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Mixing Emulsion

Discussion in 'Tools and tips' started by OTER, Nov 12, 2014.

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  1. OTER

    OTER Member

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    I've looked through these threads and not found any info about this, and i don't have all day so I'm just gonna ask and hope for the best.
    Say i had a tin of white emulsion to roller a back ground for something, but i wanted the white paint to be a darker color. Without buying a tin of black paint and using that, would there be anything i could mix with the paint to darken the color? The root of this problem is that i have no money, just one massive tin of white matt emulsion, 2 cans of white spray paint and 1 can of bright green spray paint. I wanted to do something with white/bright green lines on a darker background. But i only have white and as i said no money. So if you think i might have something lying round the house i could use as a mixer, i would really appreciate your help.
    Cheers :cool:
     
  2. Mr.Late

    Mr.Late Senior Member

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    uhhhh... coffee grounds???
     
  3. OTER

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    haha would that work?
    I tried some ink in the end which didnt really work.
     
  4. Mr.Late

    Mr.Late Senior Member

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  5. dangeri

    dangeri Elite Member

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    Tester pots that you get for free will alter the colour slightly. Best bet is powdered paint pigment from amazon/ebay/toy shop. Every shade can be achieved with the right pigment. I have been meaning to have a blast with some luminous and glow in the dark pigmet for a while now. Also, tesco do kids paint for a pound a go that looks worth a go. Might blast a roller piece this weekend! Bigger is Better. ha