Indoor: Outdoor - KABOOM! · 4. Apply painter’s tape along all the edges of the mural, and any...
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Materials: Rollers w/ Covers and Extensions Primer Blue Tape Latex Gloves Rags/Drop Cloths # TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL PREP WORK: • Before starting, carefully read through the entire instruction sheet. • Refer to the material list to the left and confirm that you have the correct amount of wood for this project. 1. Wash and clean the entire area as necessary. Indoor: Consider using a light sponge and lukewarm water. Outdoor: Pressure washing is best. Otherwise, use a hose and high pressure nozzle and scrub the surface using a sponge. 2. Let the surface dry completely before you begin priming. You will want to prime the entire mural area at least one day before Build Day, ideally with a few coats. 4. Apply painter’s tape along all the edges of the mural, and any other objects inside the mural area (such as light switches, vents, etc.) that should not get primed or painted. 3. When dark enough, use an LCD or overhead projector to project the mural design onto the wall (if available). Use a pencil or permanent marker to sketch the design that is projected. If appropriate, mark which areas should be painted with which colors. You can also sketch freehand if a projector is not available, though this requires a bit more skill.
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Materials:
Rollers w/ Covers and Extensions
Primer
Blue Tape
Latex Gloves
Rags/Drop Cloths
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TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL PREP WORK:
• Before starting, carefully read through the entire instruction sheet.
• Refer to the material list to the left and confirm that you have the correct amount of wood for this project.
1. Wash and clean the entire area as necessary. Indoor: Consider using a light sponge and lukewarm water. Outdoor: Pressure washing is best. Otherwise, use a hose and high pressure nozzle and scrub the surface using a sponge.
2. Let the surface dry completely before you begin priming. You will want to prime the entire mural area at least one day before Build Day, ideally with a few coats.
4. Apply painter’s tape along all the edges of the mural, and any other objects inside the mural area (such as light switches, vents, etc.) that should not get primed or painted.
3. When dark enough, use an LCD or overhead projector to project the mural design onto the wall (if available). Use a pencil or permanent marker to sketch the design that is projected. If appropriate, mark which areas should be painted with which colors. You can also sketch freehand if a projector is not available, though this requires a bit more skill.
1. Cover all areas surrounding the mural area with painter’s tape, paper, and drop cloths.
2. Refer to the mural design sketched on the wall and the paper drawing (if applicable) as you’re painting the mural. Begin with the larger areas and work your way down to the smaller areas.
3. Use a small brush or an artist brush to touch-up areas at the end of the day.
4. For indoor murals, use fans and / or open windows to help dissipate paint fumes and dry the area quickly.
5. Finishing must be completed after Build Day. Wait at least 24-48 hours for the paint to dry if applying a gloss coat. Afterwards your mural is complete! Thanks for all your hard work!
Tools:
• Painter’s Tape
• Pack of Gloves
• Paint
• Paint Brushes (various sizes)
• Rollers w/ Covers and Extensions
• Paint Buckets/Cups/Trays
• Paint Can Openers
• Stirring Sticks
• Rags/Drop Cloths
Today you will paint a Mural! Above is an example of what your finished project might look like.
Follow the instructions below – and most importantly, have fun!
