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Is it possible to paint an old refrigerator at home, what paint, video
Does your old fridge look shabby and doesn’t fit into the kitchen? Then it can be pasted over with self-adhesive film or painted. The first option for transforming the refrigerator is rather troublesome, but the second does not cause problems. In this article we will tell you if the refrigerator can be painted, how to do it correctly, and what paints to use for this.
It is worth knowing how to paint a refrigerator to give it an attractive look.
What paint to paint the refrigerator
Best suited for painting the metal surface of the refrigerator:
- acrylic paint for metal;
- automotive nitroenamel;
- polyurethane paint.
Acrylic paints are environmentally friendly, since they do not contain toxic substances. They have a variety of shades and delight with the bright color of the painted surface. They must be applied with a roller or brush.
Automotive nitro enamel is sold in cans and is applied to the surface by spraying. It is very persistent but toxic and expensive. Polyurethane paint is very stable, but its main disadvantage is the difficulty in applying due to its two-component composition.
How to color the refrigerator
Before starting painting, it is important to prepare the surfaces of the unit. To do this, you need to perform the following actions:
- disconnect it from the network, remove trays and internal shelves;
- wash the surfaces with a sponge and detergent;
- sand cracks and chips using sandpaper;
- remove loose particles first with a wet and then with a dry cloth;
- degrease surfaces with a special substance;
- apply a primer;
- glue the fittings with masking tape;
- lay newspapers around the unit to protect the floor from staining;
- check in an inconspicuous place whether the paint is correctly selected and whether it lies flat.
It is best to paint outdoors in sunny and calm weather. When it’s windy, it’s best to paint the refrigerator in a ventilated area.
After preparation, you can proceed directly to staining. If the paint is applied with a roller, they should be driven vertically or from left to right. After half an hour, apply a second coat of paint. If you decide to paint an old refrigerator from a can, you need to keep it from the surface at a distance of 30 cm and move from left to right, try not to hold the bottle in one area for a long time.
In the video, see how easy it is to paint the refrigerator at home. After all, painting the old unit will save you from acquiring a new one and revive the interior of the kitchen.