This step allowed me to paint as closely to the sink as possible around and under any lips or seams.
Can i paint my sink.
I think i spent about 1 1 2 hours cleaning the sink before i even started painting.
Painting the countertop is actually pretty easy.
First i used the fine bristled brush to cut in around the edges of the counter.
Sand the entire sink with medium grit sandpaper or sand.
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.
The painting was actually pretty easy but these steps take time.
The rustoleum box recommends using a 4 inch roller with foam cover and a very fine bristled brush for the edges.
Rinse the entire sink with water and dry with a towel.
Use caution with acetone.
You use this paint just like any other spray paint.
Remove all hardware and clean the sink.
It is possible to paint a kitchen sink to give it a refresh.
A painted bathroom sink was a bit more tricky but still not terrible.
First remove all the old caulk.
Stainless steel and acrylic sinks can be painted at home.
You can re caulk the area once the countertops are painted and dried.
I used a box cutter to remove the caulking around my sink and then wiped clean any sticky residue with rubbing alcohol.
If more than 4 hours have passed allow the paint to cure for 72 hours before applying the second coat.
The sink paint takes 15 minutes to dry to the touch but will take 3 days to fully cure.
Apply a thin coat of paint to the sink using a natural bristle paintbrush.
How to paint a bathroom sink.
Use sandpaper to scuff the sink and acetone to remove gloss.
Prime and paint your desired color.
Remember to clean the sides and bottom of the sink if you plan to paint those areas.
A great alternative is to use automotive paint which comes in aerosol cans.
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.
Apply 2 3 light coats letting each one dry in between for 15 minutes.