If natural raffia stays damp, it can mildew, so hang it to air dry after your dye job (or a wet hunt). Spray paint also takes well to raffia. For a boat blind, kayak cover, shore blind, or pit lid, you'll need to build a frame first.

What kind of paint do you use on bamboo furniture?

What Paint Should I Use on Rattan or Bamboo? You can use any type of paint on rattan or bamboo, as long as you do the appropriate prep work. Chalk paint, mineral paint, milk paint, latex paint, oil paint, high-gloss lacquer, or another paint can be used, depending on the look you want to achieve.

Can you paint bamboo wood?

Colour is the quickest, and prettiest, way to gussy up furniture, and spray-paint is the best way to achieve a smooth, even finish on bamboo, cane and rattan. ... White is always a winner, especially for outdoor pieces, and soft, muted greys, blues and greens are perfect for updating bent cane and bamboo.