Ghiant fabric paints

Colour your fabrics with a spray

A spray makes fabric painting fast. Instead of brushing colour on in small sections, you spray a fine, even coat over a whole T-shirt, a tote bag, or a stencil design in seconds. It’s a quick way to create gradients, stencilled patterns, splatter effects, and solid colour on textiles.

Ghiant H2O Textile Colour Spray is water-based and contains about 90% less solvent than standard aerosols, which makes it a more pleasant paint to use. Once the paint is dry, you fix it with an iron, which sets the colour so you can wash the item.

Why you’ll like it

• Water-based formula with about 90% fewer solvents than standard aerosols
• Fast, even coverage over large areas
• Great for stencils, gradients, and spray effects
• Fixed with an iron, so the colour holds up in the wash
• Suitable for T-shirts, bags, cushions, and other textiles
• A 150ml can that covers a good amount of fabric
• Available in different colours

Great for

• Customising T-shirts, hoodies, and jeans
• Tote bags, cushions, and canvas items
• Stencil designs and logos
• Colour gradients and fading effects
• Splatter and tie-dye style effects
• School, party, and costume projects
• Craft workshops and group activities

How to use

1. If possible, wash the item first, so the fabric is clean and free of finishes. This is only recommended for items that you’ll wash.
2. Lay the item flat on a protected surface, and place stencils or masking where needed.
3. Shake the can well, and test on a spare piece of fabric.
4. Hold the can about 15 to 20cm from the fabric, and spray enough paint to cover the area.
5. Leave to dry completely.
6. To fix the colour, iron the item at around 120°C. If possible, place greaseproof paper on both sides of the painted area.
7. After fixing, wash by hand, or in a machine at no more than 30°C.

Tips for better results

1. Light-coloured fabrics show the colour best. Dark fabrics will change the shade.
2. Test on a scrap piece first to check the colour and the spray pattern.
3. Spray in light, even passes, and build up the colour gradually. A heavy coat can run.
4. Tape stencils down firmly, or use spray adhesive on the back, to keep edges crisp.
5. Place a sheet of cardboard or paper inside T-shirts and bags, so the paint doesn’t bleed through to the other side.
6. Work in a well-ventilated space, and protect the surrounding area from overspray.
7. After use, turn the can upside down and spray briefly until it runs clear, to keep the nozzle from clogging.
8. Store the can upright in a cool place, away from heat.

Good to know

• The paint must be fixed with an iron to become washable. Check the heat resistance of the fabric before ironing, and use a lower heat for delicate fabrics.
• It works best on natural and cotton-rich fabrics. Test synthetic fabrics first.
• Use in a well-ventilated area, and follow the safety instructions on the can.
• Aerosol cans are hazardous items. Keep away from heat and flames.
• Keep out of reach of young children.