How to Guide for Custom Stencils
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If you are using your custom lettering stencil on outdoor surfaces, concrete floors or other high traffic areas, we suggest using a little more spray adhesive and using it more often. If the surface is porous or dirty the tack level will need to be greater. In this case you will want to make sure the stencil is securely stuck to the surface as different sprays, marking inks and rollers can produce different results. Please practice first!
Always ask yourself, what paint will you be using?
Every paint has specific instructions on how to use it, what surfaces it can be used on, drying time and clean up. Please carefully read these instructions and if possible, practice using this paint on the type of surface you will be painting.
- If using spray paint, do not hold the can too close to the stencil. Paint can build up on the edges and run underneath the stencil. Practice holding the can 8-10 inches or more away from the stencil and gently waving the spray side to side. We have found this technique gives the most control over how much paint is applied an allows a gradual build up of color.
- If using liquid paint and a roller, we suggest high-density foam rollers. These high-density foam rollers are designed to apply less paint and not “load” on the paint like a traditional nap roller would. Remember, if you are painting a surface and want to COVER it with paint, use a nap roller. If you adding paint through a stencil, use a high-density foam roller.
- If using dry-solid stencil paint you will need a stencil brush. There are separate instructions that come with dry-solid stencil paints that should be followed. These include wiping away the skin coating on the surface of the paint, wiping off excess paint and drying time for various surfaces.
- If using marking inks and ink rollers, please follow the instructions on the ink or ink roller package.
- Using ink pads. Using Ink pads with our high-density foam rollers is a great way to control how much ink and color you apply to a surface. Roll the foam roller several times across the ink pad and then roll onto a paper towel to determine how much ink the roller contains. Begin stencil rolling and use a softer touch to apply less ink initially. You can lift the stencil and gauge how dark the color is. You can always go back over the stencil a second time pressing harder on the roller to make letters darker. High density foam rollers are ideal for these applications and allow for great control of inks, paints and stains.
Why Use Curb Painting Stencils?
Hand-painting numbers and letters on a curb is harder than it looks. Uneven spacing, wobbly lines, and paint bleed can turn a simple project into a frustrating afternoon. Our curb painting stencils take the guesswork out of the process and deliver crisp, uniform results every time.
Here's what makes them worth it:
- Professional appearance: Clean, sharp lines that look like they were done by a pro, even if it's your first time.
- Easy to use: No special skills or tools required. Position, spray or roll, and you're done.
- Affordable: A one-time purchase that pays for itself over and over, especially if you're painting multiple addresses or properties.
- Durable and reusable: Our stencils are built to last through repeated use, so whether you're doing one curb or fifty, they hold up.
Popular Applications
Our curb number stencils are most commonly used for residential address marking, making house numbers visible from the street for delivery drivers, guests, and first responders. But the uses go well beyond that. Contractors and neighborhood painting services use a curb stencil kit for address painting across entire subdivisions in a single weekend. HOAs and property managers rely on them to maintain a consistent, polished look throughout their communities.
Beyond addresses, our collection includes team logos, mascots, custom messages, and decorative designs. These are great for adding school spirit to a driveway edge, marking reserved parking areas, or dressing up commercial properties with branded curb markings.
Common surfaces our stencils work well on include:
- Concrete curbs
- Asphalt
- Brick edging and pavers
- Painted or sealed surfaces
Choosing the Right Curb Stencil
If you're looking to paint a house number on your curb, a curb address stencil is the simplest way to get started. For a more complete setup, especially if you're doing multiple properties or offering curb painting as a service, a curb address stencil kit bundles everything you need into one package.
Not sure which option fits your project? We're happy to help. Our customer service team has been guiding people through material and product selection for over four decades, and they can point you in the right direction quickly.
Browse the Collection
Our curb address stencil options range from basic number sets to full kits and custom designs. Here's a quick look at what's available:
- Numbers & Letters: Individual and full-set curb number stencils for address painting.
- Team Mottos: Show your pride with bold, street-ready text designs.
- Team Mascots: School and sports mascot stencils sized for curb and driveway use.
- Curb Marking Kits: All-in-one kits with stencils and everything you need to get started.
- Create Your Own: Custom stencil options for logos, messages, or unique designs.
Every stencil in this collection is laser-cut at our facility in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, using the same equipment and standards trusted by companies like Amazon, Disney, Costco, and hundreds of municipalities nationwide. Whether you need one curb stencil or a hundred, we've got you covered!