How do I paint my heavyweight fabric Roman blinds?

I'm a Realtor who stages all of my listings. So, I've actually experimented a lot with spray paint on fabric. Surprisingly, I've been quite happy with the results!

I usually use Rustoleum brand, and my results have been pretty consistent. I'm sure you already know that the darker stripes on your curtains will remain darker, regardless of what color you use. Regarding stiffness, if it was something you were sitting on, then you'd have to consider the potential stiffness versus your comfort. (With staging it doesn't matter since it's just for looks.) But since you're talking about curtains, I wouldn't think the FEEL of them would matter too much. And, you can create your own "custom" looks!

Have fun!

I have not painted drapes, but I have painted several rugs when I didn't like the color. I have used, house paint (I think that would be latex), acrylic paint, and fabric paint. I don't like fabric paint. If you use a paint that cleans up with water, you can dilute it to a softer, thinner paint. Good luck.

here is some info for painting

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d22RnBUVO1s

https://www.home-dzine.co.za/crafts/craft-painted-roman.htm

My answer would be spray paint, too and here's an DIY I found that shows you how. https://www.domestically-speaking.com/update-roman-shade-paint/ Hope that helps.

Yes my answer is spray paint,

This may help you! https://www.hometalk.com/diy/home-office/furniture/how-to-paint-fabric-44278575

I would think that paint would begin to flake or chip off anywhere the fabric folds, just due to constantly being bent and unbent as the blind moves.

If you really dislike the color/pattern of these blinds, either save up to purchase new ones, or learn to sew some new ones yourself.

Paint would likely make your fabric stiff and difficult to fold, would that be a problem. Sometimes the pattern peaks thru. A primer might be suggested. There are fabric spray paints available. You might wish to research that option.

https://www.michaels.com/fabric-paint/fabric-spray-paint/876005071

It is absolutely possible to paint your roman shades. I'd suggest removing them, placing them on a flat surface and inserting a large piece of cardboard or barrier between the striped portion and the lining so the paint does not penetrate through to the lining. Then the fabric can be painted either with brush-on paint or with a spray paint. I've read that adding fabric softener to the paint helps the fabric remain softer than not using it in the mixture. Also, sometimes the paint can be thinned with water, deending on what intensity of color you wish to have. Here's a video that shows a person painting upholstered chair. https://homeguides.sfgate.com/paint-cloth-roman-shades-20404.html

Today's acrylic paints, as long as they are matt, are perfect for painting fabrics. If you follow the basic steps for application and iron the back of the fabric once the paint is dry, acrylic paints seep into and bond with the fabric allow them to be washed repeatedly without fading.

You can also use Rust-Oleum 2X satin paints to spray paint designs or patterns onto fabric. You'll find the full range of Rust-Oleum products at Home Depot or Lowes

Two important points to bear in mind when painting fabric:

· Only use matt, satin or suede acrylic paint.

· Iron the back of the fabric once the paint is dry.

Use a small 2 inch brush and use fabric paint

Check this pin https://www.pinterest.com/pin/82964818114656016/

You might look into a product called "floetrol or flowtrol" which doesn't change the paint color but allows for it to flow more freely so could possibly serve as a thinner that works well with latex paint.

https://www.domestically-speaking.com/update-roman-shade-paint/