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Use paints that are specifically formulated to adhere to plastics. There are several available on the market such as Krylon Fusion for Plastic ® , Valspar® Plastic Spray Paint , and Rust-Oleum Specialty Paint For Plastic Spray .
Best Overall: Krylon Fusion for Plastic . Best Budget: Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Multi Purpose Spray Paint . Best for Toys: ARTarlei Permanent Paint Markers. Best for Plastic Models: Testors Acrylic Value Finishing Paint Set. Best for Chairs: Rust-Oleum Paint for Plastic Spray .
For spray painting metal outdoor furniture /accessories, I have again found that Rust-oleum products and paints hold up the best .
In five steps or less, quickly update plastic surfaces to better reflect your personal style: Clean project surface. Lightly sand surface if previously painted . Remove dust with a tack cloth. Let plastic surface dry. Apply Krylon® Fusion for Plastic ® spray paint according to the directions on the spray can label.
While spray paint dries in about 30 minutes , it needs about three hours to cure. Once you’ve applied the final coat of spray paint, let the item dry for at least three hours before using it normally again. With spray painted furniture, for instance, don’t sit in the chair as soon as it’s dry.
Instructions Clean the Surface of the Plastic . Fill a bucket with warm water and a little dish soap. Sand Glossy Surfaces. Paint adheres far better to rougher matte surface plastics than to glossy plastics . Wipe Down the Plastic With Mineral Spirits. Spray the First Coat of Paint . Apply Subsequent Coats of Paint .
Choose a paint that is suitable for plastic . Spray paint works especially well for plastic , but you can use acrylic or enamel/model paint as well. It would be even better if the paint is meant for plastic . Check the label, and look for words such as: ” Plastic ” or “Multi-Surface.”
For example, if your model comprises different colors of plastic , photoetched metal, or resin, a primer coat provides a uniform base. And for colors that typically present coverage issues (such as white, yellow, or red), primer helps cut down the number of coats needed.
Spray painting is faster than brush painting . Most spray paint is oil-based and provides a more durable finish than latex paint . Spray paint dries much more quickly than brushed-on paint . Spray paint is easier to apply on furniture with spindles, small pieces, or intricate nooks and crannies.
Rust-Oleum offers tougher and more durable coatings than Krylon does, so if you are looking for a product for exterior projects that require highly protective features, Rust-Oleum should be your first choice. Rust-Oleum and Krylon both have great products with different qualities and features.
Conventional spray paints just won’t stick to plastic . Now paint manufacturers offer paint just for that application. These paints don’t just stick ; they fuse with the plastic surface to form a super-strong bond . Krylon Fusion for Plastic and Rust-Oleum 2x are two common brands.
Many plastic items have a glossy coating over the top. Before spraying , this will need to be slightly removed to enable both the primer and paint to stick to the surface. Using a fine-grit sanding block and gentle pressure, start to sand down the plastic to remove the gloss and create a texture to stick to.