Materials Needed
Paint, brush & roller, painter's tape, sandpaper, cleaning solution, primer (as needed), tray.
Steps
- Thoroughly clean the surface to remove dirt, oil, grease, and other material that may interfere with adhesion. Wash the surface with a strong detergent, such as Tri-Sodium Phosphate or Formula 409. Then rinse the surface.
- If the tile has a high gloss, lightly scuff sand with 180-220 grit sandpaper. Rinse to remove the sanding dust.
- A specialty primer is needed to adhere to ceramic tile. Do not use a regular wall primer. We recommend either Stix made by Insl-X or XIM bonding primer. Brush, roll or spray on the primer and let dry for at least 4 hours. The primer may be sanded to achieve a smooth finish.
- Apply two coats of good quality paint in either a full gloss or satin sheen, waiting at least 4 hours between coats.
Remember to read all of the directions for the specific product you are using. Drying times and re-coat times may be different than listed above.