Sealing A Decal On A Starbucks Cup Using CRYSTALAC Brite Tone (EPOXY FREE)
Vložit
- čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
- Hello you guys.. here is an update on my how I've been sealing decals/designs on my Starbucks cups. When using permanent vinyl it is NOT necessary to seal your designs/decals. But as we know, even if the vinyl is permanent, with time, it will eventually start to come off. This is why is seal my decals using Brite Tone from the Crystalac company. Brite Tone is a non toxic, non yellowing top coat. As you know, I no longer use epoxy for safety concerns. All cups that are coated on my channel are all sealed using Brite Tone.
*THIS CUP WAS MADE FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY.. I DO NOT SELL THESE CUPS.
*** IN THE VIDEO I PUT A PICTURE OF THE SATIN Brite Tone top coat. THE ONE I USE IS THE GLOSS FINISH... SORRY!
LETS CONNECT :)
FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM:
Instagram: @melissacrafter00
melissacrafter00
JOIN ME ON TIK TOK:
Tiktok: @melissacrafter
Buy Me Coffee :) Never expected, ALWAYS appreciated!
www.paypal.com...
Shop all my Amazon Favorites on my Amazon Store Front :
www.amazon.com...
*If you are a company/business who would like to contact me about reviewing a product... please email me at melissacrafter00@gmail.com
*I do participate in various affiliate programs. Some links that I share provide me with a small commission if you make a purchase. This is at NO extra cost to you. I only recommend products I personally use.
“As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”
Materials Used:
Crystalac Tumbler Kit: thecrystalacst...
Brite Tone: thecrystalacst...
NEW CRYSTALAC GLITTER GLUE: thecrystalacst...
Polyurethane: thecrystalacst...
CraftNique DIY color pigments: thecrystalacst...
Universal White: thecrystalacst...
Cup Spinner: www.amazon.com...
www.amazon.com...
Condiment Bottles: www.amazon.com...
Weeding Tools: www.amazon.com...
Cutting Mat: www.amazon.com...
Cricut Cutting Machine: www.amazon.com...
Oh my I'm so glad your vid came up in my feed. I really wanted a non toxic alternative to epoxy. Your instructions are so so clear. Thamk you times 🤩
Thanks for this video. Because of your I'm waiting for my Brite Tone order. I need to seal a Starbucks cup I already put a decal on & wanted to seal it for long term.
you’re very welcome ☺️ ❤️
Just found your video and I’m impressed... been wanting to make cups but what hesitant because of the chemicals with epoxy... but this seems like a better option!
Aww thanks so much (: It definitely is a safer option. When I first started I dived right into it with epoxy with little research and quickly realized it wasn’t for me. So thankful for this safer alternative (:
Yes ! Same ! I got really sick with epoxy in the 3 months even touching I broke up in what seems hives . Defiantly trying this out ☺️
Thank you! I brought a cup at an artisan fair today and when I got home I noticed the vinyl had begun peeling. Now i need to seal it myself because the seller clearly didn't
This channel is so helpful, thank you so much!
You’re very welcome 😊
Omg I’m sooo happy I found this channel thanks to Facebook I’ve been on the fence about epoxy since I have small kids here but I most definitely will be getting this
Aww yay! 😊 That’s the exact same reason why I stopped using epoxy. Let me know if you have any questions once you start this journey .. I’m here to help 💙
@@MelissaCrafter definitely will thanks
thank you for taking the time to answer my question and thank you for the tips !!!
You are so very welcome 😊
I see you're just using your bare hand. How does that end up making your hand/skin feeling? Since with epoxy it leaves it really sticky and it's hard to clean off.
If the Brite Tone gets damaged from being set down so much wouldn’t it be the same if it’s being put in a cup holder constantly? I’m barely starting and looking into different sealers because I refuse to use epoxy
Good question
Hi there!!! Amazing video!!! I love to channel!! Quick question, What care instructions do you send with your cups?
Hi ... this is a care instruction template
that I got from the crystalac Facebook group. This is what I use and I add it on a card that goes with the order. Hope this helps ...
TUMBLER CARE INSTRUCTIONS
HAND WASH ONLY
DRY IMMEDIATELY
DO NOT SOAK
NOT MICROWAVE SAFE
NOT DISHWASHER SAFE
Please handle with care. Dropping this tumbler may cause it to crack.
Every effort was made to ensure this tumbler is perfect! Due to the handmade nature, minor imperfections are sometimes unavoidable.
This is a TOXIC FREE clear coat that will continue to harden over the first 30 days! Please be sure to follow all care instructions to ensure a long life for your tumbler.
Thank you for your support!
BUSINESS NAME
WEBSITE
Fully Cured: ____________________________
Melissa Crafter Thank you so much!!
What happens if you only put one coat of the Brite Tone over the vinyl? Will it still seal ok even if it’s not super shiny?
Your work is amazing
Hope to see more of these videos
They are very helpful
Definitely working on some! Thanks so much 😊
How long do you have to let it dry between coats? Thanks for the video! It was super satisfying & informative 🥰
Thanks so much ! 😊❤️ you would have to let the cup dry for a total of 4 hours. Let it spin for an hour and dry for an additional 3. Hope this helps !
4 hours? And you add 4 or 5 coats?
@@MelissaCrafter so when you apply it you let it spin a total of 4 hours, turn the Turner off and let it sit 3 hours and then take it off of the Turner and put it on a drying rack for another 7 hours!?
I love crystalac too but I hate that they can’t be soaked because the layers will begin to peel. I hate that from the point of view as a customer.
Hi Melissa!
Your videos are great! I’m learning a lot!!
Brite tone can be used in Starbucks hot cups?
Thanks in advance 🤗🤗🤗
This was very informative! Thank you! In total, how many coats of the Brite Tone should we do on Starbucks cups?
You’re welcome 😊 so I always continue coats with brite tone til I can no longer feel the decal. It depends mostly on the type of decal you apply to your cup. A cup with a single layer decal (like a name) with cover with about 5-6 coats. Decals with multiple layers will take a few more .
And you do 4 hrs for each coat?
Omg thank you!!! Also can you teach us how to do the layered SVG?!
Definitely😊 I do have a video where I show how to create a butterfly design with two layers if you want to see it but I’ll definitely do one that has more layers !
I've been trying to seal with the crystalac but It keeps looking streaky. What am I doing wrong?
Try applying thinner coats. If it looks streaky chances are your adding a bit too much .. so it’s not allowing your cup to self level
Someone just told me you can’t seal plastic that because it bends the sealing will pop off or crack. Have you ever had an issue like this!?
would i be able to do this to stop the decals from scratching off of my gfuel shakers? edit: i obviously wouldn’t be sanding it because that would make the decals scratch off.
Hi I barely started making the clear cups with simple vinyl cutouts, I tried to seal it with mod podge and it dried with lines through it. Maybe because the cup is rough? But I watched this video and it is super helpful! I am gonna buy the brite tone.
Thanks I love this I made some wondered how to seal them. Do you know if it will effect color changing cups or color changing vinyl? I seen someone do epoxy with the glitter I love this better!!
Great video!! Definitely learned a lot! especially since learning to craft personalized gifts :D
Yay ! I’m so glad 😊
Would you recommend using it on stainless steel as well?
Yes definitely! I have videos using brite tone one stainless steels 😊
@@MelissaCrafter awesome!! Thank you!
Love your video! I'm definitely going to try this! My question is, I saw in another video that using other things than food grade epoxy you need to let it cure for 28 or so days, do you need to let your cure after sealing it? I'm guessing since it's nontoxic you don't need to.... Thanks😁😁
Did you ever get an answer
Hi! Your videos are so informative! Wanted to ask; How many layers of Brite Tone do you need to apply to each cup? Glitter cups? In between glitter & vinyl?
Hello! Thanks so much 😊 for cups with just vinyl design I usually do about 5-6 coats. For glitter cups I usually do around 9-12 coats depending on the glitter type. For glitter cups I usually do glitter... 3 coats of brite tone. Sand . Two more coats of brite tone. Sand. Then I add my decals. Then continue coating until the cup is smooth. Sanding after every 3 coats. I hope this helps!
Why does it take so many coats?
Thank you so much for making this video. Do you put a layer of Britetone before adding the vinyl? Or do you first put the vinyl then start coating?
You’re very welcome ☺️ yes I now put a coat of brite tone first. Just to set a good foundation for the next brite tone coat to adhere well too .
@@MelissaCrafter I did the same but the Britetone peeling off when I was removing the transfer tape.
Make sure your transfer tape is not too sticky. Stick it to a towel a few times before using it . That way it doesn’t pull off your previous coat of brite tone.
@@MelissaCrafter thanks for the tip!!
Thank you for such simple and clean instructions!
You're very welcome!
Thank you for this! Great video and very informative! How long do you let the tumbler with brite tone spin? And I'm sorry but I didn't catch how many layers you put? Thanks again!
Have you had luck w anything yet
@@imeffinshort1 I was so busy with the holidays that I told myself I would attempt these after and I still haven't! Thank you for the reminder! How many layers do you usually put? Thanks!
@@ValYo0623 I have never done this before! I just recently got an epoxy resin kit that came with a tumbler and a few plastic cups. I sealed the plastic cup and on the last coat after about an hour it looked like there was streaks on it like brush strokes. On a few Cricut Facebook groups I follow I was told never use epoxy on plastic cups. Then I also was told if you use anything to seal plastic cups when the cup bends the seal will crack or break. The plastic cup I sealed is on the drying rack right now and I was going to see how the cup did on Sunday since that will be a full 72 hours.
@@imeffinshort1 Ohhhh, ok! Let us know how it turns out! Good luck 🤞🏼
Love your video! Question: Have you tried sealing your cups with polycrylic? If so, would you recommend it?
Thanks so much. Polycyclic is very low in solids. Making it almost impossible to build up a gloss .
Thank for this video. I was wanting to ask is it safe to submerge in dish water or dish washer
I just got mine in the mail last week and used it today and it works amazing! I love this clear coat . It all evened our so well❤️ ... I just had one question... is it mouth safe once it’s dried and cured?
Im so glad you loved it! So it is non toxic.. its FDA compliant and food safe once dried :)
Melissa Crafter awesome! Even better lol. Thank u so much again for all the info.
How has it been doing!? Someone just told me that anything you use to seal a cup with will pop off and crack
Thank you for this very helpful video! My daughter just got a layered vinyl starbucks cup for Christmas and it's already peeling up! Is it possible to only seal on top of the vinyl design? We obviously don't have a cup turner. Thanks for any suggestions! :)
Yes you definitely could. if you don't have a turner you can do super thin coats and you should be okay. add coats until you can no longer feel the vinyl. usually about 5-7 coats
This was so helpful thank you so much ! I been using polycrylic for a week but this looks way better an safe ! How long dose it take to seal ? Don’t want to send a sticky cup to my customers 😅
You’re very welcome! So glad I was able to help. It can take me anywhere from 3-5 days to make a cup. After the cup is complete.. allow the cup to sit for about 5-7 days. Then you can ship the cup 😊
How do you recommend caring for the cups that have crystalac? Washing instructions?
Here is what I include in my cup care cards...
TUMBLER CARE INSTRUCTIONS
HAND WASH ONLY
DRY IMMEDIATELY
DO NOT SOAK
NOT MICROWAVE SAFE
NOT DISHWASHER SAFE
Please handle with care. Dropping this tumbler may cause it to crack.
Every effort was made to ensure this tumbler is perfect! Due to the handmade nature, minor imperfections are sometimes unavoidable.
This is a TOXIC FREE clear coat that will continue to harden over the first 30 days! Please be sure to follow all care instructions to ensure a long life for your tumbler.
Thank you for your support!
BUSINESS NAME
WEBSITE
Fully Cured: ____________________________
Melissa Crafter thank you
Thank you for this video! How long do you wait between each coating?
Hello & you're very welcome. I let the cup spin for an hour and then dry for an additional 3. Totaling 4 hours of dry time in between each coat.
you are godsend !! thankyou so much 💞
Hello. How do you make your stitch decal? I'm new at this and it just looks AMAZING 😍
I was looking for clear but this is actually frosted. Great job anyway.
Is there any mixing with this like the epoxy? And can u put this on mug? And is it food safe? So so many questions newby
Hello.. so no there’s no mixing . It comes mixed already. You can definitely put it on a mug. After doing research and contacting the company directly I was told crystalac is food safe. The FDA does not regulate or test these types of coatings. They do have recommendations which all of their products are well within to be considered food safe. Hope this helps (:
Hi, thanks for this helpful video. I saw online Clear satin and clear gloss, any suggestion or could you explain or show differences to this kind of project using satin or gloss?
You’re welcome 😊 so the difference is in the sheen. Depends on the finish you want. Gloss is the shiniest, matte is more flat, and satin is in between. Most prefer gloss for their cups because of the high shine. Hope this helps 😊
@@MelissaCrafter Thanks a lot :)
If I get streaks on the cup, does that mean I’m not adding enough brite tone? Love your channel! Btw
Thanks so much 😊 so if you get streaks it means some parts are drying faster than others. It could be your adding too much or too little & over working your cup. Your coats should be thin and applied quickly. It takes me under a minute to add a coat.. just making sure your cup is fully coated . You will be sure of this if your finger glides on the cup with no stopping. The cup will then self level .
Melissa Crafter thank you! I think I wasn’t adding enough. I was afraid of adding too much since it’s thin coats. The first cup was mine, so it’s okay. Hopefully, my next one will be better. Thank you so much again!
I’m having that problem right now and my second coat is dried should I sand it down will that help the streaks ? Or is my cup done for ?😩 please help
Your video was very helpful. ...one question: Do you lightly sand the cups before placing the vinyl or brite tone?
Thanks so much :) so yes lightly sand your cup with 400 grit sanding paper... wash.. dry then apply your vinyl design and then start coating with Brite Tone :)
Hello, do you have to prep the cup by sanding like when using epoxy as well? Also does the Brite Tone come in liquid form in the tub?
Yes sanding is recommended! Just a light sand with 400 grit sanding. & yes the brite tone cones in liquid form in a tub 😊
Thank you for sharing. I do have a question.. why are you using you hand and not a paint brush?
Hello thank you for the video super helpful if I were to sell my cup with brite tone should I wait the 30 days to ship out or can I give sooner?
The cup is okay for used after 5-7 days so that’s when I ship mine. I just wrap it in parchment paper first and the bubble wrap when shipping
Do you think this would work with clear skinny acrylic double walled tumblers?
It definitely will! 😊
Melissa Crafter thank you 🙏🏼 just to make sure I asked correctly. I don’t use glitter only vinyl on my acrylic cups. So it will work and look nice do you think?
Yes ! It will protect your vinyl decals & add a glossy finish 😊
@@MelissaCrafter thank you for your time :)
I love your channel. Thank you so much for sharing. How many coats of brite tone will I need before adding a water slide to my Starbucks cup? (No glitter)
Have you done this and had any luck? I was just told that anything you put on a plastic cup to seal will crack and come off
@@imeffinshort1 Hi! I did use the brite tone before adding the water slide. I can’t remember now at this point the process because I only tried it once. I did seal it after with the brite tone as well and gave as a gift. I haven’t heard that anything so far has been wrong with the cup. Hope that helps 😊
Thank you for sharing! I am just starting with Crystalac. Will the crystalac ever crack?
If proper care instructions are followed.. no 😊
How soon after sealing with brite tone can you drink from the cup? I sealed a cup about 2 weeks ago and I tasted chemicals when I drank from my cup :(
After 5-7 days the cups are okay for light use. The brite tone should only be added to the outside of your cup. I’m not so sure how you tasted chemicals . Maybe you mean smelled like chemicals? I’ve used a cup 5 days after my last coat and there isn’t a smell to it anymore at that point.
me encanta tu video, soy de chile. aqui no venden ese producto para sellar pero si venden barniz cristal, crees que con eso lo puedo reemplazar? THAKS, XOXO.
Can you still sand and fix the cup after the fourth coat when the cup has holes all over? I’m working on two cups now and after looking closely I realize the spots I’m seeing all over are Holes 🥲
If anyone is wondering, I was able to fix it! It’s so true that brite tone is forgiving.... I was sweating it 😅
Sorry for the late reply! Im so glad you were able to fix it! Brite tone is definitely very forgiving. A quick sand can get rid of any imperfections. The holes you mentioned sound like something people call orange peel. It resembles an actual orange peel with kind of inward holes everywhere. This tends to happen when the previous BT coat is too thick or it doesn't have enough dry time in between coats. hope this helps :) if you ever have any other question you can always message me on instagram. I can reply faster there since notifications come directly to my phone. My instagram is Melissacrafer00
@@MelissaCrafter yes that’s exactly what it looked like! That’s interesting! Thank you so much!! I appreciate it 💖🙏🏼
New subscriber! your video is so helpful. Thank you!
Thanks so much 🥰
Hi quick question, once you open the product does it dry inside the bottle you use to pour out the brite tone. Thanks love the videos.
Aww thanks 😊 so no it doesn’t dry out . As long as you seal after ever use !
I’m not a crafter myself but is this helpful for cracked cups? Looking for ways to repair my custom cup, like the one you were just working on
Hi! using this product, would you recommend hand wash only or is it dishwasher safe?
Thank you so much for this 💗
Im having problems getting the crystalac adhering to the Starbucks logo. it seems to repel it.
Have you tried the gloss version to brite tone? I see you’re using the satin. Is there a difference between the two?
Hello.. so I accidentally put a picture of the satin one instead of the gloss one. I was actually using the gloss one. I always want a glossy finish on my cups so I’ve only purchased the gloss one.
Could you apply by hand if you dont have a spinner? And how do you know when you have enough coats?
Ive never tried coating a cup without a spinner. I think the only way it would work without a spinner is if your coats are super super thin... that way its not dripping.
You know you have enough coats when you no longer feel your vinyl design and you are satisfied with your gloss finish :)
Beginner here! Do you prefer using your finger to apply or what of brush would you recommend for this application too?
I personally like to use my finger. Doing so helps me not miss any spots 😊
i recently bought a starbucks cup with a decal and 2 days later it has started to lift. any ideas on what i could do to fix it?
Was the cup sealed with a gloss on top of the decal or it just had a decal?
Hi, I’m new to this! I was wondering what size of BriteTone you buy and about how many cups does it coat? I want to buy it but idk if it will be worth the investment
I have the gallon. Here is a guide that I pulled off the company’s Facebook group that explains the container size along with the amount of cups you can achieve with each container size . Of course it also depends on what types of cups your making since some cups take more coats than others but this gives you an idea.
8oz container: 6 cups..cost per cup $3.67/cup
Pint: 12 cups.. $2.92/cup
Quart: 24 cups..$2.06/cup
Gallon: 95 cups $1.33/cup (best value)
Melissa Crafter thank you so much!!
I love your videos!!!!
Thank you for these videos.
Question how do you layer your vinyl so perfectly!?
Thanks SO MUCH 😊 so with layered decals I make sure that I have a whole base layer of the whole decal that will be at the very bottom. This ensure that the rest of the pieces lay flat on something. I hope this makes sense. I’ll do a video on it to show you what I mean . It’s super easy!
@@MelissaCrafter yes that does make sense! You are amazing! Definitely my favorite to watch!!!!
Thanksss 🥰
I have another question. Have you had any issues with this product peeling off of the cup.
I haven’t. What was your cup process?
Do you have a video showing how you set up the decal in your computer so it cuts out with your machine?
I have a video creating a butterfly design that may help . czcams.com/video/HPx41kbRF8g/video.html
Does this brite tone get those lil air bubbles like epoxy where you have to have a heat gun to get rid of the bubbles also??
A price vid with different designs!!!
Can I use mod podge waterproof instead?
Although the gloss won’t be the same ... you can.
hi just started doing Starbuck cups . I'm doing tweety bird what are the measurements of that Stitch. thank you
How many coats do you do when it’s just the decals?
Single layer decals can take anywhere from 4-6 coats . If you have a multilayered decal like the one in this video.. your looking at maybe 7-9 coats . It also depends on the type of vinyl you use. Some are thicker than others. For example... holographic vinyl is thicker than a permanent vinyl. Also different vinyl brands can have thicker or thinner vinyls. It also depends on the the glossy finish you want on your cup. It’s definitely a preference thing. More coats means more gloss. Sometimes I add a couple coats just for decal protection & sometimes I coat until my cup has a nice smooth glossy finish (: hope this helps !
Will the decal ever be smooth and 100% under the poly or will you still feel the edges? I'd done 4 layers and it's still very rigid. Just want to make sure I'm not doing something wrong.
I used Brite Tone.... depending on the gloss finish you are going for, you can continue to coat until you no longer feel the decal. I usually coat until I can no longer feel the decal and the cup is 100% smooth. if you are feeling the edges you can try lightly spot sanding with 400 grit sanding paper. Run your finger through the cup and sand where ever you feel the decal . Hope this helps :)
Hello. I love your videos. I have a question though. I’ve been reading that crystalac shouldn’t be applied to these cups because it will crack. Is it true? I wanted to seal a cup but now I’m scared to.
Hello & thanks so much 🥰
As long as the plastic is rigid then the cup should be fine. These Starbucks cups are rigid plastic & ive done many. I’ve never experience any cracking.
Beautiful!!!i wanted to know where do you find the colors to make the lilo the 3 different blues because I have purple
mycraftsource.com/hd-glossy/
They have the cheapest vinyl I’ve found 😊 & they ship the same day you order. .55cents for 12x12 sheets & $2.50 for 12x5 ft rolls. Be sure to create an account with them & the price drops a little more 😊
best method to apply? i feel like my finger leaves streaks.. any help with that id appreciate it.. tia!!
Why did the brite tone start to crack and peel after just two uses. Hopefully you can help.
Did you sand in the prep process? Meaning before you added brite tone or decals.
Can we use these on regular stainless steel tumblers?
Wondering how the cups do after they sweat from cold drinks ??
They hold up well. I always add extra ice to mine and I’ve never had a problem
Melissa Crafter you’re awesome thanks 😊
Hi Melissa! what's the name of this font? where can I get it? my daughters name is Vanessa and I loveeeeee how it looks written here. thanks in advance
Hello.. the font is called “Garden Grown” and you can find it at dafont.com (:
My BT started lifting at the bottom when I stopped it at the bottom line. Anything I can do to prevent this? Thanks for your help.
Thank you for videos!! When you prep the Starbucks cup using the sandpaper does it show rough spots from the sandpaper? Also if I am sealing a cup which is only a single layered design about how many layers would I need to use of the BT?
If you use 400 grit or higher you won’t be able to tell once you add brite tone. If your doing a single layer design it would probably take 4-5 coats of brite tone to seal. Hope this helps (:
Melissa Crafter how do you prep the cup?
hi i have a few questions... the sealer that your using does it already come in liquid form? I also wanted to ask you being that you're using your finger does it dry with streaks or will it even out while drying
Hi. Yes the sealant comes ready to use. Each coat is applied thin and it will self level and smoothen out.
Thank you for the video 🥰 I wonder if this will work in the wine glasses too? Thanks
You're very welcome! :) yes it definitely would. Im working on a video using a wine glass. Stay tuned!
@@MelissaCrafter hello! Why is my Brite tone beading up on my vinyl? Is there a way to prevent that?
Thank you for the video . Question so do you add a thin coat of brite tone before applying the vinyl ?
No . I sand it lightly with 400 grit paper around the logos . Wash with soap.. clean with alcohol wipe . Add my design & then start coating. Hope this helps (:
Melissa Crafter thank you 😊
Thank you !
How many days for a fully cured cup to be able to use?.. hpw long wit it last before it start to lift n come off?
How many days till I can ship it? Will it be ok in the shipping box with paper ? 😊
Great video. I followed your link for the brite tone. Do you know what is the difference between the Brite tone and the "Extreme Protection Polyurethane" with the blue label?
Thanks SO MUCH :) so brite tone is higher in solids so you can build up a gloss faster with Brite Tone. The blue label Extreme Protection Polyurethane is also good but its lower in solids so you will still have to end with Brite Tone to achieve a glossy finish. A lot of people start off with Extreme protection to glitter or to start building up their gloss and then do their last couple coats with brite tone. They do this since the Extreme Protection is cheaper than Brite Tone . Hope this helps (:
What kind of spinners are those? Thank you for the tips
Hi, So I made my 1st cup with Brite tone and there is streaks 😔any tips on how to avoid the streaks? TIA
By the way thank you for this video!
I love your cups especially the name Vanessa 😁
It's better using Epoxy resin :) it's more efficient than Brite tone and leaves no streaks if applied well.
Hello 😊 & thanks so much ! so to avoid streaks you want to have thinner coats. If you have streaks that means some parts dried before others . Quickly add a thin coat & walk away from the cup. Don’t over work the cup. That should help with streaks .
When you sand your cup do you apply vinyl first then sand? Also, what is the specific sandpaper you recommend?
I sand the cup first . With 600 grit sanding paper. Around the logos . Then wash & apply decals. After the designs I start coating with brite tone. I’m editing a video now on prepping Starbucks cups. Should be up in the next couple days 😊
What’s the difference between each one of the products?
I applied my vinyl decal to my tumbler without sanding it. Do you have any tips if I want to seal it now with Brite tone? :) thanks for these helpful videos!
I’ve done a few without sanding either . I haven’t seen any issues with them . The sanding just help the brite tone bond to the plastic better. Just start coating it . Make your first coat is super thin . And the rest of your coats thin also . Hope this helps (:
Melissa Crafter thanks for the help! :)
Question do we have to seal it or can we just leave it with just vinyl ?
If you use permanent vinyl you can leave it as is. The vinyl is supposed to be permanent. I do leave some cups without sealing . For cups where I want extra protection.. I add brite tone 😊
Thank you 😊
I have to ask! Does this work also for the acrylic tumblers?
Hi Melissa how do you prevent streaking on the cups? How do you get them to look so smooth?
Hello ... thin coats is key to not having streaks on your cup. If your coats are too thick it doesn’t allow your cup to self level and it dries unevenly. If your coats are thin , after a couple minutes of spinning, the brite tone self levels... this gives off a smooth finish after each coat. Hope this helps (:
Does this keep your cup matte enough or does it make it glossy?
This is great! I’ve been looking for a sealer for a transfer that I put on a glass top on a patio table. The table is under a terrace but I think that is going to peel. How does this work o. Glass? As a sealer? I was thinking of using epoxy.
Thank you 😊 It works great on glass. I’ve never used it on a glass table but I have used it on glass cups 😊
Like epoxy, can you mix brite tone with glitter to give it that effect? Or do you have to apply glitter separately?
It would have to be added separate unless its micro fine glitter.
Do you need to sand the Starbucks cups first before adding on decals or the Brite tone?? Or you don’t have to sand them??
Some people experience peeling so I recommend prepping the cup by sanding with a high grit sanding paper (400 grit) around the logos .. washing and drying . Then add your design & coating with brite tone.
Hiii I have a question so I have a cup ready with vinyl I did not sand it before putting vinyl is that fine ? Before I put the brite tone