Fluorescent inks: features and applications

Fluorescent paints are very widely used today. Most often they can be seen on the signs of shops, pharmacies, other outlets, beauty salons, as well as on advertising platforms. The fact is that they are very bright and are able to glow in the dark when exposed to ultraviolet rays. The image is colorful, beautiful, special. The main component of the material is fluorescence. Very often it is used to create three-dimensional images.

Fluorescent inks can also be used in the interior of a residential building or apartment. The advantage of the presented material is that the image will not react to strong temperature changes. These paints are considered absolutely safe for humans, do not lend themselves to moisture. That is, the image will look great both in winter and under adverse weather conditions.

How and where to buy?

Fluorescent paints are not so easy to buy. They have a relatively high cost, since their production is considered expensive. They are also divided into types, for example for industrial and home use. A feature of this paint is that it is possible to apply it to any surface, regardless of what the object is made of. In any case, it will look good.

Buy fluorescent inks only in specialized stores. Pay attention to their cost. Do not rush to the cheap option, because the image will not be so resistant to negative influence, and also quickly lose its properties. If you are professionally engaged in the design of signage, advertising space, clothing, it is best to purchase a set of fluorescent paints.

Features of use

It should be noted that the material presented is very persistent (if it is of high quality). After applying, you can hardly quickly and easily correct the picture. To ensure that the paint does not lose its properties for a long time, after drying it try to cover it with a colorless varnish. So you protect the image from the harmful effects of the atmosphere. At home, the lacquer can not be used.

It should be noted that there is visible and invisible fluorescent paint. The peculiarity of the second kind is that you will not see the images in the daytime. If you use the first option, then the picture under the light will almost not be different from those that are painted with ordinary colors. But at night under the influence of ultraviolet light, the image will glow brightly.

Use this paint can be used to decorate the facades of buildings. It does not need to be applied in several layers, since it copes well with its functions, even if you use a small amount of it. During the application, the material will need to be diluted with water a little. To work, prepare the surface: clean, degrease (soap or soda solution), rinse with water and dry. From the tools you can choose a roller, brush or even a paint sprayer. Now you can proceed. Good luck!