For laminate vanity countertops you will want to use latex satin or a semi gloss enamel.
Can i paint a bathroom sink counter.
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Once the second coat of primer has dried you can proceed to paint the counter.
Wipe clean then lightly roll on a coat of primer for nonporous surfaces.
Lightly sand the counter with 150 grit sandpaper and wipe off any dust with a damp cloth.
1 paint brush or sponge brush.
When the primer is dry roll on a base coat of latex paint.
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Painting the countertop is actually pretty easy.
Clean the countertop with warm soap and water and dry it with a soft cloth.
Apply 2 3 light coats letting each one dry in between for 15 minutes.
The rustoleum box recommends using a 4 inch roller with foam cover and a very fine bristled brush for the edges.
A painted bathroom sink was a bit more tricky but still not terrible.
First i used the fine bristled brush to cut in around the edges of the counter.
Begin by sanding the surface with fine grade sandpaper to lightly scuff away the gloss being careful not to sand away the color.
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Make sure you ventilate the area well.
The sink paint takes 15 minutes to dry to the touch but will take 3 days to fully cure.
Don t backbrush over drying sections.
To ensure an even and full coat add several coats and allow time for each coat to dry in individually.
One of the biggest transformations and most cost effective projects was the countertop and sink.
Wipe down the countertop with paint thinner to make sure they are completely clean before you start painting.
Shake it well hold the can 10 16 away from the sink and spray in a steady back and forth motion.
Use long smooth strokes and keep the paint flowing in one direction.
Use a roller to avoid brushstrokes in your finish.
How to paint a sink.
Comet or other scrubbing powder cleanser.
Everything you need to know about my diy painted bathroom countertop and sink.
You use this paint just like any other spray paint.
Sponges and plenty of paper towels.
Apply a thin coat of paint to the sink using a natural bristle paintbrush.
Every single surface was transformed except the bathtub.
Use painters tape to tape up drop cloths around the room only if you are using spray paint to prevent the spray paint mist from covering areas you don t want to be painted.
Prime the entire surface with 100 percent acrylic primer.
Supplies needed to paint a sink.