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Glitter In Space

Space Vanity Project

This is a long video that covers lots of different information. From restoring furniture to using Polycrylic to fun ideas, this video takes you through it all. The piece was a tired old 1950's vanity with mirror that had seen better days but was solid. Now that we are done with it, the vanity is ready for a whole new life in this century.

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We find that Polycrylic is a decent adhesive, but not the best by far. We feel the same way about it as a sealer. It tends to dull the beautiful shine. We like it due to its low odor and ease of control. Polyester glitters will work with Polycrylic and most craft glitters. However, any glitter with aluminum coatings may have issues with water based mediums if they become too warm. When that happens off gassing may occur. Also, some craft glitters may bleed, change color, or clump (be sure to test).

We are more likely to use Solvent Urethane or epoxy as a sealer when using solvent resistant polyester glitters.  Those two mediums offer very little blockage to the sparkle and in some ways enhance it through the overall high gloss appearance.

If you choose to use Solvent Urethane to seal (like we did in the video), spraying is best. You can hand brush it and even flow coat it, but spraying is the best. If you have a compressor and gun then grab it and go. If not we show a low cost option that you might take a look at.
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Polyester glitters will work with Polycrylic and most craft glitters. However, any glitter with aluminum coatings may have issues with water based mediums if they become too warm.
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Polycrylic Gloss is recommended over any other type of Polycylic. Glitter is sparkly and you want whatever medium you are using to add to that shine and not reduce it. 
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We call this the "Susie Homemaker" sprayer. It is just about as simple a unit to use and just about anyone can afford it. We use it for quick jobs or when we do not have access to our compressors. HVLP Spray Gun Kit
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Ever Clear Solvent Urethane Resin
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