Jump to content
Sign in to follow this  
Chavez

Combining Dyes With Different Base.

Recommended Posts

Hi!

Could somebody please tell me if it is ok to use acryllic paint together with fiebing's oil-based paint?

I am thinking of dyeing the leather piece with fiebing's saddle tan and then dyeing some parts of the pattern with red acryllic paint cut with water. I then plan to finish it all with resolene (hopefully not smudging the acryllic paint all over the pattern.

Does this sound like it may work or should I not try to combine different bases?

Thanks!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I think you'll be 'okay' with that process as long as you let the oil dye dry completely before putting the acrylic on it, but keep in mind the acrylic paint will only be on the surface. Paint is not a dye and doesn't penetrate the leather the same way.

Also, since the acrylic paint is water soluble, you're going to have to spray the resolene in multiple light coats to avoid dissolving it, which results in runs.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

Sign in to follow this  

×
×
  • Create New...