Yes, you can point Eva form, to do this with ease it is recommended that you seal Eva form with plastic dip before painting just to ensure the whole process is easy.
When painting one can be anxious because of the outcome expectation. when it comes to painting Eva form worry no more because we have a solution for you.
The preparations to paint Eva form
Once you are done with construction your next step is always to paint the Eva form prop to make it more attractive, so the most appropriate thing to do is to prepare the foam.
You have to ensure that the foam surface is clean, from dust that could hinder perfect painting, you also need to ensure that the surface is smooth and ready for the painting process, additionally, you need to seal the foam to make it more conducive for painting depending on your project.
There are various ways that one can use to seal the foam such as using a plastic dip which is the most common method.
This can be achieved using a heat gun to gently heat up the form without straining. for instance, if the prop is not moving you can seal it using a white craft glue which does not take much of your time, on the other hand, if it is twisting then plastic dip is the way to go since it provides protection from cracks, creases and some damages that may occur when the form is deformed in any possible way.
The painting process
Start with the basecoat
For a beginner, vital information such as using the basecoat when starting to paint should be on your mind. it always serves as a base on which the top or finishing coat is applied.
It also provides a consistent base for topcoats during painting. it helps you to determine the depth, shine of the Eva foam, and the refractory ability of the finished paint job.
The first thing is always to apply the basecoat, you do this by an applying a thin color of the base coat using the right brush, you should do this with consideration of the main color of the project, just to ensure you do not do too much or too little to get the desired outcome that you will want on your Eva foam.
Paint the general forms
You can use an airbrush or spray paint on your Eva foam. the best way is to make sure all the parts that are not supposed to be painted are covered to avoid confusion.
Then you can proceed to spray the uncovered areas effectively, giving them time to dry to the level that you desire.
Then you can remove the covers which can be masking tapes after the paint has fully dried and you are certain you can proceed to paint other layers without the paint coming out.
When you carefully follow the procedure, you will notice that you are getting exactly what you expected.
Focus on painting the detailed parts
When painting, the detailed parts are always the critical areas that need a lot of focus. if you mess up such parts you would immensely affect the final outcome.
To avoid such risk you can achieve it by using a brush with a little bit of water and some paint to do the magic for you.
You can add a little bit of flavor to your final color by washes which is the first step of weathering where paint is thinned to a very translucent consistency that flows well into nooks and crannies on your ideal model. You can also opt for dry brushing or pigments and pastels.
Sealing of the EVA Foam paint
After you are done with painting, ensure that whatever you have done does not face risk. you can seal it using white craft glue or wood glue.
It is a simple method that will not take much of your time, but in case you want your foam to be water-resistant then your best option is to use varnish.
Though it is a lot of work since you need a brush in order to create a thick layer for perfect protection.
What are the best paints to use on Eva foam for painting
If you want your work to be eye-catching, then the Acrylic paint is usually the best choice for painting Eva form, though it is recommended that you ought to seal the foam with Plastic dip, with this paint you can proceed to paint without sealing since its more effective.
For those who love diversity, you are free to try and use oil-based paints. for you to be sure it is advisable that you try on a separate scrap piece to see how the Eva foam responds to it since some oil paints that are more aggressive can damage the foam, bend it or dissolve it making you incur a huge loss.
To wind up, it is very possible to paint an Eva foam, if you follow the right procedure, make sure you prepare your foam, by smoothening it and cleaning it.
Using the right type of paint and painting starting with the base coat and then other layers you will definitely be able to paint your Eva Foam.