jmatson 2 Posted July 8, 2010 ok so i am making a wall sign board thingy for my cousin. My problem is i painted the board i cut the vinyl i applied the vinyl and the dang vinyl wont' stick to the board I know it can be done. my wife did one in church few years ago. and there all over the net http://www.craftcuts.com/imagesb/gallery-vinyl-boards-1-lg.jpg i;m using oracal 651 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helpinghand 1 Posted July 8, 2010 I know some have had problems with certain paints not allowing the vinyl to stick but I'm not sure what ones. I haven't run into the problem myself. sorry I'm not more help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hockeygirl 30 Posted July 8, 2010 Depends on the paint you use, and the substrate you painted on. As for the paint, if you use latex paint, it won't adhere. Latex paint contains surfactants that leach to the surface throughout its life. I remember reading somewhere that Oracal recommends the paint surface should be allowed to dry for at least 3 week, and then cleaned before applying vinyl. Also, if you're painting on substrates such as wood, you'll need to paint thoroughly with a high quality paint or glossy enamel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
john! 1 Posted July 8, 2010 must use oil based paint, not water based which is what latex paint is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmatson 2 Posted July 8, 2010 I used Rust-Oleum Painters Touch. Silver it's a Metallic paint Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
