Clean the plastic with isopropyl alcohol rubbing alcohol and then glass cleaner before mirroring even if it is covered with a protective film.
Mirror spray paint on plastic.
The side mirror is now primed properly for applying the paint.
Since plastic isn t porous traditional brush on and spray on paints aren t able to seep into the plastic so they don t stick well.
Rust oleum specialty mirror effect spray paint is a solvent based paint that can be removed with paint stripper.
Spray silver works better on plastic than pouring silver.
Make sure that you buy a spray paint that matches the color of your car.
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Tips for making plastic mirrors.
Mirror effect spray paint is a unique coating that is applied to the reverse side of glass or acrylic glass to create a reflective mirror like finish.
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Krylon looking glass paint transforms clear glass into a highly reflective mirror like surface.
Apply the coats of spray paint on the side mirror and the areas near it.
Spray paint gives the smoothest finish but regular spray paint won t adhere to plastic.
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Painting plastic auto parts requires different preparation and products than painting a car s sheet metal.
Applying spray paint to these plastic parts is not a good idea as the paint will crack peel and flake within a short time.
Can this be used to paint the exterior of the glass not the back to get a mirror finish.
A comparison and review of krylon looking glass and rust oleum mirror effect spray paint.
It is great for glass vases jars framed glass table tops candle holders and more.
Choose a spray paint or a brush on craft paint if you prefer not to use a spray designed specifically for plastic.
Use century clear urethane not century clear lacquer to create a clear protective backing for your plastic.