Ranger Paint is a multi surface acrylic paint with a convenient dabber top for mess free application. The dabber top can also be removed and paint can be applied with a brush. Available in 13 colors plus 4 metallic shades, this all-purpose paint is great for craft projects large and small.
Today, we have Kelly, a member of our creative team running our first Product Test Drive! Shell be putting Ranger Paint Dabbers to the ultimate test and see how well this product stands up to its product claims. To do that she's taken numerous surfaces including paper, fabric, glass, and canvas to see how well Ranger Paint performs on each surface. Here are her results:
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Glass: Using store bought glass votive candleholders I painted the outside using two colors of paint. I found that taking the dabber top off and applying paint with a brush was a better choice for more opaque coverage. It took 2 coats of paint to achieve a smooth, solid color. Overall, Ranger Paint Dabbers performed great on decorative glassware.
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Canvas: Next I tested the Paint Dabbers on canvas. Using Java Bean I applied a quick base coat using the dabber top. Since the color was not as dark as I wanted I poured some onto my craft sheet and mixed in a little Black Tie. I found having the option of pouring out paint & mixing my own colors and shades helpful. Applying with a brush gave me smooth, all over coverage. I was really happy with how smooth and easy this paint went on and since its acrylic paint the dry time was also quick.
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Wood: Using the same colors I painted on the glass votives, I also applied the paint to some wooden rings. Because of the fine detail, I decided to apply to paint with a fine tip brush instead of the dabber top. I was also able to mix a custom color using Copper Metallic, Classic Cherry, Wild Orchid & Java Bean. The Ranger Paint dried smoothly and evenly on the wood rings.
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Paper: Using a large piece of kraft wrapping paper I doodled my name in black permanent marker. I decided to add some stenciled designs around my name. I selected a few coordinating colors and using the dabber top directly applied the paint through the stencil. The dabber top was a quick, mess free solution to stenciling with paint.
Ranger Paint Dabbers on 3 Dimensional Items: I purchased a few pumpkins at my local craft store. One was an unfinished paper mache pumpkin and the other was a colored shiny foam one. First, I painted the paper mache pumpkin using Metallic Copper & a brush. I found the dabber top difficult to use due to the dimension and size of the pumpkin. A brush made it easy to quickly apply a heavy coat of the paint over a large surface. Although, it did require quite a bit of paint it did cover evenly & smoothly with just one coat. The shiny coated pumpkins were a bit more difficult to paint. Again, I used the paint poured out onto the craft sheet so I could mix a custom color (this time Metallic Pearl, Glacier White, & Lemon Twist) and apply the paint with a brush. The slickness of the shiny surface plus the surface color showing through made it more difficult to get even, opaque coverage. I ended up doing two coats of paint and the drying time was quite a bit longer than on the other surfaces.
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Plastic: Using a plastic decorative plate I applied the Ranger Paint onto a stamp design using the dabber top and stamped the image around the plate. The dabber top was a great solution for applying paint onto the stamp. Because of the uneven surface, it was difficult to get a solid image. The paint is also not permanent so it can be easily chipped off. Overall, the paint was a great solution for short term decorative use but not suggested for long term wear & tear on plastic. (*Note: The plate should be used for decorative purposes only).
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Fabric: I applied the Gold Metallic Paint directly through a stencil and onto a piece of fabric. The paint went on easily and dried on the fabric quickly. You could also mix custom colors on a craft sheet & apply the paint with a Ranger Mini Ink Blending tool. The end result was a success!
Ranger Paint Dabbers on Natural Objects: I wanted to paint a pinecone solid gold. Using a paintbrush, I applied a heavy layer of the Gold Metallic Paint to the pinecone making sure to get into all the layers. The paint covered the pinecone well and I was able to achieve the gilded look I was hoping for.
The results: Ranger Paint Dabbers held up wonderfully in my Product Test Drive. Use the convenient dabber top for stenciling & stamping with paint or apply with a brush for more opaque coverage. A great solution for an all-purpose, multi surface paint, Ranger Paint Dabbers are a great staple in any creative space. The vibrant color palette is fun on its own or can be mixed to create custom colors. The possibilities are endless!
