Asked on Feb 12, 2016
Is there an adhesive option for stencils?
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Lori Lynn
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I want to stencil a large permanent wall mirror. I need to do it about twelve times to cover whole mirror. My stencil is very flimsy, it doesn't lie flat. Is there such a thing as a sticky spray for stencils that allows you to pull off and re-position?
9 answers
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There are lots of stencil adhesives. Your local craft store would have it, or search Amazon under "stencil adhesive". It's a must for a repetitive pattern. It helps keep paint from bleeding under the stencil. Post your results, we'd love to see your mirror!
Dee
on Feb 12, 2016
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I would just try masking type. The spray adhesives can get very messy making your painting more difficult.
Janet Pizaro
on Feb 12, 2016
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Using masking tape may leave a sticky residue. I'd use blue painters tape or Frog tape. Post a photo when you're done!
MN Mom
on Feb 12, 2016
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You might want to try an adhesive made for photographs. It sticks---but a gentle stick, also leaves behind very little residue. Sprays in a fine mist. Good Luck.
Vickie
on Feb 13, 2016
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I like to use a water soluble spray basting for quilts. Love the stuff!!!! Doesn't get gummy and cleans up with water.
Tommie
on Feb 13, 2016
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It's a spray adhesive sold at Joann's and other fabric stores. It is used to stick the layers of a quilt together for quilting.
Tommie
on Feb 14, 2016
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LOL, yes, she's stenciling, spray it on the stencil then place stencil, sticky side down onto surface. The stencil will lay flat while you paint it and will cleanup with water when you are done!
Tommie
on Feb 14, 2016
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This can also be repositioned many times with one spray.
Tommie
on Feb 14, 2016
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Sounds good to me...hugs
Sandy Hartnett
on Feb 15, 2016
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