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Angelus Metallic Silver Paint

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Angelus Metallic Silver is a technical acrylic coating developed for projects that require a high-luster finish without sacrificing the structural integrity of the leather. While typical metallic paints often dry brittle, this water-based formula is engineered to remain pliable, allowing the silver pigment to move in sync with the natural expansion and contraction of footwear. This flexibility ensures that the metallic finish remains intact across high-flex points like the toe box, preventing the cracking or delamination that occurs with inferior products.

A successful application begins with a thorough deglazing to strip the factory finish, providing a clean surface for the metallic resin to anchor to. Building the color through multiple thin, translucent layers allows the silver flakes to settle evenly, resulting in a smooth, factory-quality appearance free of brush marks. Once the 24-hour curing cycle is complete, the paint creates a waterproof, industrial-strength shield that protects against moisture, salt, and abrasive scuffing.

Formula: Water-based metallic acrylic polymer optimized for permanent adhesion and high-flex movement.

Application: Compatible with detail brushes and sponges; for airbrushing, a 0.5mm nozzle or thinning with 2-Thin is recommended.

Coverage: High-density metallic silver loading provides excellent light reflection and opacity on both light and dark leather.

Durability: Formulated to resist oxidation, water damage, and fading even under heavy daily use.

Sizes: Available in 1 oz, 4 oz, Pint, and Quart bottles to accommodate everything from detail work to bulk production.

PAINTING LEATHER

1. Prepare leather surfaces using 3-5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer using our applicators, cotton balls, or a rag. (acetone can also be used).

2. Wait for leather to dry a few minutes. When dry, wipe with microfiber cloth to remove any remaining dust particles.

3. Apply Angelus Paint with paint brush, airbrush (at least 0.35mm nozzle) or sponge. Apply 3-5 coats or until desired coverage has been reached. Less coats can be used for line work and detail work.

Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

4. Allow to dry for at least 24 hours before allowing paint to bend or flex. Be careful of flying lint or debris getting on the shoe to avoid imperfections. Longer curing time ensures better durability.

5. To add extra protection or customize the finish, apply Angelus 4-Coat Clear Coat in Flat, Satin, Glossy, or Matte. Use 1-2 layers for the best results. 1-2 layers on top.

PAINTING CANVAS/DENIM - SHOES, CLOTHING, AND MORE

1. Prep by cleaning the surface with a cleaning product like our Angelus Easy Cleaner Kit. It is necessary to get out all the oils and dirt that may be sitting in or on the canvas. 

2. Make sure there is adequate dry time and that you wipe off and get all the cleaner out.

3. (Optional) If you want to make the paint soak in and not be as rubbery textured on canvas we suggest using our product 2-Soft mixed with our paint. You can paint Angelus paint directly on canvas without it but it just will feel more like a screen print then part of the shoe. When using 2-Soft you must heat set.

4. Paint with 3-5 light layers of Angelus Paint. Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

5. Leave to dry. 

(Optional) No additional protection is really needed as the paint has soaked into the canvas. If you want to change the sheen to a matte or glossy look instead we do suggest our 4-Coat Clear Coat.

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WORKS GREAT ON

Angelus paint can be used on countless materials making it perfect to customize almost all of your favorite items.

Leather

Shoes, Bags, Furniture, & more.

Canvas

Jackets, Shoes, Bags, & more.

Wood

Skateboards, Guitars, & more.

Plastic

Headset, Cups, & more.

Denim

Jackets, Pants, Shorts, & more.

Metal

Flasks, Moto Tanks, & more.

Don't Forget

Tips on how to get the most out of our paint. Prep and additives are the most important part to make your work durable and long lasting.

Prep for Leather

Always remove the factory finish before painting (on leather and most non-fabric materials) by doing 3-5 passes with Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer.

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Paint on Fabrics

Mix Angelus Paint with 2-Soft to keep painted fabrics soft and more laundrable. Perfect for painting on fabric shoes, jackets, hoodies, and so much more!

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Paint on Plastic

Mix Angelus Paints with 2-Hard to paint hard surfaces such as plastic and metal. Perfect for painting the plastic on shoes, water bottles, flasks, and more!

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Finish Strong

Use our all new 4-Coat Finishers to change the sheen of your artwork, as well as protect your work with these urethane-based finishers. Available in 4 sheens.

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Airbrushable

Use Angelus Paint straight out of the bottle in our Airbrush (or any airbrush with a .5mm or bigger nozzle). To thin our paint, use 2-Thin. TIP: Use a strainer.

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Why Choose Us

A vintage black-and-white photograph of Angelus Shoe Polish owners standing proudly in front of an early 20th-century 'Shoes Shined' storefront, representing the long-standing heritage of Angelus shoe care.

5th Generation Family Owned Since 1907

A smiling sneaker customizer in an Angelus workshop holding a pair of vibrant, hand-painted custom sneakers. In the background, a professional wall display features a full spectrum of Angelus Leather Paint bottles.

Trusted by artists and professionals worldwide

A detailed close-up of the 'Prep, Paint, Finish' process. A creator wearing black gloves uses a fine-detail brush to apply vibrant red Angelus Leather Paint to the textured leather panel of a grey and white sneaker.

Professional results made simple

Crafted for Creators

Premium Quality: Professional-grade formulas developed by artists, for artists
Heritage: 50+ years of innovation in custom finishes
Sustainability: Non-toxic, water-based formulas safe for you and the planet

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Thomas L. (Lake Saint Louis, US)
Just another great color and product!

Great color, another great product by Angelus!

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Anonymous (Cranston, US)
Great

I've only ever used angelus leather paint and It makes me as a mediocre painter seem like a good painter

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Ana B. (Alexandria, US)
el pigmento no es el mejor

La mayoria de las pinturas que compre el pigmento no es el mejor, necesitas dar muchas capas para obtener el tono deseado.

Hola. Al aplicarlo sobre tela, sin duda necesitarás usar más pigmento, ya que la tela lo absorbe casi de inmediato. A mucha gente le gusta aplicar primero una base blanca, dejarla secar y luego realizar el diseño sobre ella; esto ayuda a evitar que el pigmento penetre en la tela demasiado rápido. ¡Espero que esto te sirva de ayuda!
Hi there, when applying to fabric, you'll definitely need to apply more pigments because the fabric saturates it almost immediately. Many like to use a base of a white, let it dry, then apply the art onto that. This helps the pigment from saturating into the fabric too fast. Hope this helps!

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Lori C. (Chincoteague, US)
Silver leather paint

Beautiful silver paint... exactly what I was looking for!

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Gina M.J. (Nashville, US)
Used on my motorcycle gear and everyone loves

Used on my motorcycle gear and everyone loves it!

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Madison M. (Lithonia, US)
A go to product!

This has become a staple color for me! It is beautiful! It is reliable. Can be used in a variety of ways. Love it!

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Willie D. (Atlanta, US)
Only the Best

These are the Only Paints I use for customs. Easily application and smooth overall coverage. I love that you can mix multiple paints to dial in that perfect hue.

Thank you for being our valued customer, Willie! We are so happy we metyour expectations.

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Anonymous (Phoenix, US)
Amazing paint

I’m very happy for my order, I have buy 12 paint and they are really good, and look amazing. Thank you I will buy again

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Madison M. (Philadelphia, US)
Great match for my chipped chrome 6s midsoles

Great match for my chipped chrome 6s midsoles. Thank you angelus!!

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Brock E. (Milford, US)
Excellent silver paint for leather

I mixed this with neutral antique and it did an excellent job highlighting my tooling

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Leah M. (New Haven, US)
Great Paint

Went on nice and dried metallic. Overall great paint.

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Charity H. (Pine Bluffs, US)
Great product

Great product . Shipping is not the best and the communication from the reps

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christine f. (Middletown, US)

The silver looks amazing on my statue

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Michael L. (Milwaukee, US)
Looked great applied on black

Looked great applied on black leather

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Autumn N. (Tampa, US)
Color isn’t as described

The color isn’t silver. It’s too white. It’s more like white metallic.

You may just need more layers! The metallic paints are more translucent than our standard line. If you have any questions, please reach out to us! info@angelusdirect.com

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Anonymous
Very high quality

Very high quality, will definitely recommend!

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Sherrie B. (Oxford Junction, US)

It worked great on the suede hats I painted

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Cynthia (Albuquerque, US)
good color and

good color and coverage

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Anonymous (Paju-si, KR)
만족합니다

만족합니다.

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Marcus (Denver, US)
Great product from a reliable supplier

Great product from a reliable supplier. You cannot go wrong with Angelus.This Silver has a more subtle and pearl light gray finish to it.

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Craig J.0. (Berlin, US)

The paints are perfect. They were the color of the pictures when I received them and applied them to my customized sneakers. I am very happy with the products. I look forward to getting more.

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Anna C. (Los Angeles, US)

I love working with metallic colors.

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Scott

I'm always happy with their products.And with their service. This is why I keep coming back.

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FERNANDO R. (Monroe, US)
Good

Perfect

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Shawn O. (Oakland, US)
In love

I’m totally in love with those colors

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Anonymous (Rialto, US)
Great quality paint

This paint is the best! Only paint I use on my customs.

Yasssss, that's what we love to hear!

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Alicia S. (Singapore, SG)
Very good

Love the colour, will buy again