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srdeane
Explorer
Apr 14, 2019

How to Paint Bathroom Sink

I had a minor disaster in the bathroom lavatory sink in my Everest, when the Damp Rid bucket I had in there over the winter got wet, overflowed into the sink and damaged the finish. It now looks like camouflage (yuk). I think I should be able to paint it, but I don't know what kind of paint I should use. Has anyone done this successfully?

Will the paint Krylon makes for plastic be durable enough for the sink or do I need something more specifically designed for a sink/shower?

Another thought, would the Gianni countertop refinishing product be durable enough? I might be able to get close to the original color/finish with that product.
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  • CavemanCharlie's avatar
    CavemanCharlie
    Explorer III
    Apr 18, 2019
    Are you sure the finish is damaged beyond repair ? I thought my plastic bathroom sink was that bad too and my girlfriend scrubbed really hard on it with some stuff (I think it might have been Comet cleaner ) and by golly after a heck of a lot of scrubbing she got it back the the original color.

    What have you got to lose ?
  • Earl_E's avatar
    Earl_E
    Explorer
    Apr 18, 2019
    okhmbldr wrote:
    You need to use an epoxy paint. Available at most big box stores, designed for sinks and bathtubs. I've used it in several rentals during remodels. Lasts a long time.
    Works well and is made for this purpose. This is what I would use.
  • garyhaupt's avatar
    garyhaupt
    Explorer
    Apr 18, 2019
    Ron3rd wrote:
    Might it be easier to replace the plastic sink?


    x10


    Gary Haupt
  • doxiemom11's avatar
    doxiemom11
    Explorer II
    Apr 18, 2019
    Or is your sink acrylic - you will need to know what material it is to decide which paint to use.
  • okhmbldr's avatar
    okhmbldr
    Explorer
    Apr 18, 2019
    You need to use an epoxy paint. Available at most big box stores, designed for sinks and bathtubs. I've used it in several rentals during remodels. Lasts a long time.
  • zigzagrv's avatar
    zigzagrv
    Explorer
    Apr 14, 2019
    I've had good luck with Krylon on plastic. I used it to repaint some plastic lawn chairs and they have held up very well over 3-4 years being exposed to all kinds of weather. Just be sure surface is clean and sanded lightly with fine sandpaper.

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