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I've done some other hand painted one's for him but I used some type of clear coated sealer thinking it would keep the paint from lasting longer, but it still faded a bit. He really wants the custom effect of me hand painted it. I could have it printed and glued but I need to make money too...

I understand. Thank you for your time.

I don't have a router, thought that sanding and priming the holes would be good enough, easy and quick. I'd use PVC but have no idea what type of paint I would use on it and how long it will last. I'd also do a print and just apply it but it seems that would be very expensive, yes? Not sure...

Thank you. I really prefer to use wood, easier to work with and safer, like you said. When I prime it, is there anything else I should put on the sides to seal it (Sealer) or no? I wasn't sure about the paint, One Shot is expensive and isn't as good anymore. Someone said use water based house...

Aluminum How do you cut holes in aluminum?

Thanks I appreciate you guys responding but, I'd appreciate it more if I could get some actual answers so I know what to use. Again, I'm a pencil Artist, so, just trying to get a job done right. I know you skilled experienced painters probably think it's silly questions, but, how about doing...

I'm a pencil Artist who is trying to do a job for a customer up the street who owns a fish n chips place. I did a sign for him a couple of years ago and don't remember what type of wood I used. I used One Shot paint and it's faded. My research has found that One Shot isn't that good anymore and...

Thanks everyone for all the help and input. And to my two friends, Gino and Old Paint, I realize that we probably get along really well. I haven't posted anything because I haven't finished the job, I had a massive hernia two weeks ago and haven't been able to do anything, still healing. I'll...

Man, this sure might explain why I like doing Pencil Portraits. I get a picture, I draw it, they frame it, I'm done. Old Paint.......you sure you don't wanna get married, I'm a damn good cook! I actually agree with the website address not being on there, but they want it, I told them...

OK, listen..........I can't take anymore of this arguing. I'm sorry to everyone, I'm not beating anyone up, I thank you all. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I am sorry for anything.....ok? Let's be friends and move forward. Thank you! JV

I rolled on the Gloss Enamel paint last night on the signs and I'm going down today to see if it needs another coat, it went on thin. Then I'll do the lettering and such. This is the sign they want below.

Marlene All I can say is, if you're married or if you were with someone in your family and I said to you, "Marlene, you're really an idiot ya know, that's pretty stupid of you Marlene, pay attention you fool" If your husband, boyfriend or family member didn't interject and tell me I'm...

Honestly, I don't want to argue with anyone. I have a new friend name Gino. Thanks Gino, nice talking with ya. Old Paint - we might need some work with you. :-) JV

Yesterday I was a bit annoyed by two people out of everyone who spoke to me disrespectfully. Gino and Old Paint. Everyone else......thank you and much appreciated that you were able to answer without name calling and insulting me. Old Paint & Gino - Where do you live, what state? Gino - How...

Thank you so much. :-)