Can You Spray Paint Stainless Steel Handles

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.

Can you spray paint stainless steel handles.

Remove any handles from the item and set aside. I used the rust oleum spray paint primer on them but i am a little afraid to spray paint my shower trim. Liquid stainless steel on the other hand is a brush on paint with larger flakes of stainless steel mixed in for a shinier finish flakes that would tend to clog an aerosol can. Instead i purchased a can of the rust oleum painters touch ultra cover that you used for your first venture with painting faucets.

If you do decide to paint ensure that you do it properly to maintain the lifespan of your stainless steel hardware. Whatever technique you choose apply two to three coats of paint to the stainless steel allowing sufficient dry time in between. 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. Bare stainless steel needs a coat of primer before you apply the actual paint.

Stainless steel has a chromium oxide passive film which guards against corrosion. It also comes in a kit with a clear finishing topcoat. The process will take more time but you ll likely be happier with the finish. 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.

I have nightmares of spray mist going all over my bathroom and onto the stone. Step 6 when the final coat is completely dry finish with wax car. A single coat is all you need. However it is best to avoid it.

Move the stainless steel item you want to paint onto the dropcloths. You did a good job and it looks very cottage y and i love cottage y. Stainless steel however presents a cohesion problem because the finish surface is almost completely smooth. How to paint appliance handles.

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. Let it dry and then scuff with 220 grit wet dry sandpaper before topcoating. Painting over stainless steel. It also can cover up dingy surfaces that have become worn from all the day to day.

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. Paint can bond to all types of finishes.