How can you paint a plaster figure. Master class for children: painting plaster figures

Many parents try to give their little ones the best. All girls and boys, regardless of age, love to draw on everything that they first come across. In order for the children to have something to do and at the same time without the slightest harm to the environment, it is best to direct their creativity in the right direction. Therefore, master classes for children are organized.

How to color?

To paint plaster figures, you should stock up on the figures themselves and paints. You can choose the most different figures, depending on the age of the child and his capabilities:

• small;
• medium;
• volumetric.

To paint the figures more conveniently, it is best to put them in a small amount on plastic plates, so that the kid can draw calmly and at the same time not get very dirty. For painting small details, it is best to use thin brushes, but wide ones are useful for varnish. Plaster figures are best painted with brushes made of synthetic material. If the figures have very small details, then it is best to paint them with paints from small tubes.

When the figures are dry, they must be covered with a shiny varnish, and the backs must be cleaned with a metal nail file.

Child development

Painting plaster figures is a very useful activity for children, because with the help of such a fun and interesting entertainment, the baby learns to be more accurate and accurate. Plaster figures vary in complexity and size, so even the smallest crumb can safely draw with their parents.

By painting plaster figures, children not only have fun, but also prepare their hand for mastering writing, form their skills, coordination of movements, and muscle memory. Being engaged in painting constantly, children learn to be neat, and their movements become clearer.

In addition, the child forms his imagination, works with paints. The child's creative imagination should be formed from childhood so that he can harmoniously combine different shades, navigate in space and have an idea of ​​volumetric thinking.

Painting figures will be an interesting activity not only for older children, but also for the smallest. Already starting from 18 months, the baby can be given a brush in his hands and together with him draw and paint figures that will become wonderful toys. This activity will also appeal to adults who like to be creative.

Gypsum is used in medicine, construction, architecture, is an ornamental material, used to create objects of decorative and applied art. Plaster paint will protect the product and help to implement any color scheme in the interior design.

The process of painting a plaster product.

What are the advantages of gypsum products

Being a material of natural origin, gypsum has properties that give it advantages: safety, favorable price. It does not burn, with its help you can sculpt decorative elements of various shapes, paint in any color, and also give the object the desired texture. Decorative elements from it do not crack and do not require complex maintenance.

How can plaster be painted

By painting a plaster product, you can achieve the desired look, stylize natural aging, and perform other effects that make the thing extraordinary.

There are special water-based gypsum paints on sale that can be used without special skills:

• acrylic;
• emulsion;
• dispersed.

They create a protective film on the surface and can be used inside the house, because non-toxic and dry quickly.

To achieve the effects, semi-professional means are used:

1. Red lead. Natural pigment of red-orange or red-brown color.
2. Varnish. It can be applied over paint or impregnated with an unpainted product. When using varnish, it is possible to obtain the look of aged marble.
3. Potal. It is used if the surface needs to be given the effect of gilding or old bronze.
4. Coloring pigments. They are added to the gypsum solution to obtain an even staining throughout the mass. They are used in the manufacture of decorative bricks.

It is better to apply the paint to a fresh product. If time has passed, then a primer should be used, which will increase the strength of the staining.

How and with what to process gypsum

Plaster surface treatment.

Over time, this material loses its ability to retain moisture. The paint does not adhere well to such surfaces, so it is better to paint the gypsum immediately.

When working with a product that has lost its water-retaining properties, before painting it is necessary:

1. Clean the surface and prime with a primer. It can be a ready-made solution bought in a store, or prepared independently from PVA glue and water in a 1: 4 ratio.
2. Protect the product and give it strength by varnishing or painting the figurine with paints in accordance with the conceived plan. If the image consists of a large number of details, it is recommended to pre-draw them with a simple pencil.
3. Double coat the painted gypsum with any varnish suitable for the job.
4. It is necessary to paint in a room with good ventilation, where the finished product remains for a day until it dries completely.

For the convenience of painting plaster products, you can use:

• spray gun for large surfaces;
• brushes for drawing details;
• cotton swabs or sponge to get a stone texture on the surface.

How to make plaster stronger

For all its advantages, this material has one, but a significant drawback - low strength.

To eliminate this defect, various additives and substances are used. Adding strength to gypsum in industrial conditions is possible with the help of plasticizing additives and gypsum hardening activators.

At home, PVA glue can be used for these purposes. For 1 kg of dry gypsum mixture, 50 g of glue and 0.5 liters of water are required. Dissolve the glue in water and add gypsum powder to the solution. For additional hardness, cover the finished figurine with an acrylic primer.

Gypsum products must be painted, because over time, moisture evaporates from the surface and the gypsum becomes yellow, stains remain on it after touching.

To paint the plaster mass during mixing, a coloring pigment is added to it. It must be added slowly, stirring the composition until a uniform color is obtained.

After drying, the product will have a lighter shade. In order to achieve a bright color, an additional coating is used.

To paint a frozen product you will need:

• brushes of different diameters and shapes;
• sponge or cotton swab;
• skin to give the effect of aging;
• paints and other means to obtain the intended result;
• acrylic primer;
• a solution of wax with gasoline or turpentine so that the surface is glossy.

The paint is applied in several layers. The more there are, the more intense the shade of the surface will be. It can be primed before painting. After painting, apply varnish and give the desired texture using artistic techniques.

How to paint plaster for bronze

To give a plaster object a gilding effect, various methods are used:

1. Paint the plaster figure with water emulsion. After 24 hours, when the paint is dry, apply a gold acrylic coating on top of it.
2. Use silver or gold in powder, which is diluted with nitro lacquer. Apply this mixture to a piece of plaster surface to determine the proportions. When you get the desired shade, cover the product in two layers.
3. Buy decorative plaster paint. To obtain a smooth, well-painted surface, things are primed and painted in several layers.

To create the effect of aged bronze you will need:

• acrylic primer or varnish;
• brushes;
• patina;
• acrylic paint for bronze;
• White Spirit.

The product is primed in 2 layers and covered with bronze paint, dries for about a day. After that, the surface is painted with a bituminous patina, and immediately its excess must be removed with a rag dipped in white spirit or other solvent. The patina will remain in the recesses and recesses of the figurine. At the end, all this is covered with acrylic glossy varnish.

What varnish to use for plaster products

The minimum coating for plaster is a layer of varnish. It will fix the natural color of the material, prevent moisture from evaporating, protect the object from destruction and help to achieve an attractive appearance. Different types of varnishes can be used.

Shellachny

Shellac varnish.

Alcohol based. Can be applied to any paint. It can be transparent and colored. With its help, the effect of aged marble is obtained. The melting point of the varnish is 80-120ºC.

Acrylic

This varnish is matte, glossy, pearlescent. Safe to use, easy to apply, dries quickly. Creates a water-repellent film on the surface that protects against burnout.

Resistant to high temperatures: changes color at 180ºC, begins to melt at 260ºC. After drying, it does not change color.

Oil

Protects the surface with the help of artificial resins and plant substances. It comes in matte and glossy. Requires dilution with a solvent before use. After drying, it makes the surface darker than before application.

Glossy varnish brings solemnity to the interior. For supporters of naturalness, matte varnish is suitable.

Rules for the care of garden plaster figures

Plaster garden figures and figurines are an affordable option for decorating a plot. With proper care, they will last for a long time. If the product is painted, then it is enough just to remove dust and dirt from it with a damp cloth or vacuum cleaner. Treatment with antifungal drugs is recommended. The paint will protect against fading and precipitation.

If the shape is not colored, then:

1. First you need to cleanse your pores from dirt. For this, special preparations are suitable that you can buy or make yourself. For example, a mixture of starch: dissolve 70 g of powder in 100 ml of cold water. Then pour all this into hot water (930 ml). A pre-cleaned decorative element is covered with a mixture cooled to 45 ° C and covered with cotton wool for 7-10 hours.
2. Protect the item from moisture after cleaning. For this, a special varnish or a mixture of wax with any solvent in a ratio of 10-15% is used. We also produce moisture resistant coatings for gypsum.

Chips or cracks on the surface of the product can be corrected independently by taking gypsum and adding a 15% PVAD solution. Prime the area around the damage with PVA glue, and then apply plaster.

If there is a lot of damage, then the figure must be returned for restoration.

It is better to put the products indoors for the winter.

Painting an artificial gypsum stone is an excellent opportunity to obtain a finishing material that will meet individual decorative wishes. In addition, the layer will provide protection for the facing products and increase their durability. With some diligence, all work can be done independently with the tools available.

Painting the material at home is usually necessary in the case of purchasing raw products or making products yourself. In the second option, it is better to provide for the color of the plaster mass. This will allow surface staining only to highlight the desired areas.

If, when making a stone on your own, you take care of its color in advance by adding color to the gypsum mass, then less effort and time will be spent on the entire staining process.

It is not very easy to paint plaster in general, it will take accuracy and a lot of time. In addition, the result when choosing a certain color does not always turn out to be the desired one. Therefore, all formulations are recommended to be tested in advance.

For the topcoat, different types of dyes can be used to give the details the desired shade.

Acrylic paint

Water-based solution is quite popular, it allows you to decorate and protect the surface. Such a material has a number of properties necessary for an artificial stone from a gypsum mixture:

• Elasticity. Cladding elements are subject to thermal expansion, which can lead to the formation of surface cracks. Due to the slight elasticity, this problem will be eliminated.
• Water vapor permeability. This parameter is very important for plaster, especially inside the house. The fact is that this material contributes to the creation of a microclimate in the room due to the absorption and release of moisture.
• Resistance to various kinds of influences. Of course, the paint will not protect the parts from strong mechanical influence, but it will protect them from ultraviolet radiation and excess water.

Painting with acrylic paint will add additional protective properties to the artificial stone, which is especially important in rooms with temperature extremes and high humidity.

If high moisture resistance is required, a mixture with the addition of silicone is purchased. A distinctive feature of acrylic compounds is that they easily change their color; for this, a color scheme is used.

Vitriol

Iron and copper sulfate are used as an impregnation. The main purpose of these mixtures is to enhance the strength of parts, but there is also a side effect - staining. The iron variety gives the stone a yellow tint, while the copper variety gives it a blue.

The dry composition is diluted with water in a suitable container, the elements are immersed in the solution for two hours. The main thing is to arrange the fragments so that they do not touch each other, otherwise stand-out areas will appear.

Stain

For gypsum, mainly compositions are used that are also suitable for concrete artificial stones. They are monochromatic mixtures. There is a rich palette of shades, but if necessary, staining is done with wood stain.

There is also an acid stain. It should be handled with great care. Much depends on the composition, therefore it is recommended to test the mixture on one product.

Other types of solutions

Painting can be done with other varieties that color the surface of the stone:

• Any options for plaster.
• Varnish of various modifications.
• Impregnation. Many of them not only improve the quality of products, but also affect the appearance. For example, a penetrating mixture with a wet effect gives the surface a shine and creates the illusion of moisture.
• Self-prepared formulations. The main thing is the correct selection of components.

On a note! Currently, there are special paints on the market that create the look of natural stone. The cost of such materials is high, but the result is impressive.

Staining rules

The coating of products with coloring compositions is carried out according to certain rules:

1. The parts must be well dried according to the manufacturing technology.
2. After purchase, the elements must be kept at home. It takes at least 1-2 days for the stone to reach a balance of temperature and humidity.
3. If previously processed products are painted, then they are pre-sanded. This is very difficult to do, especially when the products are already on the walls.
4. Impregnants are used according to the recommendations that each manufacturer indicates on the label. Some are applied before painting, others after. Some options are not compatible with colorants.

You should know! There is often advice on using a varnish to give the coating a shine, but this is not always appropriate. This effect can reduce the natural feeling.

How to paint a decorative stone?

The technology assumes that the work will be carried out in stages. The exact procedure allows painting without any problems.

Tool selection

The required tool depends on which products need decorative coating. If you paint new parts, the list will be smaller than when working with elements that have an old layer. Also, in the second case, it is very difficult to achieve a quality result.

The following set of fixtures is being prepared:

• Spray gun. An alternative might be an airbrush.

• Brushes and sponge. Great for touching up and highlighting.
• Grinding tools. This can be sandpaper or a sander.
• Vacuum cleaner. For removing dust and dirt.

The necessary impregnations and paint (or its components) are also purchased.

Stone preparation

Preparation of products is not difficult:

All fragments are examined: defective or unsuitable in shape are not used.

Coating application

Decorative stone painting is performed in different ways, but the general recommendations are as follows:

• For uniform coloring, all fragments are processed individually.
• If the work is carried out on the finished surface, then options are immediately thought out that will avoid homogeneity. The most common method is embossing and two-tone coverage. That is, first a darker layer is laid, then the protruding texture is slightly sanded. If necessary, a lighter color is then quickly applied.
• For painting, it is preferable to use a spray gun, certain lines are highlighted with an airbrush. This will complete the process much faster. To paint stones with a strongly pronounced relief (which is typical for plaster products) with a brush is not only tedious, but also does not guarantee a high-quality result.
• An excellent option is the complete immersion of parts in the composition. In this case, the duration depends solely on the individual characteristics of the mixture.

Important! To obtain the desired effect, a test painting is carried out in order to select the shade and application technology.

Unusual staining of a plaster product

There are ways to paint plaster with your own hands, which allow you to achieve an interesting appearance of the surface, including aging.

Old marble

Process algorithm:

1. When self-made, the stone is carefully dried, the temperature should not exceed 55 degrees at the last stage of drying. The purchased product is kept for 48 hours in a warm room.
2. Then the drying oil is heated. Care must be taken and work must be done with gloves.
3. A flute brush is used for application. The surface is impregnated in two layers, all areas are processed with special care to avoid gaps.
4. Over time, the elements will take on a look reminiscent of old marble.

In addition, such an impregnation reduces the hygroscopicity of gypsum.

Terracotta

The technology is almost identical to the previous version, but shellac varnish and rosin, which are diluted in industrial alcohol, are used as a coating composition.

After a certain period of time after applying the composition, the surface acquires a similarity to terracotta.

A mixture of shellac lacquer and rosin makes the plaster brown

Create a bronze tide

The technology requires the availability of the right ingredients and the following actions:

1. Gypsum figures are well impregnated with linseed oil and laid to dry for 8-10 hours.
2. A bronze powder is prepared, diluted in varnish. With this composition, the products are processed in two layers.
3. The material dries well.
4. A mixture of silver nitrate, acetic acid and water is prepared. Proportions: 10 g of silver, 100 g of vinegar and 300 g of pure water. If required, pigment is added.
5. The product is covered with a thin layer of bronze powder and treated with a solution on top. Oxidation occurs.
6. The surface is well wiped with a piece of velvet.

On a note! If it is necessary to enhance the effect, then additionally the gypsum is treated with a solution of wax in turpentine until the material ceases to absorb the mixture. This coating can be washed.

Using wood stain

Stain is used quite often. It works well with a spray gun, but the best results are obtained with full immersion. To do this, the composition is slightly warmed up, the parts are dipped for a short time (from 5 to 10 seconds) and immediately sent to dry. If required, the fragments are preliminarily wiped.

Gypsum is a material of mineral origin. It is used in medicine and art, and in the construction industry it was not without it. From plaster solutions, beautiful details are poured to help decorate the interior. Gypsum mixes can play the role of plaster. But how can you paint the very base of this material when the need arises? Plaster varnish is one option.

Plaster of paris is obtained from a special type of stone, which itself consists of gypsum particles. Previously, the material undergoes such procedures as firing, grinding into a powder form. Next, the base is simply kneaded until a homogeneous mass is obtained. It is better known as alabaster.

The scope of application of gypsum is really wide:

• construction and repair work using paint;
• production of decorative items, for example, figurines;
• as a binder, in between.

For modeling and stucco molding, it is often the compositions with a plaster base that are taken. They are irreplaceable in the production of small architectural forms, pouring decorative tiles, bricks. Iron oxide pigments are also involved in the process.

The mixture itself quickly hardens, begins to set. To have time to implement all the ideas, you need to work very quickly. White shade is standard for working substances in this case.

The preparation and use of coloring material for the garden and other places should not be too much trouble. Other advantages include affordable prices and a wide range of applications. The positive aspects include environmental safety. The material "breathes", as if it maintains a stable temperature level itself, which is beneficial for gypsum.

For interior decoration, many people prefer to use gypsum compositions. They allow you to create real masterpieces that will look good in any interior. For example, in the version of plaster tiles.

The material is endowed with other additional properties:

• resistance to open fire;
• low weight, lightness;
• simple installation, processing;
• plaster coloring technology is also simple.

But gypsum bases can manifest themselves in different ways, while active operation is in progress. For example, the alibaster himself is afraid of exposure to moisture in large quantities. In general, any powder with this material can be easily dissolved if the surface is poured with at least a small amount of water. How to paint the plaster, the buyer decides.

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Making plaster stronger

Gypsum itself is a material that has sufficient strength, but this property will never be superfluous to strengthen and improve. Adding the appropriate effects is permissible at any stage - both when mixing the solution and after the product is ready. It is enough to cover everything with the required composition. For plaster figures - the same procedure.

The first case involves the use in small quantities of only lime, PVA construction glue. Iron vitriol or zinc sulfate will be needed for coloring finished products cast from gypsum.

Reducing the proportion of moisture in the solution itself is the simplest solution for those who want to make gypsum stronger. 7 parts water to 10 parts gypsum are standard proportions that are used in all cases. To create a stronger connection, you need to take the ratio - 6:10. You can paint the plasterboard in any color.

But there shouldn't be too much water. Otherwise, it turns out only crumbly. The addition of PVA to the glue eliminates additional risks. The acrylic variety of compositions sometimes cannot do without them either.

For a medium batch, a couple of tablespoons of thinner is enough to increase its strength. Individual plaster particles are easily glued together with the appropriate material. A mixture of gypsum and hydrated lime also shows good results. In this case, one portion of calcium hydroxide will be sufficient to obtain the desired effect.

For finished products, slightly different components are suitable:

• inkstone;
• zinc sulfate solution.

They cover many details.

When exposed to zinc salt, there is no need to worry that the color of the product will change. Only vitriol is able to give the surface a yellow-brown tint, no matter what plaster is painted with in a given situation.

What varnish should I use?

Varnish is used if it is necessary to improve not only the appearance of a gypsum product, but also its performance characteristics. The following types of varnish are ideal for varnishing such a surface:

• shellac;
• acrylic;
• oil.

What are the characteristics of each type of varnish?

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Shellachny

This type of varnish is often used in decoupage and finishing works. So, for example, they cover gilding, they are used in the restoration of furniture. Also shellac lacquer provides a subtle natural finish. The material itself is a solution of shellac and alcohol, it can be of different shades to give a decorative appearance to products. It is also well suited for coating gypsum surfaces.

Acrylic

To protect gypsum or a product made of it from moisture and other negative factors, use an acrylic-based varnish. Such a composition, in addition to the main functions, also performs decorative. They can be not only varnished, but also painted. Also, these types of compositions can be matte and glossy. The choice of coverage depends only on your personal preference. Matt varnish is perfect for processing gypsum tiles, so the imitation of a rough stone will be preserved to the smallest detail, but a glossy finish will give the surface a shine.

In the video: the use of acrylic varnish.

Oil

These types of varnishes contain artificial resins and herbs. In an admixture, such components give an oily consistency. Due to its texture, the oil varnish creates a thin film on the gypsum surface, which, in turn, after complete drying, is able to protect the material from various mechanical influences and destructive processes.

What else can you cover?

When the plaster product is ready, it is not recommended to tighten it with painting. Indeed, over time, such a base loses its very ability to absorb other substances. For example, the adhesion between the treated surface and the plaster varnish becomes worse.

Before you paint the plaster, you need to prepare it. It is good if it is possible to carry out additional heat treatment. For this, structures are sometimes heated at a temperature of 250-500 degrees for several hours. The indicator reaches the upper mark gradually.

Plaster paint is selected on a water or acrylic basis. On sale are both products intended for painting finished products, and options for such as tinting pastes - they are added directly to the gypsum solution before making a product from it.

But this process is not feasible without the use of special equipment. Therefore, most often they do with ordinary drying, which takes 2-3 days, even if a color scheme is used.

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Hot linseed oil is used if the owners have already noticed that the surface has lost its ability to absorb. After that, the product is dried in a room while maintaining room temperature. In this case, you can refuse paint for the figure; over time, the surface itself acquires an interesting appearance.

Varnishes with wax in the composition are also used to obtain unusual decorative effects. The latter may vary depending on the use of different gypsum pigments.

In general, the ability to absorb moisture refers to the positive aspects of gypsum. Moreover, the intensity of this process can be different. This creates veins on the surface, making the texture look like natural stone. Painting plaster products is not difficult. You can even do without plaster.

Tinting paste along with water and a brush is all that is needed for the coloring itself. How plaster is painted: the color of one or several shades is diluted in water or white paint, mixed and coated.

Acrylic primer or a suitable paint type can be combined with water. It is added in the amount of 30-50 percent of the total volume of other substances. When the first layer is ready, you can use darker shades to go over the rest of the surface. Or use the option where the dye is contained in a concentrated form.

When processing, you can use not only brushes, but also sprayers. Even those that remain from cleaning chemicals or other types of paints.

Painting plaster at home is not such a difficult process. And there will be many advantages. For example, such work is easy to carry out at any convenient moment, and the effect is exactly what the buyer wants. He can process every tile and every detail only based on his personal preferences.

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Gypsum in the interior (25 photos)

Gypsum products are made from gypsum binder and water, the production technology has not changed for over 200 years. The strength of gypsum products increases with complete drying, and the weight decreases at the same time, but with all the positive qualities of gypsum, the products turn out to be monochromatic and have to be painted in order to emphasize all the beauty and relief.

After final drying, the gypsum products must be protected with paint, which will preserve their appearance. The material is stained with liquid paints in layers: 1-3 layers, or covered with sheet (foil-coated) gold leaf.

Painting plaster figures

The production of gypsum products is carried out using molds, the diluted gypsum is poured into molds and after the final setting, the products are removed from the mold, dried, modified, if necessary, and painted. For painting gypsum, various paints can be used: based on gum arabic, based on acrylic, based on varnish. Paints based on gum arabic allow you to paint gypsum without additional preparation; water and brushes are used to apply paint. The first layer (main) is evenly applied and the subsequent layers are made by glazing. You can save the figurine from the effects of the external environment with the help of transparent quick-drying shellac varnish.

Garden figurines, it is advisable to paint with oil paints and soak in hot drying oil, the drying oil penetrates deeper into gypsum, the longer the figures will retain their integrity. To do this, the drying oil is heated to a hot state and applied in several layers to the garden plaster figure. Then the figure must be painted with oil paints.

How and how to paint the stucco?

Plaster moldings are painted with acrylic, water-based or water-based paints. Before applying paint, the surface of the stucco molding must be primed, this will not only save paint, but also apply it evenly to the stucco molding. Plaster stucco is painted in several layers using a spray gun, brush or roller. Additionally, the protruding decor can be highlighted or pigmented using tampons or a brush. Water-based or water-based paint will perfectly protect the stucco molding from external environmental influences.

It is also recommended to cover it with gold leaf (gold foil) as a decoration for plaster stucco decoration. It is attached to a special glue and fixed with shellac varnish. Such color of plaster visually brings the product as close as possible to real gold, silver or bronze. This is how plaster moldings are decorated in palaces and temples.

How to paint artificial stone

Artificial gypsum stone is tiles that imitate natural stones or rocky relief. The popularity of artificial stone has increased in recent years, as it can perfectly replace expensive clay or cement tiles. The surface of the tiles can be painted with acrylics without any problems water-based or water-based paints. It is best to prime the surface of the tile before painting, since the density of one tile may differ from the density of another tile, the paint does not always lie down uniformly. Most craftsmen prefer to paint the stone superficially, but gypsum is a prickly material and, if damaged, white chips appear on the surface, so it is recommended to tint the gypsum when mixing the solution.

Artificial stone is best painted in bulk, more precisely, dry pigment or liquid dyes must be added to the water intended for gypsum. The technology of dyeing gypsum in mass avoids white spots on the wall surface. It is important after painting the gypsum stone to cover it with a special protective varnish (for example, acrylic). It is also possible with tinted acrylic varnish without preliminary painting with dispersion and emulsion paints. This saves painting time.

Gypsum is a very fragile material, but with the help of various materials, such as PVA glue, acrylic and various plasticizers added to the gypsum solution, additional density is given to gypsum products.