Carole Fox on tue 13 apr 04
Here's an odd question...
The rec center where I teach has asked my advice on something I know nothing
about. They have a tiled pool and it seems that over time the numbers (for
depth of water) have worn down and they would like to paint over them. Is
there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile? Of course, it would need to
be waterproof.
They are hoping that they will not have to remove the tiles. Whadya think?
Carole Fox
Silver Fox Pottery
Elkton, MD
thesilverfox@dol.net
Iris Artist on wed 14 apr 04
Yay!, A question I actually know the answer to:P (gimme a break, guys.. I know little about clay... but a lot about paint)
Carole,
You can use GLASS CRAFT PAINT on glazed tile. It's cheap and easy, and although it suggests baking, it really isn't necessary. The tile has to be cleaned with alcohol prior to painting and very well dried. And after applying the paint, let stand for at least 24 hours to keep from smearing. The Sun actually will kinda 'bake' it on for you.
~Stäcy...who has finally picked up on the signature thing for claylist, but isn't quite sure what to say(smiles.)
Carole Fox wrote:
Here's an odd question...
The rec center where I teach has asked my advice on something I know nothing
about. They have a tiled pool and it seems that over time the numbers (for
depth of water) have worn down and they would like to paint over them. Is
there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile? Of course, it would need to
be waterproof.
They are hoping that they will not have to remove the tiles. Whadya think?
Carole Fox
Silver Fox Pottery
Elkton, MD
thesilverfox@dol.net
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Concepts in Clay on wed 14 apr 04
In a message dated 4/13/2004 10:51:57 PM Eastern Standard Time,
thesilverfox@DOL.NET writes:
> Is
> there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile? Of course, it would need to
> be waterproof.
>
There is a paint in the hobby shops that is used for painting on glasses and
it is supposed to be dishwasher safe. I don't know the name, but check at an
A. C. Moore's or Michael's or........ Good luck!
Bobbi in Carlisle, PA
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Gary Navarre on wed 14 apr 04
> Here's an odd question...
> The rec center where I teach has asked my advice on something I know
> nothing
> about. They have a tiled pool and it seems that over time the numbers (for
> depth of water) have worn down and they would like to paint over them. Is
> there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile? Of course, it would need
> to
> be waterproof.
>
> They are hoping that they will not have to remove the tiles. Whadya think?
> Carole Fox
> Silver Fox Pottery
> Elkton, MD
> thesilverfox@dol.net
>
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Carole, G. from da U.P..You know how to make tile don cha.Have the kids
out 'dere help glaze em and replace the bad tiles wit new ones, da probly
need it any way. Leme know how dat works ut for ya.
Gary Navarre
Navarre Pottery
Norway, Mi.
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Kathi LeSueur on wed 14 apr 04
>>gnavarre@UPLOGON.COM wrote:
>>
>>
>Carole, G. from da U.P..You know how to make tile don cha.Have the kids
>out 'dere help glaze em and replace the bad tiles wit new ones, da probly
>need it any way. Leme know how dat works ut for ya.
> Gary Navarre
> Navarre Pottery
> Norway, Mi.
> gnavarre@uplogon,com
>
>
>
>
Gary,
Did you go to Edsel Ford High School in the 60's?
Kathi LeSueur
Paul Lewing on wed 14 apr 04
on 4/13/04 2:43 PM, Carole Fox at thesilverfox@DOL.NET wrote:
> Is
> there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile?
Carole, you might try sign painters' supply shops. They may have a paint
made to adhere to slick plastic or glass that would be good for outside. Or
try boat supply places. If they don't have a paint that would work, they
may even have premade numbers that would adhere to the tile.
Good luck, Paul Lewing, Seattle
Janet Kaiser on thu 15 apr 04
They will not need to remove the tiles, Carole, but they will not
be able to paint over them under water. They will need to lower
water levels, so that they have nice dry tiles. Also allow for
drying time!
OPTION A: In the UK, we have a product which comes in a tube with
a little brush. It is specifically for "touching up" enamel on
sinks, baths, chipped plates, stoves, etc. It comes in basic
colours, but I do not think I have seen black. You may have a
similar product available. I got mine from the hardware store...
OPTION B: Ordinary enamel paints. The type used for model
aircrafts and toy soldiers.
OPTION C: Last year I also used car spay and touch-up paint on
our kitchen sink. It has all stood up to the wear and tear very
well. It is getting a whole lot more use and abuse than any
swimming pool would do, so you may like to look into it. I think
I would restrict this option to tiles which are not going to be
immersed in water. That would hardly be "natural" use of
automotive body paint.
OPTION D: Cut out adhesive numbers. Do not laugh! They may want
to try out the various options they have to compare the
durability of each. If that is the case, they will need a
temporary solution which will be easily removed. There may even
be suitable readymade black plastic numerals on the market in
your country. It would even be possible to use heavy duty labels
produced for outdoor use and use a laser printer to print on
numbers of a suitable design/size. The Avery heavy duty laser
labels are up to 210 - 297 mm large (that is A4) and they are
excellent for outdoor use. I would bet they would be OK in a pool
for several weeks or months. Again, the tiles would have to be
pretty dry to attach properly.
Good luck!
Sincerely
Janet Kaiser -- Almost done with the "new look" PP pages... Some
amazing tiles arriving as part of the Trans Cultural Exchange
project! So exciting!!! Never know who will be participating and
which country is therefore the next to add to the list!
Yabba-Dabba-Doo!!!
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>They have a tiled pool and it seems that over time the numbers
(for
>depth of water) have worn down and they would like to paint over
them. Is
>there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile? Of course, it
would need to
>be waterproof. They are hoping that they will not have to remove
the tiles. Whadya think?
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Paul Lewing on thu 15 apr 04
on 4/14/04 9:31 PM, Iris Artist at iris_artist@YAHOO.COM wrote:
> You can use GLASS CRAFT PAINT on glazed tile. It's cheap and easy, and
> although it suggests baking, it really isn't necessary. The tile has to be
> cleaned with alcohol prior to painting and very well dried.
I thought I'd sent this to the list, but Joyce led me to believe I somehow
sent it just to her, so I'm going to repost it.
> on 4/14/04 7:17 PM, Joyce Lee at joycelee@iwvisp.com wrote:
>
> > I've heard that Dick Blick's catalog lists paint
> > for glazed tiles........ but they then must be
> > fired in the oven for about a half hour.
>
> I've heard about these paints too. I asked the best tile showroom in the
> Seattle area about these last time I was in. They say they see a lot of
> this stuff. Or at least lots of people come in to ask about it. They've
> all painted tiles with the stuff, baked it in their ovens and installed it
> in their kitchens and bathrooms.. After about three years they come in
> asking why it's coming off. I wouldn't trust the stuff.
> Paul Lewing, Seattle
Snail Scott on thu 15 apr 04
At 06:43 PM 4/13/04 -0400, you wrote:
>...Is there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile?
The hobby stores sell a paint intended for glazed
ceramic, and it does not require heat to set. It's
waterproof (they claim 'dishwasher-safe', for
instance) and seems to be fairly durable even with
occasional abrasion. It won't last forever, but
could be easily repainted at need. Cheap & easy,
anyway.
-Snail
Carole Fox on tue 20 apr 04
Gary-
Unfortunately, they are not interested in replacing the tiles, only
repainting the numbers. But thanks anyhow.
Carole Fox
Silver Fox Pottery
Elkton, MD
thesilverfox@dol.net
----- Original Message -----
From: "Gary Navarre"
To:
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2004 3:30 AM
Subject: Re: painting glazed tile ?
> Here's an odd question...
> The rec center where I teach has asked my advice on something I know
> nothing
> about. They have a tiled pool and it seems that over time the numbers (for
> depth of water) have worn down and they would like to paint over them. Is
> there a paint that can be put on a glazed tile? Of course, it would need
> to
> be waterproof.
>
> They are hoping that they will not have to remove the tiles. Whadya think?
> Carole Fox
> Silver Fox Pottery
> Elkton, MD
> thesilverfox@dol.net
>
>
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Carole, G. from da U.P..You know how to make tile don cha.Have the kids
out 'dere help glaze em and replace the bad tiles wit new ones, da probly
need it any way. Leme know how dat works ut for ya.
Gary Navarre
Navarre Pottery
Norway, Mi.
gnavarre@uplogon,com
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