Author Topic: DIY boards/graphics (Read 168429 times)

Global Moderator · « **Reply #630 on:** July 27, 2015, 09:44:58 AM »

Another attempt at the Tim Gavin canoe graphic, circa '94. This one is a better scale and the colors are closer to the original release:

Paco Supreme · « **Reply #631 on:** July 28, 2015, 03:58:58 AM »

Any of you guys have a tip on removing top graphics without fucking up the look of the top ply? i like having a strip above the back bolts and theres some great looking stained tops but the logo is right where i put my strip

Thanks in advance

Rusty_Berrings · « **Reply #632 on:** August 03, 2015, 08:15:49 PM »

Started a new one today, Chapman wood for hella cheaps hit them up if you're thinking about making your own board. The 14" wheelbase was already drilled. 32" length, 9.25 width, 7" tail, 7.5 nose. Any reccomendations for graphics theme?

Rusty_Berrings · « **Reply #633 on:** August 03, 2015, 09:56:38 PM »

And here's the paint!

Rusty_Berrings · « **Reply #634 on:** August 09, 2015, 11:04:24 PM »

Well that one skates so well and ended up my main squeeze even though I havent gone out and you know, done a manual and bombed a hill with it, but I fell in love with it for grinds and flat so It's become my main board from here on and I decided since I got some Indy 215's that I'll do an even larger one (last one was 9.25 on Chapman wood, which I really like) so here's this so far with its widest point being over 11 inches.

Jordick · « **Reply #635 on:** August 11, 2015, 12:21:34 AM »

Quote from: Rusty_Berrings on August 09, 2015, 11:04:24 PM

Well that one skates so well and ended up my main squeeze even though I havent gone out and you know, done a manual and bombed a hill with it, but I fell in love with it for grinds and flat so It's become my main board from here on and I decided since I got some Indy 215's that I'll do an even larger one (last one was 9.25 on Chapman wood, which I really like) so here's this so far with its widest point being over 11 inches.

how much is it for an uncut chapman blank? and how do you get them?

Rusty_Berrings · « **Reply #636 on:** August 11, 2015, 01:06:47 AM »

Quote from: Jordick on August 11, 2015, 12:21:34 AM

Quote from: Rusty_Berrings on August 09, 2015, 11:04:24 PM
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Well that one skates so well and ended up my main squeeze even though I havent gone out and you know, done a manual and bombed a hill with it, but I fell in love with it for grinds and flat so It's become my main board from here on and I decided since I got some Indy 215's that I'll do an even larger one (last one was 9.25 on Chapman wood, which I really like) so here's this so far with its widest point being over 11 inches.

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how much is it for an uncut chapman blank? and how do you get them?

Oh I don't remember an exact number I just went to the site and hit em up all "Can you send me an uncut blank?" and it shipped from one state over so I can't really be too unhappy at all. The Skatepaige wood from Arkansas looks promising though. Hard to get used to balancing manuals with these wide ass setups though!

wisdom teeth · « **Reply #637 on:** August 20, 2015, 06:12:29 PM »

grip art on a krooked deck

Sk.A.T.A.N · « **Reply #638 on:** November 02, 2015, 01:07:38 PM »

Well guys, i just bought a new board but i hate the graphic. Do you think i can cover it with spray paint or do i need to sand it down?

Jordick · « **Reply #639 on:** November 02, 2015, 04:53:03 PM »

Quote from: Sk.A.T.A.N on November 02, 2015, 01:07:38 PM

Well guys, i just bought a new board but i hate the graphic. Do you think i can cover it with spray paint or do i need to sand it down?

Sand it down first

Jake From State Farm · « **Reply #640 on:** November 02, 2015, 05:02:11 PM »

Quote from: Jordick on November 02, 2015, 04:53:03 PM

Quote from: Sk.A.T.A.N on November 02, 2015, 01:07:38 PM
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Well guys, i just bought a new board but i hate the graphic. Do you think i can cover it with spray paint or do i need to sand it down?
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Sand it down first

spray over the top.

Paco Supreme · « **Reply #641 on:** November 02, 2015, 05:14:37 PM »

Quote from: Sk.A.T.A.N on November 02, 2015, 01:07:38 PM

Well guys, i just bought a new board but i hate the graphic. Do you think i can cover it with spray paint or do i need to sand it down?

I've sanded and sprayed my last couple boards and it's easier if you give it a good sand first

Sk.A.T.A.N · « **Reply #642 on:** November 03, 2015, 04:17:42 PM »

Thanks for the tips guys but i got lazy and sprayed over the top graphic. It came out decent. I'll sketch something over it tomorrow!

Paco Supreme · « **Reply #643 on:** November 03, 2015, 04:29:50 PM »

on the topic of spraying, anyone use one of those spraycan handles, thinking of getting one through work just so i can have a bit more control and stopping the orange peel effect i've been getting on some

Sk.A.T.A.N · « **Reply #644 on:** November 04, 2015, 03:26:47 PM »

It came out like this. The top ply is red so i made a little joke with the superstition thing and sketched a rabbit foot with a Bic pen. In the end i sprayed with some hair spray to hold the drawing and it made like a dye effect which i really like.

Joust Ostrich · « **Reply #645 on:** November 04, 2015, 04:37:34 PM »

I'd skate that, and I'd be happy about it. Good job.

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #646 on:** November 04, 2015, 05:40:26 PM »

Quote from: Sk.A.T.A.N on November 04, 2015, 03:26:47 PM

It came out like this. The top ply is red so i made a little joke with the superstition thing and sketched a rabbit foot with a Bic pen. In the end i sprayed with some hair spray to hold the drawing and it made like a dye effect which i really like.

Sick!

smokecrack · « **Reply #647 on:** November 05, 2015, 12:32:11 PM »

Sk.A.T.A.N., that board came out really nice. +1

is sanding the best method in removing a graphic? i know i've heard of nail polish remover and paint thinner too.

and after i paint it, what is the best top coat to use?

Sk.A.T.A.N · « **Reply #648 on:** November 05, 2015, 03:09:05 PM »

Quote from: smokecrack on November 05, 2015, 12:32:11 PM

Sk.A.T.A.N., that board came out really nice. +1

is sanding the best method in removing a graphic? i know i've heard of nail polish remover and paint thinner too.

and after i paint it, what is the best top coat to use?

Thanks for the compliments guys!

Smokecrack, like i've said i was lazy and rushed the process. I went with just a graffiti can and straight pen on it. I didnt sand the graphic or cover it with any top coat. But my main goal was just hide the old graphic. I dont know how it will hold up tho. For a legit graphic paint i would use a sandpaper, paint it and then a top coat. Paint thinner or nail polish remove sounds sketchy because i guess the glue between the wood plys would melt if you use too much no?

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #649 on:** November 06, 2015, 06:10:14 AM »

I've used goof-off graffiti remover to strip decks with no ill effects. I wouldn't let it soak in the crap, but a quick spray and a wipe is all it really takes for heat transfers.
Way faster than sanding.

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #650 on:** January 27, 2016, 05:49:50 AM »

So I got my hands on some USA 8.75 samples. What to do with a blank board?
Paint it!

I airbrushed it to get the transparent effect.

Paco Supreme · « **Reply #651 on:** January 27, 2016, 11:41:56 AM »

Really into the racing stripes, that came out looking so good

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #652 on:** January 27, 2016, 04:35:04 PM »

Thanks man! I was thinking old hotrods and old surfboards when I did it. Needs some black though, I feel. Next one!

Lion of Judah · « **Reply #653 on:** February 18, 2016, 10:14:03 PM »

If a deck is stained wood with a minimal graphic, can i remove the paint/clear coat without damaging the colored stain?

Paco Supreme · « **Reply #654 on:** February 19, 2016, 01:57:00 AM »

get a razorblade

.Lain · « **Reply #655 on:** February 19, 2016, 05:25:10 PM »

Base board is a Girl 8.0 that I hated the graphic on
Went with a theme on local businesses, and a local soda that I may as well live on
came out alright, i think?

The Woodsman · « **Reply #656 on:** February 19, 2016, 05:47:57 PM »

This is what I'm riding on currently. I think it turned out ok.

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #657 on:** February 20, 2016, 07:49:38 AM »

Acquired a big stamp, so I promptly tried to print boards with it.

Screenprint ink and airbrush.

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #658 on:** March 14, 2016, 04:09:10 PM »

Well, this was fun.

Pollock-inspired board for a friend of mine.

El Chupacabra · « **Reply #659 on:** March 15, 2016, 06:53:19 PM »

More splats!

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