Content:
- Shoe preparation
- Paint selection
- Shoe painting
- How to paint sneakers?
- How to paint rubber boots?
- Peculiarities of dyeing shoes made of leatherette or leather
- Features staining suede sneakers
No matter how sad it may sound, time is merciless towards everyone and everything. Shoes are no exception to the rule, because they wear out over time, losing an attractive appearance. The integrity of the shoes can be maintained, then the tidiness is poor. What then to do? A modern and quite interesting option is the staining of sneakers, which can give them a second wind. This can be done in specialized workshops, but picking up the necessary funds to carry out the procedure can be at home. About this and talk in this article.
Shoe preparation
Before you start painting, you need to prepare sneakers by doing the following:
- Wash sneakers by removing dust and dirt, as well as shoe polish or wax.
- Let it dry.
- Degrease the surface of the sneaker to be painted.
Important! It is best to use special cleaners, but not necessarily, because a folk remedy is suitable - a soap solution with ammonia (soap should be economic).
- Dry sneakers - you need to do it in a natural way, for example, put it in the sun.
Important! In no case should not put shoes to dry on heating devices!
Paint selection
Often the question arises: what kind of paint you need to use to give a second life to white sneakers? The type of paint depends on the material of the shoe and the desired result. The paint is sold in stores and can be of different types: spray or powder coloring matter, which requires the preparation of a solution or ready-made paint on some basis.
It is interesting! You can decorate your sneakers with acrylic paint, which can be found at any hardware store. Both domestic and foreign manufacturers are engaged in the production of such shoe paint.
Shoe painting
In order to paint the shoes at home, it is enough to follow simple instructions that include several points, namely:
- Find and prepare a place for the procedure. It is best to do this away from children and food, ideally on the street.
Important! In most cases, the paint has not only an unpleasant, but also quite pungent smell. If the work is carried out indoors, then it must be ventilated.
- Put old rags, paper or polyethylene on the floor.
- Apply paint with a special device (sponge, brush or brush) depending on the type of paint. It is necessary to apply paint with one, uniform and thin layer.
Important! Before you start dyeing sneakers need to carefully study the paint instructions.
- To evaluate the result, in the case of gaps or unsatisfactory outcome, eliminate the flaws.
- Let the paint soak and dry.
How to paint sneakers?
If white sneakers, slip-ons or other woven shoes have lost their appeal, then giving it a second life is quite realistic. It is possible to transform sneakers by preparing:
- Large capacity.
- Sponge or unused toothbrush.
- Napkins.
- Soda and vinegar.
- Rubber gloves.
- Vaseline.
If the entire inventory is ready, you can proceed to the painting procedure:
- Dissolve paint in water according to the instructions.
- To rub rubber parts of footwear with vaseline, immerse sneakers in paint.
- Wait 10 minutes, then transfer the sneakers to another container filled with a solution of water and 9% vinegar - this will fix the paint layer.
- Rinse with cold water until it becomes colorless.
- Dry and remove petroleum jelly with napkins and soda.
How to paint rubber boots?
Many wonder whether it is possible to paint rubber boots? As it turned out, it is difficult to paint this material, but it is quite possible. Thanks to a rich imagination and creative inclinations, you can create an individual design of boots or hide their visual defects. For this you need:
- Buy acrylic or enamel paint (another paint will do if it is intended for rubber dyeing).
- Wash the boots, removing all contaminants from their surface.
- Wipe dry.
Important! Rubber shoes can not be cleaned with alcohol, as it will deteriorate.
- Using stencils to make original patterns and drawings.
- Leave for 2-3 days to completely dry the paint.
Peculiarities of dyeing shoes made of leatherette or leather
Products made of genuine leather or leatherette to paint the easiest, because the paint on their surface falls smoothly and correctly. If desired, shoes can be decorated with patterns or completely change its appearance by doing a simple procedure.
Painting leather sneakers or shoes made of kozhzam is simple, which means you can cope with it at home. Stages:
- If only a part of the shoes is painted, then the rest of the surface is better to stick with paper tape.
- Buy a liquid or creamy paint.
- Pour it from the vial into the container and mix.
- Apply on sneakers, paying attention to the joints and seams.
- Leave to dry completely.
- Coat with wax, oil, cream or other care agent.
Important! To paint leather shoes need at a time, otherwise there may be stains and drips that will spoil the look of sneakers.
Features staining suede sneakers
Suede shoes have a spectacular and rich look, but it does not last forever. Over time, the shoes tarnish, and its color and brightness is lost. Suede sneakers can be transformed using a special paint. It is important to buy paint, which can be painted exactly suede, so the store must be familiar with the instructions for use. During the dyeing of shoes, special attention should be paid to places where wear is visible. To change the look of sneakers with paint, it is best to use a small brush.
Important! Rubber gloves must be worn when working with paint!
As you can see, to transform the old shoes, breathing a second life into it can be done and it is not particularly difficult. Having carried out the staining procedure at home, the most important thing is to remember about personal safety, study the instructions and carry out work on the street or in well-ventilated places.
