The Best Fabric Spray Paint
There's nothing like customizing your own apparel and decor. For the DIY-lovers among us, we enjoy getting our hands dirty and making our creative dreams come true. Customizing fabrics with spray paint and stencils is one such way to bring your creations to life. If you're on the lookout for the best fabric spray paint on the market, you're in luck, because we've compiled a list of a few of our favorites.
What to Look For
In order to find the best fabric paint sprays on the market, we asked ourselves three questions: Is this spray paint versatile enough to be used on various materials? Does it dry quickly? Will it resist fading and last a long time? With those criteria in mind, we settled on a few favorites. We loved Tulip’s classic ColorShot spray, which can be used for just about any project. But if you want to introduce some color into your projects, you’d be better off going with one of our other options, such as Rust-Oleum’s glitter spray. Sure, all that glitters isn’t gold, but this spray sure is — and it’s a bold golden color, at that. To discover the rest of our favorite fabric spray paints, simply read on. Whether you’re a newcomer to fabric spray painting or an experienced veteran, our picks will serve you well.
Tulip ColorShot Indoor Upholstery Spray
Smooth and solid
This fabric spray paint from Tulip works on almost all fabrics, including synthetic and non-synthetic ones. It dries quickly and evenly, remaining flexible after drying to prevent cracks. You can blend this with other spray paints, and it won’t rub off on clothing or other fabrics once dry. We love a dependable spray can that doesn’t disappoint by dripping or splattering, and this spray from Tulip delivers, providing clean, even coats.
Pros:
- Some folks might only need fabric paint spray for a one-off project, but if you’re planning on using this regularly, it’s a great pick. The eight-ounce bottle can last multiple projects.
- Its versatility adds to its overall value. It can work on almost any type of fabric, so it can be used in all kinds of ways.
Cons:
- When it dries, it may be slightly rough to the touch, but that usually isn’t a big deal.
Tulip Multicolor Fabric Spray Paint
If you love making your own tie-dye shirts, then you’re in luck, because now it’s easier than ever before. This set of six fabric spray paints makes tie-dyeing simple. It also allows for unique designs that you won’t get with traditional tie-dye methods. Normally, you pour ink onto the shirt and it bleeds into the fabric; these spray paints, on the other hand, don’t bleed nearly as much, so you can create stunning, stark designs with ease. Tulip’s fabric spray paint dries quickly and evenly and works well on most clothing fabrics. For best results, we recommend using light-colored fabrics with this spray paint.
Pros:
- There are six colors included, so there’s a lot of room for creativity here.
- If you’re tired of the mess that can occur with other spray paints, you’ll be glad to know that this one doesn’t tend to drip or splatter when it’s sprayed.
Cons:
- Pink is a fairly common color for many fabric spray painters, so its absence here is definitely a bummer.
Dewdesign Metallic Spray Paints for Clothes
If you enjoy metallic fabrics as much as we do, you’ll love this spray paint set from Dewdesign. Six stunning metallic colors are included: purple, grass green, sea blue, gold, silver, and copper. Each bottle contains 1.7 ounces of paint, so if you need to use a lot, we recommend getting two sets; for smaller projects, though, 1.7 ounces should suffice. These paints work on most fabrics, including silk, cotton, wool, linen, ramie, nylon, and rayon. You can also blend colors together, giving you a rich world of palette possibilities.
Pros:
- The safe, non-toxic paint is less of a health concern than some of the more questionably formulated paints on the market.
- The blendable nature of this paint expands the potential range of the color palette that you can work with.
Cons:
- The spray bottles are plastic, not metal. For some, this may be a positive, but it isn’t the most eco-friendly option out there.
Rust-Oleum Specialty Gold Glitter Spray
Glittering razzle and dazzle
With gold glitter spray, you can add a bit of sparkly, glitzy glitter to your decorations, clothing, or decor. If that appeals to you, consider this gold glitter fabric spray paint from Rust-Oleum. Once you start creating your own glitzy magic, you won’t want to stop. While you can spray clothes with this paint, it generally works better with items that don’t need to be washed. For example, this paint could work well on decorative pillows, custom tote bags, or outdoor upholstery.
Pros:
- The company that produces this paint, Rust-Oleum, is well-known for delivering high-quality spray paint.
- Quick to dry and resistant to most stains and scratches, this paint is convenient and reliable.
Cons:
- It’s true that this paint works better on outdoor or heavy-duty fabrics, and it does require a base coat.
Tulip ColorShot Instant Fabric Color Rose Gold
You can have the Midas touch
Rose gold is all the rage these days, and we are definitely on that bandwagon. If you’re riding along with us on the rose gold train, you’ll love this fabric spray paint. Great for indoor and outdoor use, this three-ounce can of rose gold paint is great for both natural and synthetic fabrics. You can use it on clothing, upholstery, and so much more. Because it won’t come out in the wash, it’s ideal for anyone interested in using it to design their own clothing. And the affordable price makes this an even more appealing purchase.
Pros:
- It dries in just 30 minutes, so you’ll be able to wear the garment you decorate almost right away.
- This can is easy to spray, so you can paint it precisely the way you mean to.
Cons:
- Depending on the material you’re spraying it on, this paint may require multiple coats for the desired effect.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I use fabric spray paint on?
Most fabric spray paints work well on the most common fabrics, such as cotton, polyester, nylon, etc. We recommend using pieces of test fabric before committing to spraying a piece of clothing or upholstery. This way you can be sure you’ll like the result.
Is fabric spray paint toxic?
Unlike some spray paints, fabric spray paint is usually non-toxic, so you generally won’t need to wear a mask while painting. However, we recommend always painting in a well-ventilated area just to be safe.
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