Perm Enamel Paint

Instructions:

1. Clean and condition surface with Perm Enamel cleaner & conditioner.
2. Basecoat clean, dry surface with Perm Enamel paint or satin glaze.
3. Use method of choice to decorate your project (see below)
4. Allow surface to dry 1 hour. Apply Perm Enamel clear gloss or satin finish to painted surface.
5. Let project cure ( don’t wash, scrub, put in the dishwasher, or oven) for ten days.

Stencil Method:

1. Prepare surface as directed in steps 1-3 of basic instructions.
2. Lightly spray stencil adhesive to smooth side of stencil. Let adhesive dry. Position stencil on surface.
3. Lightly dip stencil into paint. Blot excess paint on a paper towel until the brush is almost dry. Use sparingly - it only takes a small amount to achieve desired effect.
4. Apply paint using a pouncing motion. To shade, highlight, or increase color, add color little by little.
5. Finish project as instructed in steps 4-5 of basic instructions.

Transfer Method:

1. Prepare surface as directed in steps 1-3 of basic instructions.
2. Press on outline:
   • Cut apart the three designs.
   • Remove backing paper and position bottom layer of transfer on clean, dry surface, adhesive side down.
   • Rub burnishing stick firmly across surface until black lines lighten.
3. Paint in color:
   • Paint in the design areas in desired colors. Paint with in the lines.
   • Shade and highlight with contrasting colors as desired.
   • Allow paint to dry thoroughly, approximately one hour.
4. Press on shading and details transfer:
   • Align the top layer of transfer on top of painted design. Firmly rub transfer down with burnishing stick.
   • To ensure adhesion, use backing paper to rub firmly over the design again.
5. Finish project as directed in steps 4-5 of basic instructions. Note: Transfers are not for use on surfaces that will be exposed to oven heat, automatic dishwashing, prolonged water contact, or microwave ovens.

Free Hand Method:

1. Prepare surface as directed in steps 1-3 of basic instructions.
2. Paint design onto surface. You may transfer a design from a book. Or pattern and paint as with any other decorative painting project or freehand your own design.
3. Finish project as in steps 4-5 of basic instructions.