Sunday, March 7, 2010

How to repaint a NEW metal light fixure? Do I need to remove the paint or because it's new, can I paint over?

I have a new light fixture. It is white and I want it green. Do I need to remove the new paint that is on it or can I just paint over that new paint. This is going in a bathroom. If I need to remove, what is the best suggested for a light with alot of detail?How to repaint a NEW metal light fixure? Do I need to remove the paint or because it's new, can I paint over?
I would prime it first with Kilz. If the fixture has a lot of detail, use a canned spray paint. If you don't prime it the new paint will probably peel off sooner than later. If you go to Lowes or Home Depot, the paint department can advise you on the best thing t do.How to repaint a NEW metal light fixure? Do I need to remove the paint or because it's new, can I paint over?
go to hgtv.com, they have a lot of tips on there.

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