The best part of a multi surface paint when you paint a metal lamp base is that the sealer is already in it so no addition work is needed.
Best spray paint for ceramic lamp.
I am still playing with what size and color of lamp shade will look best.
Paint the lamp with the spray on primer paint combination using even slow strokes keeping the spray can a foot or so away from the lamp or per the paint manufacturer s recommendations.
And while we are at it let s peek at 9 more spray painted lamp inspirations.
So if you have something glossy ceramic around your house that could be spruced up with a coat of spray paint then don t hesitate to try it.
I love that the gold tone of the paint it makes it look like a much higher end lamp.
Most spray paint comes in high gloss semi gloss satin and flat.
It s an easy and very gratifying makeover.
Ceramic glazes preserve your pottery and tile s coloring and also adds a layer of protection from small scratches.
Fast forward and i m taping the newly finished white lamp off so i can spray paint part of the socket.
The lamp shade was still tagged from it s original retail home for 59 00.
So in total including the spray paint my lamp cost me around 13 00.
Our primer gave the ceramic a dull surface with a fine texture that is perfect for the paint to stick onto.
Spray paint your lamp.
This is what the finished product looks like.
Overall i m pretty happy with the lamp for 10 and a can of spray paint.
I was tempted to go with the high gloss to mimic the look of ceramic.
As time goes on however you may need to repaint your ceramics to return them to their original luster.
Paint cannot stick to smooth glazed coating.
The instructions will list it as one of the surfaces the paint covers.
Once the primer is fully dry apply the color you wish onto the ceramic.
Whether you want to update an old ceramic lamp or change the style of a secondhand ceramic lamp you purchased at a thrift store paint affords you the ability to create a design that will blend with your color scheme.
Feb 3 2019 explore jennifer norsworthy s board spray paint lamps on pinterest.
The frugal homemaker took similar brassy lamps and spray painting them bright white.
See more ideas about spray paint lamps painting lamps diy lamp shade.
Spray paint is the quickest method of painting and is available in a wide variety of colors to fit your needs.
The glazed coating presents a problem though.
Choose a spray paint specifically designed to cover ceramics.
Again it s best to go in light even coats to prevent bubbles and drips in the paint.
But i snagged it for 4 00.