What's the best heat resistant arts/crafts paint?

Question

I have a ceramic oil warmer/light that uses a 25 watt bulb and want to paint a custom design on it. I have acrylic craft paint but am worried about it''s long term heat resistance. Can anyone recommend the best type of paint to use for this type of project. I will be displaying the finished product in a business and want to make sure it doesn't crack or bubble over time due to the heat exposure...

Answer 1

Some Krylon paints  are very heat resistant.

Answer 2

I'm not exactly sure what an oil warmer/light is, but acrylic paints are quite heat resistant at lower temps... and a 25 watt bulb wouldn't make much heat at all.  I know that acrylic paints (and sealers) can be intentionally baked at 250 degrees F for at least 15 min with no damage, and I assume the heat generated by your warmer would be much less.

As for cracking, acrylic paints are basically vinyl and will stretch a bit after drying so should take any expansion well, I'd assume.

Diane B.