How to use Vintage Paint
Voodoo Molly Vintage Paint is a special water-based acrylic paint that is designed to make furniture painting fun and hassle free. Its no stripping formula will save you time, money and your sanity!
- No stripping
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Touch dry 30 minutes
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Re-coat 60minutes
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Durable, cleanable
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Low Satin sheen
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Interior or exterior
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Water based
PREPARATION
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Remove hardware such as handles and hinges.
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Remove loose paint, varnish and other particles.
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Lightly sand surface with 100 - 120 grit sandpaper for best adhesion.
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Repair any damage. Fill scratches or dents with wood filler as per product directions.
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Clean with detergent and water, ensuring all dirt, grease, polish, wax and dust is removed. If necessary use a wax remover or mineral spirits to remove stubborn buildup.
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If painting over redwood, such as mahogany, cedar or kauri, or stains such as ink or nicotine apply Voodoo Molly Stainblock Primer before painting.
APPLICATION: 
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Stir Voodoo Molly Vintage Paint thoroughly with a flat paddle stick.
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Voodoo Molly Vintage Paint may be diluted with a little water if desired to achieve thinner consistency. Add a little at a time! This is particularly important when painting in warm weather, which will speed up the drying time. See tips below.
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Use a good quality synthetic brush or mini roller. It can be use in a paint sprayer with appropriate dilution. Wearing disposable gloves is recommended - our paint is sticky!
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Paint quickly but carefully in the direction of the grain.
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Whilst painting check for and remove paint drips and edge build-up, being careful not to re-work partially dry paint.
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Allow Voodoo Molly Vintage Paint to dry at least 1 hour before applying additional coats.
Warm weather painting tips
In warm weather paint will dry much more quickly than normal. It will evaporate and thicken in the pot, and dry much quicker during application leaving a textured finish especially when using a brush. Evaporation can occur not only by heat, but also in air flow (wind). Tips to avoid evaporation:
- Paint in cooler weather or the coolest part of the day.
- Never paint in direct sunlight.
- Avoid painting in an air-flow.
- Thin the paint down with a little water. The key is to dilute the paint as required to maintain the same viscosity/flow at all times.
- Paint quickly to avoid over-working partially dry paint.
- Maintaining a "wet edge" is desirable. Working methodically in rows can help acheive this.
- Do not leave the lid off for too long during the painting process.
- When finished, replace the lid properly to get a good seal. Its helpful to use a rag to wipe around the rim and lid before closing it.