Can I mix glitter with polyurethane?
Recommended ratio - 100g / 3.5oz per 1 Litre / Quart Gallon of Polyurethane or Epoxy Resin. First of all, pour the glitter into the resin product & mix thoroughly for 1 minute. Once you are happy with the glitter to resin mixed ratio, you can then apply the hardener and mix for a further minute.
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They are matte and I thought of mixing glitter into clear varnish. Would this work? Yes, it should work. However, you will have to work quickly as varnish dries fast.
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If you want to stick and seal glitter onto fabric, we suggest using Aleene's permanent fabric glue. If you are adding glitter to an old pair of shoes, glass, wood, or almost any other surface, we suggest using mod podge. Mod podge is highly effective and keeps your glitter firmly in place.
To stop glitter from falling off fabric, lay your fabric on a towel and spray a thick layer of hairspray over the glitter. Then, let the hairspray dry before giving the garment a light shake and applying more hairspray if the glitter falls off.
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How do you make glitter varnish?
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For sealant options, you can use either glue, mod podge, or glitter sealant spray for the best results. You can also mix some glitter directly into a small amount of glue or mod podge to create your own glitter glues and paints.
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Paint glitter is designed to be mixed with paint and will be more apt to remain in suspension in the paint, rather than settling to the bottom of the can. Craft glitter may not mix evenly and may even flake off of the wall once the paint dries.
Mod Podge Extreme Glitter is quick-drying and dries clear, leaving a smooth, sparkling gloss finish.
Luckily, it is very easy to seal the glitter onto your ornament. You can paint a thin layer of a glossy mod podge over the areas of glitter and let that dry. Alternatively, you can use a glitter sealer like Krylon's glaze spray for a high-gloss permanent finish.
If you are going to mix glitter into your paint, use glitter that is specifically manufactured for painting applications. Paint glitter is designed to be mixed with paint and will be more apt to remain in suspension in the paint, rather than settling to the bottom of the can.
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If you are wondering WHEN to add glitter to epoxy resin, there are no rules. Adding glitter to resin during the mixing of the resin will integrate glitter throughout that pour. To do this, you will mix the resin with the hardener, add colorant (or leave it clear), and mix it well.
