Adding Color
A comparison of coloring 3D printed objects
Natural PLA
Red PLA
White PLA
How to color what's 3D printed in build IT
Pro:
- Easy to apply
Con:
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Paint coverage
How many coats is applied?
Two coats of acrylic paint.
Acrylic Paint with Spray Paint
Painted with Sax True Flow acrylic paint in Fire Red and sprayed with Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear
Pro:
- Little shine
- Fix the paint coverage from the acrylic
Con:
- Long process
How many coats is applied?
Two coats of acrylic paint and one coat with acrylic crystal clear.
Pro:
- Fast Process
Con:
- Glossy
- Does not paint small inside areas
- Dull
How many coats is applied?
One coat of spray paint.
Pro:
- Less materials
- Fast process
Con:
- Can not reach small inside areas
How many coats is applied?
One coat of sharpie.
Pro:
- Easy to apply
- Glossy
Con:
- Heavy smell
How many coats is applied?
One coat of nail polish.
