Vitrail (en)
Advice for using Vitrail
| Base | Solvent |
| Finish | Transparent lacquer |
| Drying | Dust-free after 2 hours. Fully dry after 10 hours. Drying time may vary depending on the thickness of the applied layer, the temperature and humidity of the room where the product is applied. |
| Coverage per pot (in m²) | 45 ml ≈ 0.5 m² |
| Application surfaces | Glass, polyester, acetate... |
| Maintenance | TOOL CLEANING : odorless mineral spirits or white spirit then rinse tools with soapy water. |
| Instructions | • Pébéo Vitrail colors are applied with a brush on most carefully degreased transparent surfaces : glass, acetate, polyester, plexiglass... |
| • To perfectly imitate stained glass, use Relief Outliners with Vitrail. They are applied directly from the tube to draw patterns before applying the Vitrail colors. | |
| • Care of decorated surfaces : after drying, the colors withstand gentle hand washing, without soaking. Resistant to glass cleaners. | |
| • Objects decorated with Vitrail colors cannot be considered as utility objects, but only decorative, and only surfaces not intended to come into contact with food may be decorated. | |
| FAQ | Should Vitrail colors be applied vertically or horizontally ? When applying Vitrail, it is recommended to have a horizontal surface. The product is very fluid and horizontal application allows for a thicker layer, thus providing greater color depth with no risk of drips. Vertical application is also possible. The best option is to have plexiglass cut to the size of your windows, work with the Vitrail colors horizontally on your table and after drying, place the plexiglass against your window on the inside. The best effect is achieved by placing the decoration between the window and the plexiglass. If you have worked with Relief Outliner, it will flatten slightly and give a beautiful effect (imitation lead strip). |
| How resistant is a Vitrail application on a bathroom mirror ? The use of Vitrail paint in humid rooms such as bathrooms is not recommended. Great durability cannot be guaranteed in this case, as the film may gradually lose its shine. | |
| A varnish applied over Vitrail has crazed, what should I do ? Everything must be stripped and started again. Make sure Vitrail is completely dry before varnishing with the Lightening Medium. | |
| Can it be applied on incandescent light bulbs ? Yes. | |
| Can VITREA 160 outliner be used instead of RELIEF OUTLINER ? No, Vitrea 160 outliner must be fired. | |
| How much matt medium should I add to get a nice matt effect ? The optimum effect is achieved with a 50/50 mixture but the shade will be less concentrated. | |
| How can Vitrail colors be lightened ? Use the Vitrail Lightening Medium : it allows colors to be lightened without reducing their qualities or making them more fluid. | |
| How should the work be dried ? The object should preferably be kept dust-free and in a dry environment for the 6 to 8 hours required for drying. | |
| With which other products can Vitrail colors be used ? Play with the contrast between transparency and opacity by using Ceramic and Vitrail opal colors together with Vitrail colors and Relief Outliners. | |
| What is the tank technique ? This simple and fun technique allows you to create marbling effects. Pour a few drops of different Vitrail colors into a bowl full of water. The drops spread on contact with the water and create amazing effects. Then transfer the color by applying a sheet of acetate or the object of your choice onto the colored surface. As soon as the color settles on the surface, remove it immediately. | |
| Should the decorated object be fired once dry ? No, absolutely not ! Vitrail colors are not fired. Once dry, they have good hardness and are resistant to gentle washing in cold water without soaking, as well as to glass cleaners. | |
| Can decorated objects come into contact with food ? No, only surfaces not intended to come into contact with food may be decorated. | |
| How can the paint be thinned if it seems too thick ? Add a little odorless mineral spirits and stir carefully. | |
| How should the surface to be painted be prepared ? Carefully degrease the surface to be painted with soapy water or alcohol. | |
| After applying Relief Outliner, how long should I wait before applying Vitrail colors ? It is preferable to allow at least 30 minutes drying time for the Relief Outliner before applying Vitrail colors. | |
| How can I prevent the color from running ? In the case of a rounded object, work on the most horizontal part. Allow to dry for a few minutes, turn the object and start again. | |
| How can I correct a mistake ? If the color is fresh, use a cotton swab soaked in odorless mineral spirits to remove Vitrail colors and simply water to erase Relief Outliners. | |
| How can I obtain a regular line with Relief Outliner ? Before starting, always wipe off the excess paint coming out of the tube. During application, use the tube like a pencil and make sure to apply an even pressure. | |
| Can surfaces decorated with Vitrail be cleaned with household alcohol ? Household alcohol is not recommended for maintaining surfaces decorated with Vitrail colors. The colors are resistant to standard glass cleaners and gentle washing without soaking. |