[simpits-tech] OT: Painting glass

[Roy Coates]

On Mon, 29 Jul 2002, Stig Joergensen wrote:

> A little ot i know - but you guys have all the answers, so here
> goes.....
> 
> How do I spray paint real glass (like a window glass that 2mm thick) i
> want to paint it on the backside, so what chemicals should i use to
> clean the glass before painting - and should i give it a cote of
> something clear first (and after perhaps), so it will bind better?
> 
> acrylics is not an option here- it must be glass, as it is better to
> resist scratches etc.
> 

Regular paint thinners are good at removing all the grease from glass
prior to painting. As for paint type, automotive paints seem to bind
fairly well.

Roy.