Angelus Neon Tropic Sun Yellow Paint

Angelus Neon Tropic Sun Yellow is a neon acrylic leather paint in a bright neon yellow that lights up under a black light. It's made for custom sneakers and projects that need a bold pop of color, and it's water-based and flexible once dry.

Choose 1 oz., 4 oz., pint, or quart. We've made Angelus products in Los Angeles since 1907.

Works on

• Leather shoes, bags, and furniture
• Canvas and denim (add Angelus 2-Soft for a softer feel)
• Wood
• Plastic and metal, mixed with Angelus 2-Hard

Before and after you paint

On leather, take off the factory finish first with 3 to 5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer. When you're done, seal it with Angelus 4-Coat for protection and the sheen you want.

Pro-grade paint, made easy for first-timers

• Angelus is the go-to paint for first-time customizers, and it's the same professional-grade paint fashion, footwear, and entertainment companies use to make costumes, exclusive pieces, and finished products. You get commercial-grade quality at everyday prices.
• Thin coats go on smooth, and the color builds with each one.
• Want to warm up first? Try a few strokes on the Angelus Leather Test Swatch, real leather with a smooth side and a suede side.
• You can always adjust. Dried paint comes off with Deglazer, or you can simply paint over it, so you can keep going until you love it.
• Free step-by-step tutorials on our YouTube channel and material guide walk you through it. Not sure about a color? Check the Color Chart.

What customers say

“Great, punchy yellow. Covers well after a couple of coats.”

★★★★★ Steven L., Loves Park, IL

“Amazing finishing color. Neon brightness is still noticeable after multi-layers of protective coats and dullers.”

★★★★★ Aaron B., Richmond, CA

Pairs with

Get all 12 colors in the Angelus Neon Color Kit.

Common questions

Does Tropic Sun Yellow glow under a black light?

Yes. Like other neon paints, it lights up under a black light, but it doesn't store light or glow in the dark once the black light is off. For paint that glows on its own in the dark, use Angelus Green Glow.

Why does Tropic Sun Yellow look see-through on dark leather?

Neon paints are naturally more translucent, so lay down a base coat of Angelus White or a similar color first for the brightest result.

Can you airbrush Angelus Neon Tropic Sun Yellow?

Yes. Use an airbrush with at least a 0.35mm nozzle, and thin the paint with Angelus 2-Thin if you need it to flow more easily.

How much paint do I need?

A 1 oz. bottle usually covers 2 to 3 pairs of shoes completely. For a leather chair, plan on about a pint to a quart, and for a full couch, a quart or two.