How to Back-Paint on Glass and Remove Common Glass Paint Mistakes – Steps

Many times you are not satisfied with the output when you are painting on glasses. Many a time you are unaware about how to paint on glass. Also, you will want to correct the mistakes. There are certain ways to avoid certain mistakes while painting on glass. Further if you need to remove the glass paint, the steps are below.

How to Back Paint On Glass?

These easy steps will ensure a perfect output.

Stage 1 – Setting Up

·         Start with mixing the paint and the catalyst.

·         Clean the glass. Use paper towel soaked in alcohol and run it over the glass.

·         Pour the paint mixture into the hand spray gun.

Tip: While pouring the paint, run it through a strainer. It will help you remove foreign particles if any.

Stage 2 – Painting

·         Start applying the first coat using the painting gun. Paint it in UP and DOWN motion.

·         Wait for 5 minutes before applying another layer.

·         Repeat the above two steps until you’ve applied at least 4 layers

·         Leave the paint to bond for 48 hours.

How to correct mistakes while painting on glass?

The instructions here will solve your problems no matter the type of paint you are using. (Water Based, non-water based, Markers or GlassPrimer^TM)

Some Common Glass Paint Mistakes

Considering the type of project you are into, mistakes vary.

·         For back-painting it will be overspray or spillage.

·         For markers or acrylic pastes it can be scribbles and what not!

Thus, the instruction below will be helpful.

Steps to Solve Mistakes on Back-Painted Glass

·         If there is some spillage on the frontal part of the glass, use a lacquer thinner for cleaning.

·         Use a light steel wool for removing overspray at the edges. Use a single edge razor if the overspray is too thick.

·         Repeat the above steps of stage two on the dedicated spaces and give your painting a finishing touch.

Tip: Clean paint from the gun using lacquer thinner. For the best results spray the thinner for a minimum of 30 seconds. This will give the equipment a longer life.

Steps to Solve Marker or Acrylic Paste Mistakes Completely

Since, glass paint products are product are methylated spirits, the process will be the same. These paints can be removed with clean meths.

Getting Started – Mise-en-Place

·         Take some methylated spirit in a container. Cover it with a lid.

·         Spread a paper on the table and place the glass on top of it.

·         Gather some cotton buds.

The Process of Cleaning

·         Dip one end of the cotton bud into the methylated spirit.

·         Hold one end on top the mistake and roll it with gentle hands. Keep the motion away from you.

·         Notice that the methylated spirit soaked cotton buds with absorb the paint.

·         Repeat the steps a few times and remove all mistakes.

Start Over

If you are cleaning it whole, then you will need to start over again. But if you are satisfied with removing the mistakes, make sure to paint them back.

Don’t forget to share this post if it aided some help to you. Keep practicing and play around with glass paint. Feel free to make mistakes. It will help you get more command on your skills. Be confident and prepare the best artworks you can.

Good Luck