Scarlet Red Acrylic Paint for Polystyrene

The safe choice for polystyrene (EPS/XPS, Styrofoam).

This water-based acrylic paint does not attack or deform polystyrene, adheres very well, and dries quickly—perfect for models, dioramas, signs, and decoration.

Its satin finish enhances the color without harsh reflections and hides minor surface imperfections.

Why you’ll love it:

• Polystyrene-friendly: water-based formula, no harsh solvents; won’t “eat” or melt the material.
• Fast drying: work in layers in minutes and progress your projects without waiting.
• Intense, even color: vibrant color with excellent opacity.
• Satin finish: elegant look, easy to clean, less glare than glossy, more vibrancy than matte.
• Versatile: works great on polystyrene and also paper, cardboard, wood, plaster, fabric, stone, and primed surfaces.

Made with acrylic resin in aqueous emulsion.

Dries by water evaporation, forming a durable, flexible plastic film.

Can be diluted and cleaned with water (before drying), low odor, allows glazing or impasto effects depending on amount applied.

Satin finish provides medium, controlled sheen:

• Visual benefits: keeps color vibrant and smooths marks or pores of polystyrene without harsh reflections.
• Practical benefits: more washable and durable than matte, without specular glare of glossy.

Touch: smooth, silky surface, not sticky.

How to use on polystyrene:

1. Clean dust from the material. For very smooth pieces, lightly sand with fine grit.

2. First thin coat: apply with soft brush or foam roller. Let dry.

3. Subsequent coats: two or three thin layers cover better than one thick.

4. Dilute for glazing effects (a few drops of water). For sharp edges, use undiluted.

5. Optional sealing: for heavily handled pieces, finish with water-based satin acrylic varnish.

Technical sheet:

• Type: water-based acrylic paint
• Finish: satin (medium sheen; silky look, good washability)
• Color: Scarlet Red
• Format: 75 ml (tube)
• Application: brush, foam roller, or sponge
• Dilution/Cleaning: water (before drying)
• Surfaces: polystyrene (EPS/XPS), paper, cardboard, wood, plaster, fabric, stone; metal/plastic
• Odor: low
• Use: crafts, models, customization, and decoration
• Safety: free from harsh solvents; do not ingest