Dab the paint on.
What knd of paint should i use on door mat.
The method you choose depends on the type of paint you use.
Some of the stencil edges started to pull up as they got wet with paint so i used my finger to hold them in place as i went.
To finish your project gently remove the pins and stencil to reveal your message.
Either will work well.
This post shares my diy painted doormat including how to paint a coir doormat to last.
Using your paint brush dab and brush the paint onto your rug.
You don t want to make sweeping motions because the paint will get underneath the stencil.
But if you do you ll need an iron to adhere the freezer paper to the mat.
It only takes about five minutes until the paint builds up enough for it to look like an even coat.
Use a stiff bristled paint brush or a stencil brush to tap the paint straight down onto the mat.
One coir doormat i really love how this type of doormat works for this project.
Personalized door mats are a great way to add a bit of spunk to your entry and greet guests with your own special message.
You can also use freezer paper for a stencil.
Using brush strokes got little tiny dots of paint everywhere.
You ll probably think this is going to look awful when you start but just keep painting.
I used black paint and the sponge pouncer.
Just firm stippling motions.
This doormat is not only useful but it adds some character and whimsy for your visitors.
Should you use freezer paper or stencil vinyl.
Then just remove the tape.
Let them know you are happy to see them even before you open your door.
For any painting process though the surface should be clean and dry.
Would you believe that i have actually never owned a doormat.
Yes you can paint those mats.
Allow plenty of time to dry.
The mat will soak up a lot of paint make sure you have plenty on hand before you begin.
Just fill in with paint.
I created my own stencil using 4 letters to saw get lost.
You can use a stencil tape it down and spray or paint with a sponge pouncer.
If your mat has been used on a floor it s probably very grimy and if it s black you can t see the grime.
Put it on pretty heavy since it soaks into the coir.
If you are using a light color of paint use a light color of sharpie another quick tip.
This stencil vinyl is my favorite to use and it is very sticky so it works well on the doormat.
I made several of them one year for holiday gifts.
Now that i think about it it s kind of weird but we ve moved so often over the last five years that i didn t really accumulate anything that wasn t worth moving.
It should be scrubbed thoroughly with a degreasing detergent such as trisodium phosphate tsp or dish.
I personally really like oramask 813 stencil vinyl for any stencil projects.
