Recently, I decided to spray paint the tub hardware in my kids’ bathroom. I used Behr Premium Spray Paint, in Champagne and Gold. I decided to mix the two spray paints in order to match my existing gold hardware on the bathroom’s vanity and faucet.
I’m sharing a few tips to make this process easy if you decide to spray paint the hardware in your own home.
1. Clean the metal surface.
– It’s important to make sure the metal is clean and dry.
2. Protect the area you are going to spray paint.
– It’s important to account for overspray. I used plastic sheeting (which can be reused) and taped it around the hardware but also at least 12 inches in all directions.
3. Use a spray paint with primer, or prime your metal before spray painting.
– This will just ensure that the spray paint will adhere to the metal.
4. Allow time for the spray paint to set between coats.
– I applied 2 coats of each spray paint I used, totaling 4 coats of spray paint. I waited at least 30 minutes between coats to let the spray paint settle and see how the coat was distributed.
5. Use a sealant to lock in your spray paint.
– I applied 3 coats of polyurethane to each piece of hardware. I wanted to make sure the spray paint would be sealed against water, bathroom cleaner and the wear and tear the kid’s will put on them.
It’s been over a month since I sprayed the hardware, and I’m really happy with how it turned out and how it’s holding up.
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Looks great! Even with a matte finish it looks kind of sparkling I love it
Thank you! Yes, I went with a more matte finish to match the faucet and vanity hardware which has a brushed gold finish. Glad it translates the way I was hoping!