Then spray the item with primer to ensure that the spray paint will have an even finish.
Spray paint that will stick to anything.
The specialty primer can create a foundation that helps the paint stick.
You definitely need a primer designed specifically for plastic if you re using regular spray paint.
If the glossy surface has been dulled by sanding and then the dust wiped off use an oil based primer like zinser cover stain.
Repeat with a second coat if needed.
Shake thoroughly for 15 to 20 seconds.
Painting dab paint on the woven strands of a basket to stripe them.
Next protect yourself from paint fumes by putting on a respirator mask safety glasses and disposable gloves.
Ordinary paint won t stick to slick surfaces like glossy paint clear finishes metal formica cabinets paneling or tile.
Now grab your plastic rated spray paint.
Generally speaking the best spray paint for metal is hard wearing enamel.
Its oil base makes it somewhat slow to dry but it stands up to cleaning and use well.
Spray lightly to avoid paint runs.
Tip woven baskets can be spray painted if you want a solid color all over.
If using spray paint hold the can about 10 12 inches from the surface as you spray.
On painted wicker spray with primer and let dry.
Wipe with a damp cloth and let it dry.
Some paint primers such as zinsser 1 2 3 will stick to even glossy surfaces though most painters will lightly sand the surface anyway or apply a deglossing liquid such as wilbond immediately prior to painting.
Priming may not be required if the paint you buy for painting plastic is designed to work without one but it doesn t hurt to have the smooth foundation.
Then apply spray paint.
Many enamel paints are rustproof too.
This allows the paint to grip the surface especially with anything that s varnished.
Liquid sandpaper dulls a glossy surface with far less effort.
Shake the can during the application to keep the color mixed.
Glossy surfaces will accept paint but paint will always adhere more strongly if the surface is roughened slightly.
Prime with metal primer and let dry or use a paint specially formulated with rust inhibitors.
An acrylic primer will never stick properly to an enamel or shiny surface no matter what they say.
To get paint to adhere to wood you have to sand it to rough up the surface.
By applying a quality primer to the surface first your paint will not only stick to the surface but your paint job will last longer and won t crack peel or blister over time.
Apply several thin coats of paint.
A shellac based spray primer should also work like bin makes and zinser also does.
It s a great alternative to sandpaper that provides that same rough surface for paint to adhere.