Remember to clean the sides and bottom of the sink if you plan to paint those areas.
Can i paint my sink.
For the sink basin i applied in a circular pattern starting at the top rim and proceeding down to the drain.
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.
The most important thing about painting a bathroom sink is the prep work.
The sink paint takes 15 minutes to dry to the touch but will take 3 days to fully cure.
Painting the countertop is actually pretty easy.
It is possible to paint a kitchen sink to give it a refresh.
Remove all hardware and clean the sink.
Rinse the entire sink with water and dry with a towel.
The painting was actually pretty easy but these steps take time.
Use sandpaper to scuff the sink and acetone to remove gloss.
This step allowed me to paint as closely to the sink as possible around and under any lips or seams.
Use long smooth strokes and keep the paint flowing in one direction.
How to paint a bathroom sink.
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.
Stainless steel and acrylic sinks can be painted at home.
You can re caulk the area once the countertops are painted and dried.
You use this paint just like any other spray paint.
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.
A great alternative is to use automotive paint which comes in aerosol cans.
The second coat needs to be applied 2 4 hours after the initial coat.
First i used the fine bristled brush to cut in around the edges of the counter.
First remove all the old caulk.
I used a box cutter to remove the caulking around my sink and then wiped clean any sticky residue with rubbing alcohol.
Prime and paint your desired color.
I think i spent about 1 1 2 hours cleaning the sink before i even started painting.