I am a huge fan of spray paint but i don t like knobs spray painted unless the knobs are just down right nasty brass.
Can you spray paint stainless steel handles.
It also can cover up dingy surfaces that have become worn from all the day to day.
Move the stainless steel item you want to paint onto the dropcloths.
I used the rust oleum spray paint primer on them but i am a little afraid to spray paint my shower trim.
You did a good job and it looks very cottage y and i love cottage y.
Painting the handles on your appliances can give your entire room an updated look.
Step 6 when the final coat is completely dry finish with wax car.
I just recently spray painted on old wooden paper towel holder and some old ugly candle stick holders i picked up at a yard sale.
Stainless steel has a chromium oxide passive film which guards against corrosion.
The short answer according to marsh fasteners is yes you can paint stainless steel.
If you do decide to paint ensure that you do it properly to maintain the lifespan of your stainless steel hardware.
Instead i purchased a can of the rust oleum painters touch ultra cover that you used for your first venture with painting faucets.
How to paint appliance handles.
Remove any handles from the item and set aside.
It also comes in a kit with a clear finishing topcoat.
Whatever technique you choose apply two to three coats of paint to the stainless steel allowing sufficient dry time in between.
I have nightmares of spray mist going all over my bathroom and onto the stone.
The process will take more time but you ll likely be happier with the finish.
A reader asked if you can spray paint door knobs without removing them and while it is tempting just take them all off to spray paint.
Painting over stainless steel.
Stainless steel however presents a cohesion problem because the finish surface is almost completely smooth.
You can see here where i spray painted my shower using the same process and the results were amazing but even though i taped off every bit off our bathroom there was still over spray on our master closet.
You can buy stainless steel primer in an aerosol can and spray it on or you can buy it in a regular can and apply it with a brush.
Let it dry and then scuff with 220 grit wet dry sandpaper before topcoating.
Paint can bond to all types of finishes.
If the item you want to paint is not removable cover the surrounding area with newspaper and painter s tape and place a dropcloth over counters and floors to protect the finish of the cabinet appliance or drawer.
A single coat is all you need.
