Can I Paint My Sink

Remove all hardware and clean the sink.

Can i paint my sink.

Stainless steel and acrylic sinks can be painted at home. Apply 2 3 light coats letting each one dry in between for 15 minutes. This step allowed me to paint as closely to the sink as possible around and under any lips or seams. Apply a thin coat of paint to the sink using a natural bristle paintbrush.

Shake it well hold the can 10 16 away from the sink and spray in a steady back and forth motion. Prime and paint your desired color. Remember to clean the sides and bottom of the sink if you plan to paint those areas. The painting was actually pretty easy but these steps take time.

Sand the entire sink with medium grit sandpaper or sand. The rustoleum box recommends using a 4 inch roller with foam cover and a very fine bristled brush for the edges. First i used the fine bristled brush to cut in around the edges of the counter. The most important thing about painting a bathroom sink is the prep work.

The second coat needs to be applied 2 4 hours after the initial coat. For the sink basin i applied in a circular pattern starting at the top rim and proceeding down to the drain. Rinse the entire sink with water and dry with a towel. Use long smooth strokes and keep the paint flowing in one direction.

You can re caulk the area once the countertops are painted and dried. Use caution with acetone. A great alternative is to use automotive paint which comes in aerosol cans. I think i spent about 1 1 2 hours cleaning the sink before i even started painting.

It is possible to paint a kitchen sink to give it a refresh. How to paint a bathroom sink. Painting the countertop is actually pretty easy. The sink paint takes 15 minutes to dry to the touch but will take 3 days to fully cure.

Use sandpaper to scuff the sink and acetone to remove gloss. First remove all the old caulk. If more than 4 hours have passed allow the paint to cure for 72 hours before applying the second coat. A painted bathroom sink was a bit more tricky but still not terrible.