So I uh... I wanna paint my Tweezerman.

[_MementoMori_]

Just as a fun but pointless side project. I'm thinking the process will be:

1. Sanding the current poly/sealer/whatever-it-is off, as well as the logo.
2. Taping off the knot and the handle where I want the color banding to be.
3. Priming the handle with 2 or so coats of... an exterior primer, maybe?
4. Applying 2 coats of... again... exterior grade paint?
5. Applying a few coats of some sort of sealer. I think Bob Quinn uses some boat deck sealer or something. Maybe that?

Colorwise, I'm thinking of a dark British, masculine green and a nice bone/ivory. What do you guys think? It's a waste of time, sure, but it could be fun. Anyone ever done something like this?

 

[jwcarlson]

When I make duck decoys I "seal" them with Kilz2 exterier latex primer and then paint over them. Works great!

 

[Topgumby]

Go for it. Post some pics when you're done.

 

[Space]

easy enough, you'll be surprised with how easy actually. I've been meaning to do the same thing. I used to paint guitars.

you don't need to sand the current poly off if you are going to put a primer on it. you can just scuff it up with some steel wool. just give it a good "tooth" for the primer to stick to.

a good easy way to sand it the primer between coats--since it's round--get a cheapo sanding sponge at home depot. that worked wonders for me on the contours of a guitar.

also clean the dust off of it after you sand it and before you paint and seal it. other wise the dust gets into the finish. for something this small you might be able to wipe it with a lightly dampened paper towel and then immediately dry it with a clean dry paper towel.

oh I would just use some spray paints, and spray laquer..

oh and hang it buy the hair with a clothspin or something.

 

[_MementoMori_]

Space,

Thanks for your wonderful input. You guys have sealed the deal for me. I'm definitely doing this. I'll post pics when I've finished.

 

[jwcarlson]

I wouldn't mind doing it to mine but it's my favorite brush currently and I don't want to ruin it!

 

[kg4ghn]

Can't wait to see the finished result!

 

[_MementoMori_]

Hey, now that I'm thinking about it a bit more, how about a rubberized finish on the lower portion of the brush? Isn't there some sort of dip or spray that would serve this purpose?

 

[dpm802]

Hey, now that I'm thinking about it a bit more, how about a rubberized finish on the lower portion of the brush? Isn't there some sort of dip or spray that would serve this purpose?

I think you're talking about Plasti-Dip.

I think it would work well for a shaving brush ... or even a DE razor. It would provide a non-slip handle, and you can spice it up in any color you want.

 

[_MementoMori_]

Okay then. The revised plan is to paint the upper portion of the handle in a dark, masculine green, and dip the lower portion of the handle in... probably white Plasti-Dip. Thanks!

 

[mattbramanti]

How are you going to paint the top of the handle (the lip where the handle meets the knot)? I guess the same way porcupines mate -- very carefully.

Sounds like a cool project. Good luck!

 

[Darjeeling Express]

Looking forward to the finished product. Good luck!

 

[Maineac]

I also like my Tweezerman so much that I would not mess with it unless the handle became damaged.

Regarding the color scheme the two color scheme of the Semogue 1305 would look good with the green on top and the tan below.

If I might be permitted a related question on the Tweezerman, does anyone know the type of Badger hair that makes up the knot?

 

[Rocketeer]

Okay then. The revised plan is to paint the upper portion of the handle in a dark, masculine green, and dip the lower portion of the handle in... probably white Plasti-Dip. Thanks!

If your going for "masculine, then go for the ultimate "Manly" coating ... locate your local LINE-X dealer, and have him give the handle a "spritz" for you. (It's the "black armor" stuff they coat truck beds with.)

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[Jaymo]

You can buy a can of spray on bed liner for about $8.00 US at the auto parts store. 3 coats should do the job, and give you a fantastic grip on the brush.
I'm planning on doing just that.

 

[_MementoMori_]

Does spray-on bed liner always have the rugged, textured look? If so, I'll probably pass. I'm looking for a smooth finish.

 

[Jaymo]

Pretty much. You can vary how rough or smooth it is, by varying how far you hold it away from the handle. It also needs to cure for 3-5 days.

 

[_MementoMori_]

Well it certainly sounds durable.

I'm tossing all kinds of ideas around at this point. That Plasti-Dip apparently has a clear version. I was thinking of doing my initial two-tone green/ivory paint job and then dipping the entire handle in clear Plasti-Dip.

I need to settle on something. The fact is that there are endless possibilities here. I have time to think, though, because I just loaned my Tweezerman to a friend for probably two weeks or so.

 

[Deltaboy]

Waiting for the pics I might try this myself.

 

[Topgumby]

I'm thinking a Tweezerman with flames on it.