Stencil Paints and Surfaces
Choosing the correct paint for stenciling a particular surface can be difficult and confusing. Certain surfaces demand the use of specific paints. The table (see below) is an excellent way to determine which paints are appropriate for various surfaces. If you are interested in a more detailed description of each paint, click on the paint type in the table.
Interior Acrylics | Exterior Acrylics | Stencil Cremes | Enamels | Metal Paint | Fabric Paint | Candle Medium | |
Drywall | - | - | - | - | - | ||
Wood (Interior) | - | - | - | ||||
Wood (Exterior) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Fabric | - | - | - | - | |||
Metal - Unprimed | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Metal - Primed | - | - | - | - | |||
Glass/Tile | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Concrete/Stone | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Clay | - | - | - | - | |||
Paper | - | - | - | - | |||
Masonry | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Stucco | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Candle/Soap | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Ceramic Bisque | - | - | - | - | |||
Plaster | - | - | - | - | |||
Plastic | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
Vinyl | - | - | - | - | - | - |