Safe paint for self made viv background

[Bulldog+ChamMum]

Hi,
I have just upgraded my chameleons screen Vivarium to a bigger size and due to ready made backgrounds being so expensive we have researched how to make our own.
The problem I’m having is what safe paints I can use to paint it that wont be toxic and will also be safe for misting!!
We have MDF and expanding foam for the effect which many sites have said are safe. Again it’s just the paint.
I’m from the Uk so any information on safe UK brands would be helpful.
Thanks

 

[Klyde O'Scope]

IDK what brands are available in the UK, but there's a decent reptile forum there.
https://www.reptileforums.co.uk/

Aside from that...
reptile safe paint
(Read a few)

I would seal the MDF with a few coats of urethane before painting. That's probably going to be the weak point. That stuff and moisture/water do not get along.

 

[Gingero]

I used Flex Seal and haven't had any issues.

 

[Tony_S]

I used Flex Seal and haven't had any issues.

What no video??? I love all your videos.

 

[Bulldog+ChamMum]

I used Flex Seal and haven't had any issues.

And is that just to be sprayed over any water based paint?

 

[Klyde O'Scope]

And is that just to be sprayed over any water based paint?

I would think under the paint.

https://www.flexsealproducts.com/blog/faq-items/q-colors-flex-seal-come-2/
Flex Seal® comes in Black, Clear, White, Brite (bright white), Gray, Red, Yellow, Terra-Cotta, Blue, Green, Almond and Brown. Once dry, Flex Seal® can be easily painted any color.

But I haven't used it yet—thinking about it though...

 

[Beman]

I would use flex seal for the paint. you have to still let it gas off for about 48 hours but it works really well. But it is a liquid rubber. They make it in a spray or a paint on version. I believe colors are limited to clear, white, and black. But this has been successfully used in many enclosures without deterioration.

 

[Gingero]

You can use the clear Flex Seal on top of regular paint or use the Flex Seal colors as is. They also have colors like red, green, blue, brown, etc.