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Jan 26 '12 by Ryder Revolution
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How do i paint a bike helmet?

Hey folks,

seeking advice...

i have a client who wants me to put the logo of his company on his bike helmet... anyone have experience painting plastic that can give me an idea of what kind of paint to use, etc.?

shirtflirt on Jan 26 '12 at 12:06pm

is that even LEGAL in new mexico

mike bautista on Jan 26 '12 at 12:11pm

I'd guess you need to lightly sand off whatever is on it first. And from a DIY non-professional standpoint, you can use anything as long as you put enough layers of whatever finish you use and sand it down. If you have access to something that can cut decals, that sounds way easier.

Ryder Revolution on Jan 26 '12 at 12:15pm

yeah it's a weird helmet... like it's not a flat surface... it has a bunch of holes and waves... i might try printing on vinyl and cutting around the holes or something...

thanks guys

Ryder Revolution on Jan 26 '12 at 12:16pm

EVERYTHING is legal in new mexico al!

haven't you seen Breaking Bad?!

shirtflirt on Jan 26 '12 at 12:18pm

excellent,, excellent point

xiv on Jan 26 '12 at 12:21pm

strip it to a bare surface then just paint it with auto paint or fancy paint markers.

xiv on Jan 26 '12 at 12:22pm

wait... like a road bike helmet or a motorcycle "biker" helmet?

Ryder Revolution on Jan 26 '12 at 12:26pm

bicycle helmet... kinda like this

Ryder Revolution on Jan 26 '12 at 12:26pm

it's a pretty weird request i think

Torakamikaze on Jan 26 '12 at 12:38pm

Just print it out on an inkjet, then attach it using Scotch® tape. For extra flare, lightly apply some Elmer's Glue® (ask a parent for permission) and sprinkle on some glitter.

Ryder Revolution on Jan 26 '12 at 12:43pm

hahahaha, i would get punched in the face if i did that for this guy... he's a tough dude.

mike bautista on Jan 26 '12 at 12:51pm

Use cool color glitters then.

xiv on Jan 26 '12 at 1:18pm

The shell of the helmet can be damaged by some paints... It may even melt it a bit. Take it to a bike shop and ask them what is recommended. I know they have a bunch of special touch-up paints at the shop I go to. Not sure if they would work on a helmet though.

Those helmets can get damn expensive too, so dont screw it up.

Ryder Revolution on Jan 26 '12 at 1:19pm

haha, i know... i'm scared to mess it up