Can you paint a vinyl headlining ?

[saltwater_gypsy]

I have been told that there are paints which are formulated to paint on soft vinyl.
So far I have failed to find any on UK web sites.
Any leads or practical advice would be appreciated?
Thanks

 

[VicS]

The paint that Polymarine sell for PVC dinghies perhaps ??

 

[Cliveshep]

I have been told that there are paints which are formulated to paint on soft vinyl.
So far I have failed to find any on UK web sites.
Any leads or practical advice would be appreciated?
Thanks

Try here:
http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydepot/semindex.aspx?gclid=CJ6V1qSp450CFVtn4woduha8NA

 

[Ubergeekian]

I have been told that there are paints which are formulated to paint on soft vinyl.
So far I have failed to find any on UK web sites.
Any leads or practical advice would be appreciated?
Thanks

Often used in the classic car world. See http://www.woolies-trim.co.uk/p-1551-vinyl-paint.aspx

 

[Tradewinds]

Another option here

http://www.frost.co.uk/item_Detail.asp?productID=8152

 

[Lakesailor]

Even Halfords do an own-brand vinyl spray paint

 

[sjclewes]

hi there pop into bq they sell plasticoat designed for the job i believe

 

[Csail]

Most 'boy racer' car shops sell it.

 

[cafebloke]

Hello world,

This thread caught my eye... has anyone actually used the stuff and does it give a good result ?? I have a couple of navy blue panels that I think would look better in a cream/magnolia colour..

Chris M

Birchwood countess 27

 

[Ubergeekian]

This thread caught my eye... has anyone actually used the stuff and does it give a good result ?? I have a couple of navy blue panels that I think would look better in a cream/magnolia colour..

My only experience has been in painting a blue Triumph Herald front seat black many years ago. It worked fine and hasn't shown any sign of coming off, but the finish is a bit matt. Of course that could just be poor application.

However, I think it's a a rather thin layer for the necessary flexibility, and I'd be a wee bit doubtful about it successfully obliterating navy blue to leave a good cream finish. Maybe it can, but I'd really want to try it on a test piece first. A big test piece, too, in case it blotches.

 

[Lakesailor]

I painted a (sort of) white headlining in a Mini with the Halfords black headlining paint.
It had very good opacity and if I remember correctly, covered completely in 2 light coats.
The disadvantage is that you have to mask-up as it's a spray can. It dries straight away and overspray tends to be snuff-dry before it lands.

 

[maxi]

I have used simple Kitchen/bathroom vinyl emulsion with very good effect. The first coat seems to leave a slightly sticky surface but after 2nd coat it is fine. Now been in place for 7 years and gives a bright washable surface.

 

[saltwater_gypsy]

Thanks for the tips.
Most of the car stuff is in car colours ie blues, black or red but this one: http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydepot/docs/SEMAerosolChart.pdf from "Clliveshep" has a full range of colours. I think I will have to experiment in small hidden areas like inside cupboards. I will report back.