Can I Paint My Sink

Spray paint your kitchen sink two part epoxy and urethane finishes are definitely hard enough to finish a sink but these finishes really should be sprayed and for that you need to rent spray equipment.

Can i paint my sink.

Use caution with acetone. I used a box cutter to remove the caulking around my sink and then wiped clean any sticky residue with rubbing alcohol. The most important thing about painting a bathroom sink is the prep work. Shake it well hold the can 10 16 away from the sink and spray in a steady back and forth motion.

Remember to clean the sides and bottom of the sink if you plan to paint those areas. The second coat needs to be applied 2 4 hours after the initial coat. A great alternative is to use automotive paint which comes in aerosol cans. The sink paint takes 15 minutes to dry to the touch but will take 3 days to fully cure.

Apply 2 3 light coats letting each one dry in between for 15 minutes. Remove all hardware and clean the sink. Rinse the entire sink with water and dry with a towel. I think i spent about 1 1 2 hours cleaning the sink before i even started painting.

First remove all the old caulk. A painted bathroom sink was a bit more tricky but still not terrible. You can re caulk the area once the countertops are painted and dried. Use sandpaper to scuff the sink and acetone to remove gloss.

Painting the countertop is actually pretty easy. The rustoleum box recommends using a 4 inch roller with foam cover and a very fine bristled brush for the edges. For the sink basin i applied in a circular pattern starting at the top rim and proceeding down to the drain. The painting was actually pretty easy but these steps take time.

First i used the fine bristled brush to cut in around the edges of the counter. Stainless steel and acrylic sinks can be painted at home. Sand the entire sink with medium grit sandpaper or sand. Prime and paint your desired color.

Apply a thin coat of paint to the sink using a natural bristle paintbrush. It is possible to paint a kitchen sink to give it a refresh. If more than 4 hours have passed allow the paint to cure for 72 hours before applying the second coat. Use long smooth strokes and keep the paint flowing in one direction.