Q. What kind of paint do you use for decorative paper?

Answer

Paper maché, Paper, Styrofoam, primed metal, poster board, terracotta, plaster, resin, bisque, canvas, wood and many other materials can be painted with acrylic paint. When painting on tole or using a stencil, acrylics is a common choice of medium. When painting on glass or another non-porous surface, enamel paints perform better than acrylic. While acrylics can be used on textiles, it is recommended that a textile medium be used in conjunction with the acrylics. Choose weather-resistant paints for outdoor use. When a pigment is added to an acrylic polymer, the result is acrylic paint.