Despite the rumors about it, PVC pipes CAN be painted and it's not even complicated. Have many of your attempts to paint a PVC surface failed? Or did the paint coat deteriorate in a very short time? PVC is a difficult material to paint due to its molecular structure: in fact, it does not offer any rough surface to which the paint can adhere perfectly. Painting a PVC surface using standard paint means getting a paint that flakes, breaks or bubbles, and often doesn't even adhere to the surface. This was the result prior to the invention of the Krylon Fusion paint for plastic surfaces, at the time the only paint that adheres perfectly to PVC surfaces, designed for this purpose. Krylon Fusion paint is available in multiple colors and can be purchased online or in your trusted hardware store.
Steps
Step 1. Using the PVC pipes of the purchased size for your project, derive the segments of the required length for your installation
Step 2. Use 220 grit sandpaper to gently sand the outside surface of all PVC segments
Step 3. Position yourself outdoors or in a perfectly ventilated area
Using the Krylon Fusion spray paint, spray a thin layer of paint over the entire length of the PVC segment, taking care to make a continuous movement, from one end to the other, without interruptions or variations in speed.
Step 4. Wait 10 minutes before applying a second coat of paint
Step 5. Repeat the previous step until you get a desired result
Advice
- Use Krylon Fusion paint to achieve perfect adhesion to the PVC surface.
- Use the color Krylon Fusion 2320 (Lacquered White) to obtain a result identical to that shown in the projects on the 'Formufit.com' website.
