Two methods for painting on sails.

[modeller_masa]

Hello, I've tested painting patterns on sails. An acrylic paint and brush were suggested in the instructions, but I preferred a simpler and more convenient method.

 

First, I tried stancil spraying.

 

It didn't work, unlike a plastic model. The reason is that a gap between fabric and windows doesn't stick tightly. Fabric itself is a very rough material unlike plastic parts.

 

Therefore, I purchased a clear gesso, which is commonly used for canvas painting. It'll seal the gap like a primer.

 

The result. Nice and clear.

 

I also tested a traditional fabric marker pen, but it heavily depends on the painter's drawing skills. 😂 

 

There are alternative ways to use the fabric marker. I use it to fill the back of the lacquer spray. Because fabric is flexible and it's hard to set up the stancil on both sides equally, I'll finish the back with the marker pen simply. It doesn't require drawing skills.  

 

 

 

If you plan to cover whole sail with the gesso for canvas, you should test it first. At least it isn't good idea to apply the gesso partially.

Edited July 9, 2022 by modeller_masa

[Mirabell61]

Hello Masa,

 

thanks for your input here and for sharing your well explained experience with the techniques used...

 

Nils

[Roger Pellett]

The stencil and sprayed paint method will work if used in conjunction with a simple homemade vacuum box hooked up to a shop vacuum.

 

Roger

[modeller_masa]

10 minutes ago, Roger Pellett said:

homemade vacuum box

The first picture shows that I was using the inlet of a homemade painting booth powered by a blower fan. I guess it wasn't enough as a vacuum cleaner. Thanks for the tip, Roger.