How To Paint Polyurethane Foam
When it comes to painting polyurethane foam, there are a great many myths surrounding the practicality of the process. Many assert that paint won't adhere to the surface while others say only certain, special types of paint should be used. The fact is: If your polyurethane foam is in an enclosed, climate-controlled environment, you can paint it with ordinary interior paint. However, if you need to paint polyurethane foam, you'll need to condition the surface for adhesion by using a quality bonding primer. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Apply latex primer to the polyurethane foam using a 2- to 4-inch paintbrush. Apply generously so as to fill the pores in the foam.
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Allow the surface to dry for two hours.
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Apply interior acrylic latex paint in the same manner as you did the primer in Step 1.
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Tips & Warnings
If your foam is oil-based, use an oil-based paint and primer.
Avoid using spray paint to coat polyurethane foam as this can sometimes cause the foam to melt.
Never attempt to paint exterior polyurethane foam. This type of foam must be covered with a protective shield or coating. Also, if your interior foam is exposed to water leaks or especially cold or hot weather, you should bypass paint in favor of another type of coating.
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okay that is helpful, but what kind of coating should I use if the spoiler on my car is made from puf material?
