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We have several products that can be used with your tumblers and crafts. Most are using our Brite Tone as an alternative to Epoxy. Brite Tone is a Waterbased product and is very high in solids so it builds quicker than any other Waterbased product. It is very different than epoxy as you have to use several thin layers versus 3 or 4 layers of epoxy. The layers dry quickly and can be re-coated in 3 to 4 hours. It can’t be used in molds because it’s not a pouring type product due to it needing to dry in thin layers. Pigments can be added to it. We have 8 intermixable Concentrated Pigments which gives you tons of color options. Also liquid mica metallics.

In terms of safety, there is no comparison. All Crystalac products are non hazardous and non toxic. They are completely safe to use- even indoors. No mixing or toxic fumes released. The only protection needed is if you are sanding or spraying the products. In that case, a mask is recommended. In almost 40 years of making coatings, we have never had an allergic reaction reported. Below is a list of our Tumbler products and use so you can see which products the crafting market is using. 

Tumbler Products and Use

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Bases
We have several bases that can be used to give you options for a colored basecoat.

*Universal White – UW is a great bonding Primer and Paint that can be used alone as a white base, or it can be tinted to any pastel to medium base color using any of the CraftNique Color Boutique Concentrated (liquid) Pigments. It can be used on properly prepped Wood, Metal, Ceramic, Plastic and Glass.   SHOP UNIVERSAL WHITE

Flip'N Awesome 3 in 1 Paint, Primer and TopCoat. These are great for using as a colored basecoat or to use in place of acrylics. 22 beautiful colors (and more coming) that are easy to use giving full coverage with only 1-2 coats. No need to wait for spray paint to off gas with these, as they dry quickly and can be recoated in only 4 hours and can be used indoors. Perfect for you wintertime projects. 
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*Colored Poly - Our Colored Poly is pigmented Extreme Protection. (Stir Well) These can also be used as a base undercoat for wood, metal, ceramic, Plastic and Glass. They contain rust inhibitors and adhere extremely well. CraftNique Liquid Mica  metallics can also be added into the these for a unique shimmer effect.  SHOP COLORED POLY

Top-Coats

*Brite Tone is a very High Solids Topcoat that is best used for layering a Super Clear, High Gloss, Durable, Protective Finish to your project. You can use Brite Tone for all the steps and it is our recommended Top Coat for tumblers.

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*Extreme Protection is a Clear Gloss topcoat that can be used to build your coats, or as a base for adhering and sealing glitters, micas and decals. Decals will need to be glued down first. It can also be tinted using CraftNique Color Boutique Concentrated (liquid) Pigments.

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*Color Boutique Concentrated Pigments - These are NOT Paints - They are colorants used to make paint! CraftNique Color Boutique is a unique coloring system made up of highly concentrated, nano sized pigment colors that can be easily mixed into any of the CrystaLac or CraftNique Bases to create your very own DIY Paint, Stains, Glazes, and Topcoats. We've put together 8 standard colors that can be used alone or inter-mixed together to make endless color combinations.
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*Mica Based Metallics - Color Boutique Liquid Mica Metallics are Highly Concentrated Mica Pigments incorporated into a liquid solution making them super easy to use without having to deal with airborne particles - unless you like them in your eyes, nose and skin ;} 5 super rich sparkly colors (Silver, Gold, Copper, Rose & Champagne) more choices coming soon! Add directly into The Extreme Protection or Brite Tone or use straight for intense color similar to gold leafing. Use approximately 1 tsp per pint. Adjust more or less to attain the desired appearance and effect. Finish with Brite Tone to protect.​

Prepping your Tumbler Project

Prepping your tumbler is a critical step before using any paints or topcoats on it. We suggest a good scuff sanding with 150 to 400 grit sandpaper to ruff up the surface and then wipe clean with alcohol to remove any traces of dust or fingerprints. Most steel tumblers come with a water repellant factory coating that must be removed prior to painting. Shellac provides a good barrier coat if sanding can't remove it all.
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Application 

 Make sure your CrystaLac products are applied at room temperature (68 to 75 degrees) as well as products, and allow 4 hours drying time between coats of paint and/or finish. Finishes will self-level as they dry. Do Not Use heat guns to force drying. Full cure is 30 days. You can gently use before that, but it will continue to harden over a 30 day period.
For help using our Tumbler Products and Tutorials please join our FaceBook page dedicated to Tumblers and Crafts. We also have a mentorship program available
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Other CrystaLac Products that can be used with Tumblers
Clear Gel Stain and Glaze
Use these for making your woodgrain tumblers or for some awesome swirls. You can make your own color of stain by mixing CraftNique Color Boutique Concentrated Pigments right into the Clear Base or... You can buy the colors already mixed for you. 
CrystaLac Glitter Glue Adhesive
CrystaLac Glitter Glue Adhesive is perfect for adhering and sealing all your crafting projects. It is a Waterbased, Non-Yellowing, Clear, Permanent, Bonding Glue. It is safe to use and it contains No V.O.C's, its Non-Toxic and FDA Compliant. CrystaLac Glitter Glue Bonds to most surfaces including Glass, Plastic, Metal, Ceramic, Wood, Fabric, Paper and more. 
Directions for use:
  • Start with a clean surface. Scuff sanding the tumbler is recommended for best adhesion. CrystaLac Glitter Glue can be applied directly to the surface or over a primer coat. 
  • Squeeze out a line of glue and spread it evenly over entire surface using a soft bristled brush. Wetting the brush first will help the glue spread easily.
  • Next apply glitter to the wet glue. After 1 hour, press down glitter to make it as flat and smooth as possible. If needed, a second application can be applied using the same process.
  • Dry Time: Wait 2 hours between coats.
Glitter Glue can also be used as a sealant over glitter to keep it in place and as a barrier coat between the glitter and top coat. It can be diluted with a 2 to 1 ratio of glue and water for an easy spray application or it can also be brushed on. 
Glitter Glue dries with a tacky film and needs to be sealed with a permanent Top Coat. We recommend using CrystaLac Top Coats.
Clean up brushes and spills immediately with soap and water. Dried glue can be difficult to remove. Use with gloves to prevent glue from drying on skin. Do not let children use without proper supervision.
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Get started with a Tumbler Kit. It has everything you need to get you going on the right track. 
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                                                 ​ Kit includes:
  •         Brite Tone Gloss Topcoat (1 pint)
  •         Universal White Paint and Primer & Base (1 Pint)
  •         Black Gloss Base and Topcoat (12 oz squeeze bottle)
  •         Color Boutique Concentrated Pigment SET of 8 (1.2 oz size)
  •         Concentrated Liquid Mica Metallics  (our choice of 1 color) 
  •         Flip’N Awesome Paint & Primer ( our choice of 1 color) 1.2 oz
  •         Glitter Glue (4oz) For adhering and sealing all your glitter, fabrics etc.
  •         Surface Conditioner Gentle Cleaner (4 oz)
                                         Accessories
  •         1 Brush (Tumbler blush brush)
  •         1 Sanding Pad or sponge
  •         10 Mixing Containers with Lids (size 2 oz)
  •         1 empty 12 oz squeeze bottle with spout
  •         Instruction / Recipe Brochure