I'm really keen on painting a skate deck, just not keen on the texture of arcylic paint on the deck after its done. I want to keep things looking smoooth. So does anyone use paint markers or anyone used them for a deck? I'm thinking of using them instead of acrylic but just can't find assorted colours! 2009-06-08T08:27:40-04:00 23 2009-06-08T00:45:43-04:00 true 0 37771 false false 5143 5143 1 2009-11-21T11:33:38-05:00 462 i know uni's are pretty good 37771 Post 2009-06-08T00:46:16-04:00 1094201 10787 2009-06-08T00:46:16-04:00 thank you :) will check them out 37771 Post 2009-06-08T00:49:04-04:00 1094231 5143 2009-06-08T00:49:04-04:00 try deco, or maybe krink but you have to let krink dry for a long time while keeping it flat because its super drippy. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T01:30:08-04:00 1094351 9543 2009-06-08T01:30:08-04:00 okie dokie i checked out uni's... none of them ship to aus. lame. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T01:31:52-04:00 1094381 5143 2009-06-08T01:31:52-04:00 if you need them bad enough im sure you can talk one of thses ladies men into sending you some if you order it and everything. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T01:34:05-04:00 1094421 9543 2009-06-08T01:34:05-04:00 fair enough. Hopefully they're nice enough. Im not desperate, just looking for other brands at the moment. Closest artshop near me only sells black pestel p markers 37771 Post 2009-06-08T01:36:51-04:00 1094441 5143 2009-06-08T01:36:51-04:00 Decos, Prisma Colors, and Sakura Solid Paint Markers. For drippy wide stroke use OTR FLOWPENS Look for the cheap ghetto ones too..sometimes you get a good one. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T01:50:42-04:00 1094561 6901 2009-06-08T01:50:42-04:00 really dont think prismas or solid paint markers are what your looking for. Uni poscas and sometimes decos are often available from newsagents. you can use acrylic on a deck but maybe do an undercoat then thin it out? 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:02:47-04:00 1094651 28591 2009-06-08T02:02:47-04:00 <blockquote><cite>mattFOO said:</cite> Decos, Prisma Colors, and Sakura Solid Paint Markers. For drippy wide stroke use OTR FLOWPENS Look for the cheap ghetto ones too..sometimes you get a good one.</blockquote> thank you, i'l probably be looking for decos and prisma. <blockquote><cite>CHRISL said:</cite> really dont think prismas or solid paint markers are what your looking for. Uni poscas and sometimes decos are often available from newsagents. you can use acrylic on a deck but maybe do an undercoat then thin it out?</blockquote> mmm maybe... i was thinking of using spray paint for background then paint markers for the rest of the job. But i dunno... ive never tried it 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:12:47-04:00 1094681 5143 2009-06-08T02:12:47-04:00 try tagging markers, like different mops and what not like oink and murder ink as well 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:18:05-04:00 1094711 10787 2009-06-08T02:18:05-04:00 mops and stainer inks really sink in and stain the wooden deck, they also bleed alot making it hard to work with. spray paint is a good idea for an undercoat, but buy some good stuff, like ironlak ect. because other paint is really drippy and thin, its hard to use unless your used to it. but id still go with poscas they are mad fun (: 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:29:27-04:00 1094811 28591 2009-06-08T02:29:27-04:00 i think prismas would be horrible on wood, 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:43:08-04:00 1094891 9543 2009-06-08T02:43:08-04:00 <blockquote><cite>CHRISL said:</cite> mops and stainer inks really sink in and stain the wooden deck, they also bleed alot making it hard to work with. spray paint is a good idea for an undercoat, but buy some good stuff, like ironlak ect. because other paint is really drippy and thin, its hard to use unless your used to it. but id still go with poscas they are mad fun (:</blockquote> Yeah thats really the reason why im using spray s ink dosn't bleed. I'll let my pa do the spray painting for now. He's used to doing it with cars so i guess its appropriate for now. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:44:37-04:00 1094931 5143 2009-06-08T02:44:37-04:00 this guy does it. http://drewbrophy.com on wooden boards, decks,surfboards ect. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:47:30-04:00 1094941 28591 2009-06-08T02:47:30-04:00 Don't know if they are what you want but I bought some uni markers from <a href="http://www.cultpens.com/acatalog/Uni_Paint_Marker_PX-21.html">this website</a> and i'm pretty sure they ship to Australia. Only ordered mine Friday so have not received them yet. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:57:00-04:00 1095011 10058 2009-06-08T02:57:00-04:00 awesome. now i have some assurance that it works haha 37771 Post 2009-06-08T02:59:00-04:00 1095021 5143 2009-06-08T02:59:00-04:00 I'm actually in the process of painting a skate deck as we speak, I sanded the previous graphic off, and have sprayed 3 layers of white wood primer on and two base coats of yellow (my base colour), I'm adding another layer in a few hours then I'm going onto sketching the idea out, painting it with acrylics then going over all my linework in black pen and fineliners. Then I'll use some sort of sealant to stop it chipping. I look forward to seeing your outcome :) 37771 Post 2009-06-08T05:15:22-04:00 1095731 9579 2009-06-08T05:15:57-04:00 <blockquote><cite>AJHB said:</cite> I'm actually in the process of painting a skate deck as we speak, I sanded the previous graphic off, and have sprayed 3 layers of white wood primer on and two base coats of yellow (my base colour), I'm adding another layer in a few hours then I'm going onto sketching the idea out, painting it with acrylics then going over all my linework in black pen and fineliners. I look forward to seeing your outcome :)</blockquote> right there! thats all you need to know /thread 37771 Post 2009-06-08T05:16:09-04:00 1095751 9857 2009-06-08T05:17:33-04:00 wouldn't it be possible to create a smooth looking finish by applying a layer of clear acrylic gesso over the finished painted skate deck? 37771 Post 2009-06-08T05:41:24-04:00 1096041 11016 2009-06-08T05:41:24-04:00 Don't use graffiti markers! Mops and such arent a good go. I recently smashed up a series of three decks with acrylic and Posca outline. Definitely give Posca and Zig Painty's a crack. ChrisL knows the go. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T07:45:45-04:00 1096661 4949 2009-06-08T07:47:34-04:00 <blockquote><cite>AJHB said:</cite> I'm actually in the process of painting a skate deck as we speak, I sanded the previous graphic off, and have sprayed 3 layers of white wood primer on and two base coats of yellow (my base colour), I'm adding another layer in a few hours then I'm going onto sketching the idea out, painting it with acrylics then going over all my linework in black pen and fineliners. Then I'll use some sort of sealant to stop it chipping. I look forward to seeing your outcome :)</blockquote> I should look into spraying a couple of layers aswell. Thank you for this :) im looking forward to your's aswell. thanks everyone for the advice! I'll probably end up spray for for coating/background, acrylic for some areas then paint markers for line work. 37771 Post 2009-06-08T08:15:02-04:00 1096911 5143 2009-06-08T08:15:02-04:00 Just make sure you get a good finish before you start painting. Sand the original paint, wet and dry fine to get it smooth and then a base coat of primer then your set to do what you want with the design. I did a guitar before and it came out pretty sweet, you can use a clear laquer then to finish it all off. Put some piks up when your done :) 37771 Post 2009-06-08T08:21:21-04:00 1096951 10058 2009-06-08T08:21:21-04:00 indeed... thank you! Most likely get my dad to help me that. Will need alot of time to think before i do this because i always fuck something up somehow. It'd be a shame to waste such paint, decks and freakin time! haha 37771 Post 2009-06-08T08:27:40-04:00 1096971 5143 2009-06-08T08:27:40-04:00