Montana cans Night glow

Paint that glows after dark

In daylight, Montana Night Glow looks like a soft, pale paint. In the dark, it comes alive. The paint contains luminescent pigments that store light as energy and release it as a glow when the lights go out. Charge it under a strong light, switch the lights off, and the surface lights up.

It’s made for effects that need to be seen at night: signage, street art, murals, props, decorations, and eye-catching craft projects. Because the pigments are synthetic and carefully developed, the glow is brighter and lasts longer than in older glow paints. The paint is a high-pressure, high-grade nitro-acrylic, so it covers well and sticks to a wide range of surfaces.

Why you’ll like it

• Luminescent pigments that glow in total darkness
• Stores light and releases it as a glow, with no batteries or power
• High-grade nitro-acrylic paint for good coverage
• Works on smooth, rough, and primed surfaces
• For indoor and outdoor projects
• Fits Montana female-valve caps, and works best with fat caps
• A 400ml can that covers around 1.5 to 2 square metres, depending on the surface and how many coats you apply
• Available in more than one colour

Great for

• Night-time murals and street art
• Signs, lettering, and decorative accents
• Party decor, stage props, and set design
• Costumes, cosplay props, and displays
• Kids’ bedrooms, ceilings, and wall features
• Helmets, accessories, and gear markers
• Crafts, ornaments, and creative projects

Surfaces it works on
Metal, wood, hard plastics, primed canvas, cardboard, and walls. For the best glow, prime the surface first.

How to use

1. Prepare the surface so it’s clean, dry, and free of dust and grease.
2. For the most intense glow, prime the surface with Montana GOLD Shock White 9100 (or another bright white), and let it dry.
3. Shake the can well. Test on a spare surface first.
4. Apply thin, even coats, and let each coat dry before adding the next. The glow is strongest with multiple layers.
5. Leave to dry. Drying times vary with the surface, temperature, and humidity, and the paint takes about 24 hours to cure fully.
6. Charge the painted surface under a strong light, such as bright daylight, a torch, or a UV lamp, for a few minutes.
7. Turn off the lights, and view in total darkness to see the glow.
8. To make the finish last longer, seal the dry, cured paint with Montana Gloss Varnish.

Tips for better results

1. A white base and several thin coats give a much brighter glow than a single coat.
2. The glow is strongest right after charging, then fades gradually. Re-charge it under light whenever you want to see it again.
3. The more paint you apply, and the stronger the light you charge it with, the longer and brighter the glow.
4. View it in complete darkness. Any other light source will wash out the effect.
5. Use a fat cap, such as the Montana Level 4 or Level 5, for an even, wide spray that lays down thick coats.
6. Work in a well-ventilated area, wear a mask, and protect the surroundings 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.

• The glow only shows in total darkness. In daylight, the paint looks like an ordinary pale colour.
• The glow fades over time after charging, and its strength and length vary with the light it received and how thick the paint layer is.
• Night Glow has limited resistance to weather, light, and UV. For outdoor use, seal it with varnish, and expect the effect to wear faster than standard paint.
• Spray paint is a hazardous item. Follow the safety instructions on the can, and wear protective gear.
• Keep out of reach of young children.