In keeping with the colour of the wings it made sense to cover the side panels in the same OratexUL600 fabric. The hotmelt glue secures the fabric over the back and the heat gun shrinks it tight at the front. Masking out the shape in preparation for the paint. The paint is a product called Tautflex and is commonly used to paint outdoor canvas awnings and is also used by signwriters who make large canvas banners. It is UV resistant as well as flexible.