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How to Paint an Old Rubber Toy

Repainting old rubber toys is a fascinating hobby as well as a satisfying way to preserve heirlooms. Some collectors wish to renovate an antique. Others want to refresh an object that has been a treasured part of a family's lore. Still others look forward to seeing the next generation of children enjoying objects that have sentimental value for the family. Painting old rubber toys must be done slowly, safely and carefully. If done correctly, the toy can bring many more years of happiness and enjoyment to children and adults alike.

Things You'll Need

Rubber toy
Paint
Paint brush
Dust mask
Internet access

Instructions

- 1
  Choose the colors you will use. Try to keep the colors as close to the original toy's colors as possible to maintain an authentic look.
- 2
  Go to an arts-and-crafts shop or a hobby store or browse to an online crafts site to find a suitable paint for rubber toys. Oil-based paints work well on rubber as do rubber-based paints and solvent-based paints. A variety of paints on the market are designed for painting on silicone, and these will also be effective for painting old rubber toys.
- 3
  Choose your paint brushes. You will need several sizes depending on the size of the toy and the intricacy demanded in the work.
- 4
  Wear a dust mask when painting. The fumes of these paints can be strong, and because much of the work is intricate and demands holding the toy close to your face while painting, it is important to keep from breathing in too much of these odors.

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