tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post1191935680158293471..comments2023-11-05T03:19:45.783-07:00Comments on Painting Rock & Stone Animals, Nativity Sets & More: How to Seal and Protect Painted RocksCindy Thttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-83227048873676696012020-07-08T09:13:05.984-06:002020-07-08T09:13:05.984-06:00Welcome to the fun world of rock painting.
I like ...Welcome to the fun world of rock painting.<br />I like E6000 glue for adhering two rocks together so I think it would also work well for adhering the googly eyes. You can read more about it on this blog post: http://paintingrocks.blogspot.com/2017/11/helpful-rock-painting-tools-and-supplies.html<br />I keep my rocks indoors so I can't recommend a good outdoor sealer. I do know that any sealer will not permanently protect outdoor rocks and would need to be re-applied occasionally.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-14740386916678031542020-07-07T12:34:10.952-06:002020-07-07T12:34:10.952-06:00i want to adhere google eyes to my painted rock.wh...i want to adhere google eyes to my painted rock.what do i use to glue eyes on rock? goes outside what sealer do i use on rock? thank you im am new at this.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14131156068424045484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-43227737000746800292019-01-19T07:17:48.113-07:002019-01-19T07:17:48.113-07:00It sounds like you're doing everything right e...It sounds like you're doing everything right except using Sharpies. I've found the best paint pens for rocks are Posca pens. Here's a link to my blog post about them: http://paintingrocks.blogspot.com/2016/10/the-perfect-paint-pen-for-rocks.htmlCindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-63423441205089801502019-01-18T22:37:01.670-07:002019-01-18T22:37:01.670-07:00When I spray my rocks with my sealer, I lay them o...When I spray my rocks with my sealer, I lay them on a old rack out of the oven....You can do more rocks this way and when they dry, I flip them over and do the back side....I myself have a problem with the sharpies bleeding...I was told to make sure it was marked permanent on the Sharpies.I modge podge mine then use sealent..I use the Triple thick Glaze from Wall Mart and they turn out beautiful. ..My question is.....What kind can I use that will not bleed through after it is sealed?????<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03610754675089024492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-80405738738284893002018-01-25T08:14:50.407-07:002018-01-25T08:14:50.407-07:00Thanks for the excellent tip, Marilyn. The Elmer&#...Thanks for the excellent tip, Marilyn. The Elmer's glue worked for me also and I wrote a blog post about it: http://paintingrocks.blogspot.com/2016/12/how-to-prevent-sharpie-permanent.htmlCindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-55716704553365945202018-01-24T08:52:35.854-07:002018-01-24T08:52:35.854-07:00Once the sharpie art dries smear plain old Elmer&#...Once the sharpie art dries smear plain old Elmer's glue all over where sharpie is and let sit awhile - I just squirt some glue on the rock then use my fingers to put the glue on and spread the glue. washes off hands easily with soap and water. I usually let mine dry overnight. Once dry glue will be clear and you can seal however you like.Marilynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-81553146302554971422017-12-26T10:11:33.895-07:002017-12-26T10:11:33.895-07:00Hi Shannon. I've had issues with markers blurr...Hi Shannon. I've had issues with markers blurring when sealed. (I rarely use oil-based markers and prefer brush-on sealers.)<br />My best advice is to refer you to two of my blog posts which addresses markers: <br />"Rock Painting Tip: Use Paint Pens Instead of a Brush for Detailing" - http://paintingrocks.blogspot.com/2013/06/rock-painting-tip-use-paint-pens.html <br />How to Prevent "Sharpie" Permanent Markers from Blurring When Sealed - http://paintingrocks.blogspot.com/2016/12/how-to-prevent-sharpie-permanent.html<br />Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-40264182761187148702017-12-26T07:59:53.498-07:002017-12-26T07:59:53.498-07:00How should I seal oil based paint markers? I let t...How should I seal oil based paint markers? I let then dry for over 24 hours before I sprayed them with sealer. Soon as I sprayed them, the paint ran all over. I was crushed. That don't happen with my water based paint pensAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12432353886742824307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-52332015979783097722017-12-02T07:17:35.969-07:002017-12-02T07:17:35.969-07:00Welcome to the fun world of rock painting, Marjori...Welcome to the fun world of rock painting, Marjorie. I usually allow my painted rocks to dry for 24 hours before sealing them. If you're using markers, I feel it's even more important to allow at least 24 hours drying time to lessen the chance of smears when a sealer is applied. I have never used the Mod Podge spray so I can only suggest that you experiment with it on some test rocks - some with markers, some with base coat, etc. Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-11243099927660246912017-12-02T01:45:00.376-07:002017-12-02T01:45:00.376-07:00I’m very new to rock painting and was wondering ho...I’m very new to rock painting and was wondering how long to let them dry before sealing them? I used posca and Montana acrylic paint markers and acrylic paints and brushes. I noticed you recommending layering multiple sealers . I purchased modge podge acrylic paint sealer spray. Is this sufficient to seal? Will it make the paints run? Some rocks have a base coat others do not. Thank you very much. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12209660358058655810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-59035564646187830512017-11-09T08:36:07.341-07:002017-11-09T08:36:07.341-07:00Hi Lori. My first suggestion is to try Mod Podge O...Hi Lori. My first suggestion is to try Mod Podge Outdoor formula. It is supposed to be water resistant but is not waterproof. I do not know of any sealers which are truly waterproof so if you know how to make something that is waterproof, I'd also suggest you give that a try. I'm not sure if this would work, but a sealer meant for a boat may also be something to try on your rocks.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-67116328231727862017-11-08T10:44:23.273-07:002017-11-08T10:44:23.273-07:00Hi. I am putting paper quotes to my painted rocks...Hi. I am putting paper quotes to my painted rocks and affixing them with mod podge. What is the best waterproof sealant that I can use so the writing on the paper does not run or the paper doesn't come off the rock when it rains? The spray sealers are not effective. Should I try making my own waterproof sealer with silicone?Lori Anoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-9645298862323415942017-11-06T10:42:45.836-07:002017-11-06T10:42:45.836-07:00No, Mariarosabb, I have not used glaze clear coat....No, Mariarosabb, I have not used glaze clear coat. I would suggest you speak to the manufacturer about using it on rocks. They should be able to give you the pros and cons about it.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-64192277556045822812017-11-05T19:23:19.635-07:002017-11-05T19:23:19.635-07:00Hi Cindy. Have you used glaze clear coat, the epox...Hi Cindy. Have you used glaze clear coat, the epoxy varnish usually used for wooden floors? Mariarosabbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08808320465826899962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-86954918835208727432017-11-02T15:09:25.951-06:002017-11-02T15:09:25.951-06:00That's an excellent suggestion. The workers at...That's an excellent suggestion. The workers at the local home improvement store should be familiar with the best products for sealing outdoor painted rocks.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-45038739396552539512017-10-31T19:09:15.129-06:002017-10-31T19:09:15.129-06:00For outside applications, it is best to use an out...For outside applications, it is best to use an outside sealer. Something from the home improvement store, not the craft store. Ask someone at the paint mixing station. They will be able to set you up with the right stuff.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00027276862317121581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-14525184438797508962017-10-15T10:10:47.139-06:002017-10-15T10:10:47.139-06:00Hi Melissa. With 500 rocks to seal, my first sugge...Hi Melissa. With 500 rocks to seal, my first suggestion would be a spray sealer. I think you would get the best advice for a sealer by asking an associate at a store such as Home Depot or Lowes. They carry products meant for your type of climate and should be able to guide you toward an effective sealer for the rocks. FYI: In my experience, no sealer permanently protects a painted rock outdoors.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-77114986448431661522017-10-14T11:13:28.815-06:002017-10-14T11:13:28.815-06:00Hi, I teach K-5 art and each one of my students us...Hi, I teach K-5 art and each one of my students used acrylics to paint a rock for a rock garden that will be outside. Seeing that I would have 500+ rocks to protect with a clear coat, what would your suggestion be to protect them? We are in Western NY: sun, rain and SNOW! Thank you! MelissaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10584137841721945916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-75473970838053195562017-10-05T07:25:46.271-06:002017-10-05T07:25:46.271-06:00Patti, I usually prep my rocks with either white a...Patti, I usually prep my rocks with either white acrylic paint or gesso. In your case, the gesso would most likely be the better choice.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-86771248734087293112017-10-01T05:43:43.138-06:002017-10-01T05:43:43.138-06:00Is there any thing you should apply to pourous roc...Is there any thing you should apply to pourous rocks prior to writing on rocks to prevent the image/words being absorbed?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18129413018294631389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-12837279578716572302017-09-29T07:21:23.703-06:002017-09-29T07:21:23.703-06:00Hello Mariarosabb. Decorative and polished stones ...Hello Mariarosabb. Decorative and polished stones can be difficult to paint because of their slick surface. The goal is to achieve a "rough" surface so the paint will have something to adhere to. You could try using sandpaper to roughen up the stones and remove the coating. I've heard of people putting the stones in the dishwasher but I don't know the exact details of the process. Another idea is to apply gesso or Mod Podge as a primer. Here's a blog post I wrote about using gesso on rocks: http://paintingrocks.blogspot.com/2017/08/is-gesso-good-primer-for-painted-rocks.html Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-76591107146824580492017-09-28T09:06:03.990-06:002017-09-28T09:06:03.990-06:00Hi Cindy i bought decorative stones i wanted to pa...Hi Cindy i bought decorative stones i wanted to paint, but seems to be they have some yellow varnish, what can i use to remove the varnish from them? I tried three hours with thinner but didnt work, water and soap also failed. Any idea or should i just paint just over the varnish? Mariarosabbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08808320465826899962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-42585678051987744642017-09-13T07:10:46.919-06:002017-09-13T07:10:46.919-06:00Mod Podge is known to be sticky or "tacky&quo...Mod Podge is known to be sticky or "tacky" in humidity. Therefore, you need to apply a second sealer which can be a clear acrylic or polyurethane type. Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-40385838499132361252017-09-13T01:27:28.559-06:002017-09-13T01:27:28.559-06:00Hi I'm a first time rock painter, I got the mo...Hi I'm a first time rock painter, I got the mod lodge acrylic spray sealer. I used it on one of my rocks and it came out fine but then the next rock it just made it horribly sticky , like you can't even touch it sticky and it's been over 4 hrs and it's still insanely sticky. I'm not sure what happened, how would I fix it. I spent hours on the rock painting it perfectly I would like to fix it instead of starting over.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196696153028364805.post-4489416497893371302017-08-25T07:38:33.293-06:002017-08-25T07:38:33.293-06:00I have not used water color paint myself but I bel...I have not used water color paint myself but I believe applying one or two coats of sealer should protect your artwork. However, if the painted stones will be placed outdoors, no sealer will permanently protect the design whether you use water color or acrylic paint.Cindy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10716295815257761763noreply@blogger.com