvents in them. it acts like a styrofoam cup and gas. makes a nice mess..

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acrylic paints stick well but I spray Matthews - hit it with the Matthews Tie Bond which dries very quick and topcoat - good stuff

thanks for the info.... much appreciated

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