How to use enamel to paint a bathtub in spray cans?

Today, every person has a bathtub for bathing, with the exception of those who use shower cabins for this purpose. In practice, all such structural elements are made of cast iron or other durable metal. In order to significantly extend the service life, a basic enamel coating is used, which helps retain warm water, and in addition gives an aesthetic appearance to the structure.

Often, during operation, it is necessary to restore the bathtub with aerosol enamel. In this case, it is necessary to consider what the bath enamel supplied in cans is, and also how the spray is used for the enamel coating.

Composition and technical characteristics

Aerosol enamel for baths differs from other options in that it hardens quite quickly, and in addition, it has other specific advantages in comparison with other hardeners. Aerosol enamel contains the following main components:

1. The required amount of organic solvent is a small percentage of the entire composition.
2. The base is made up of alkyd varnish or acrylic resins (other components can be used).
3. Special pigments, and also fillers for hardening the composition upon contact with air.
4. A small amount of water, and also compressed air in certain proportions for spraying.

If necessary, to paint a bathtub with aerosol enamel, other enzymes can be added to the substance to improve adhesion, as well as protect the metal from corrosion and create a durable, resistant coating to mechanical stress. Spray enamel for the bathroom has a high hardening rate, relatively low toxicity, and in addition a wide range of temperatures acceptable for operation. Such compositions are significantly better than a self-leveling bath when it is necessary to eliminate small defects, but are not always suitable for full coverage due to high consumption.

Important. It should be understood that this version of aerosol bath enamel is sold in special cans of a certain volume, which is why the cost of the composition is quite high.

Consumption per 1m2

Epoxy or alkyd enamel for a cast iron bathtub has a fairly high consumption per square meter. It does not involve the use of a brush or other appropriate tool, since the spraying occurs due to the dispenser. With rational use of this substance, more than 150-200 grams per square meter are consumed, if correct and uniform application is done.

It should be understood that it is very difficult to control uniform coverage, which is why it is necessary to eliminate smudges and re-coat unpainted elements. That is why the consumption of this substance can be increased to 300, and sometimes even up to 400 grams per square meter of space on the damaged surface that is being treated.

Receiving the information.

Consider where you got information about bathtub restoration services. The “master” himself found you by ringing the doorbell and offering a service, or maybe you saw an ad on a lamppost (the wall of a house, an entrance door), know that information should not be forced. You must come to the choice of whether to enamel your bathtub or not yourself. And this choice must be conscious. 1. Advertisement on a lamppost . — this type of advertising is most often used by private owners; large companies do not want to spoil city property and building facades. But sometimes “the house he sends him to hangs up his craftsmen with advertisements. Be that as it may, whether to order from such a person or not is up to you. However, it is worth understanding that in case of marriage, the arrival of such a master will depend only on his desire. It wouldn't hurt to make sure the person is local. If either a bath restoration master (or any master) is local or at least lives in your area, then it is easier to hold such a person accountable (if necessary). 2. Advertisements in newspapers - Newspapers are probably the second most popular means of advertising (after advertisements on poles).

m you can find both scammers and serious companies.
If there is just a phone number, then think about whether you need to contact it, but if there is an Internet site, then go to it and be curious. 3. Internet sites. — The Internet in Russia is a space for relatively free communication. Not sure if this will last long. It is on the Internet that you can study any issue carefully and in detail. Be it enameling bathtubs or anything else. It is on the Internet that you can check a company for reviews, both positive and negative. Moreover, as a rule, it is a large number of positive reviews that should raise suspicion. Let's explain why: As a rule. Clients and customers are not very willing to leave positive reviews. This is understandable in principle, because good work is not a feat, but a normal state of affairs. Think about the last time you left a good review of someone’s work. A bath should always be done well. And if the site does not yet have a feedback form, then this is not just a reason to think, but also to laugh at the naivety and arrogance of the site builders :). Negative reviews. People leave these reviews with much more enthusiasm. They can often be left with or without reason. Does this relate to the quality of the work on the bath, or the appearance of the master, or maybe his manner of communication. A person can leave negative feedback for almost any reason. trong>More advice on this matter - But also understand that a competing company can also leave a negative review. This is what often happens on the Internet. Although custom “negative” reviews are very easy to identify, they often look downright delusional. There are also a lot of so-called “intermediary” sites on the Internet, or as they are also called by real masters, “enthusiast sites.” This is a type of internet site. Which pretends to be a reputable company, describes its activities in clever words, and tries to convince clients on its pages that all of its specialists are “extremely experienced”, with enormous work experience. And at the same time, it actively hires workers on its other pages. In fact, such sites are essentially just dispatch services. A freelancer sits at his computer, sculpts a website and sends orders to outside “masters” for money. Naturally, such types do not carry any guarantee for their masters. Yes, they actually don’t care about it. By stamping “articles” and promoting them in search engines, they are only interested in new clients. Such sites are not so easy to identify. A constantly hanging job advertisement on the site indicates a high turnover of “masters”; in fact, intermediary sites do not even hire them for work; he completed the order and received a percentage. The same “master” can work for different sites and at the same time time to answer to no one.
Ask about the Enamel used to cover the bathtub. Self-leveling acrylic, Enamel for bathtub restoration or Liquid acrylic. You need to pay special attention to what you will cover the bathtub with. I would even say that we need to pay GREAT attention to this. Because most of the “hack-working bathtub restorers” are trying to save money on this. Let’s say it straight away and without doublethink. BATHTUBS CANNOT BE RESTORED WITH ENAMELS IN AEROSOL CANS. No matter how their companies advertise to you... Believe our experience, in half a year this enamel will turn yellow and fall off. These enamels can be used to cover small cracks, chips, in those places of the bathtub where it does not touch the water, or they can be used to paint over rust spots on washing machines or refrigerators, or tiles. This is what they are designed for. But in no case for a complete restoration of the bathtub. Why are we writing about these very aerosol cans? Our craftsmen often visit all sorts of construction stores and often ask, for the sake of checking, “is there any kind of paint that can be used to paint a bathtub?” And for some reason, the first thing that sellers offer is aerosol enamel in a can... But if the seller in the store may simply be ignorant of enamels, then the “master” who says that he restores bathtubs with enamels from aerosol cans is a real hack, kick him in the neck. Epoxy enamels for baths: In our advanced 21st century, the industry produces a huge number of enamels.

alleys are different and for different purposes.
Much less for baths. In our opinion, and many masters (real masters) will agree with us that the best enamel for covering bathtubs existing on our market is the enamel called “Reflex 50”. Attention!!! — This is the ONLY bath enamel produced by this company. Old jar New jar From domestic analogues, Bath Enamels, we singled out the St. Petersburg “Epovin”. It is quite possible that other craftsmen offer to cover the bathtub with enamel from another company; it is possible that this enamel is intended “for bathtubs” and perhaps it will be of good quality. In any case, do not be lazy to ask the company for the name of the enamel, and look on the Internet for the website of the manufacturer of this coating. And read for yourself WHAT the enamel they produce is INTENDED FOR.
(example with Enamel Reaflex 50) We ourselves tried to call the companies and ask what they could use to coat your bathtub, but there were so many colors that we had to separate them into a separate article. Read the “Detailed article” Ask about the drying time of the enamel. All enamels intended for coating household plumbing are based on epoxy resin, the crystallization process of which at a temperature of 15 to 25°C takes about 120 hours.

For example, Tikkurilaa enamel “Reflex 50” has a drying time of
7 days. Russian "Epovin" - 5 days . And if suddenly a craftsman tells you that “Finnish enamel” dries in 24 hours - 3 days... Believe me, he is deceiving you. It will cover your bathtub and the enamel surface will be dry to the touch on the second day. You can even pour water into it after a couple of days - nothing will happen right away. But in this case, the coating will last no more than six months and will definitely peel off in places where moisture gets in.
Once again, be careful!!! If you are offered enameling of a bathtub with a drying period of 1-3 days, think about how you are going to paint the bathtub.

Liquid acrylic, Self-leveling acrylic, Self-leveling bath: Acrylics - (Self-leveling bath, liquid acrylic and self-leveling acrylic) are the fastest drying materials. Baths coated with them can be used after 36 hours .

Price - must be clearly stated on the website Types of work performed by the company, and the prices for them must be clearly stated on the website or in the price list. And in the open. The price on the website must match the prices announced by the dispatcher. Be careful with “companies” that hide prices for their work.

This is an important point concerning not only the work of enameling bathtubs. In general, in everything. You won’t contact an online store where in place of the price (for example, a telephone) there will be the inscription “call, find out the price”... This is an outright scam. The price in this case will depend on who the hacks take you for. The dispatcher over the phone may say one price, but the “master” may say something completely different. And then try to prove something. The price should be HONEST and understandable. If the website says that enameling a bathtub costs (for example) 100 rubles, then this price should be announced by the master. When they start telling you about “hidden” surcharges, they say that you have to pay 10 rubles extra for travel, another 10 rubles for washing the bathtub with acid, and then another 10 rubles for puttingtying chips. Hang up immediately.

Peculiarities

This method of updating a bathtub has a number of features compared to traditional paint coating options for a metal structure. Let's look at some of the main nuances of using this composition:

1. the substance is sprayed in a small stream, which may cause certain smudges to appear;
2. this option dries out quite quickly, which is why some elements should be removed in a timely manner;
3. such compositions are characterized by high consumption, which is why it is necessary to purchase enamel with a certain reserve;
4. Such enamel does not require polishing after application, provided that the spraying technology is followed correctly.

There are a number of features regarding spraying such a substance, which is why it is necessary to first read all the recommendations so as not to encounter certain difficulties during the work process.

Important. The main feature of using such paint is that to create an even layer, it is necessary to adhere to the spraying technology, otherwise smudges will be observed after drying.

Ways to paint a bathtub

To restore bathtub enamel, three main methods are used and everyone decides for themselves which one is better:

• bulk;
• enamelling;
• aerosol.

The pour-in restoration method, at first glance, is one of the simplest. More often it is used to restore a cast iron bathtub. Acrylic is poured onto the sides of the bathtub. Liquid paint flows down, forming a new coating. The pouring technique allows you to correct unevenness, close cracks and make the surface perfectly smooth. But using acrylic without experience or minimal skills is quite problematic. Drips may form.

Pouring technique

Enameling involves using a brush or roller. This method is used to apply enamel and paint. Horizontal strokes alternate with vertical ones to avoid drips. Without waiting for the enamel to dry, apply the second and then subsequent layers.

Painting a bathtub with enamel

The aerosol method is really the simplest. Spray paint does not need to be pre-prepared. It is possible to immediately choose the appropriate color. Before use, shake the can well for two to three minutes.

Aerosol use

An alternative way to update your bathtub is to install an acrylic liner. Particularly suitable for restoring an old cast iron bathtub. This coating is installed using glue. The method is fast, simple and effective. The only difficulty is in caring for acrylic. He does not like aggressive cleaning agents and is sensitive to mechanical damage.

Acrylic liner

Tips and recommendations for use

When using such a paint coating, it is recommended to follow certain advice from experts. Let's consider the main recommendations when using the composition:

• before applying to the surface, it is necessary to properly prepare and degrease the metal before painting;
• It is imperative to thoroughly shake the can of paint so that the composition is thoroughly mixed;
• It is necessary to use a respirator when working, as the composition is highly toxic and has a strong odor;
• during the spraying process, it is necessary to immediately eliminate all possible enamel stains so that they do not have time to harden;
• The entire coating should be applied in even layers, while waiting until it dries completely.

Taking into account all these recommendations, it is possible to create a correct and high-quality coating of the enamel layer when restoring a metal bathtub from certain defects and other mechanical damage.

Important. Immediately before work, the structure is completely dried, and in addition, all traces of corrosion and other deposits present are removed from it.

Basic rules for applying bath enamel in cans

Before starting the main work, the bathtub must be cleaned, then sanded, and degreased with a solvent. The can of enamel must be shaken well and rough sprayed so that the stream flows evenly. During painting, the can of enamel must be held strictly vertically; spraying is carried out at a distance of 30 centimeters in a thin layer. There should be no bubbles or smudges on the surface, otherwise the enamel in these places will peel off after drying. To ensure a high-quality surface, the enamel must be applied in a thin layer several times. If the enamel is partially used, then the container is turned with the valve down, and then sprayed until the stream becomes discolored. Thus, the can can be used several times. Since the aerosol can for painting a bathtub has a certain pressure, you should not leave it in a place where there will be direct exposure to the sun. Do not store the cylinder at temperatures above 50 degrees, and do not use it near an open fire. After use, the cans should not be burned or pierced; if the enamel is epoxy, then application is carried out in a well-ventilated area.

Advantages and disadvantages

This option of enamel coating has a number of advantages, but there are also disadvantages. Let's look at some of the main advantages of aerosol enamel in cans:

1. First of all, it is necessary to highlight the relatively rapid drying of the applied coating layer on the surface;
2. It should also be noted that there is convenient packaging, and in addition there is no need to use additional tools;
3. you can select a convenient option for applying paintwork if you have certain skills;
4. Some minor damage can be repaired with minimal time and physical effort.

This surface coating also has a number of disadvantages. Excessive spraying can cause drips and paint sagging. When using such a composition indoors, protection is required. Due to the strong odor, there is a risk of poisoning. After work, it is necessary to thoroughly ventilate the premises.

Important. Despite the presence of a lot of negative qualities, such enamel options are always used for the reconstruction of bathtubs, since the work requires minimal preparation.

Advantages of the chosen direction of bathroom renovation

By restoring a bathtub with enamels at home, strictly following the instructions, you can:

1. Do without dismantling it. To carry out repair work, you will not need to enlarge the doorway in order to take the bathtub for restoration.
2. Obtain an environmentally friendly coating that does not emit harmful substances when the water poured into it is high.
3. Freely choose color design. In order for the color of the bath to harmonize with the design of the room, special colored pastes are added to the enamels. They will give the product any shade.
4. Use special high-quality enamels from any manufacturer. The modern market offers both domestic and imported products in this direction.

Types of aerosol enamels

These paint and varnish compositions differ significantly from each other in terms of spraying technology, manufacturing, and also the basis. Let's look at the main types of bath aerosols:

• epoxy dye option;
• acrylic composition for bathtub coating;
• alkyd aerosol enamel for containers.

In each individual case, a specific base is provided, which is used in the manufacture of the substance by the manufacturer. Additionally, it should be emphasized that the production process itself may change, depending on what indicators must be achieved.

What is enamel

Bath enamel is intended for enameling cast iron and metal surfaces. It is a special suspension of:

• Fillers;
• Plasticizers;
• Epoxy resin;
• Organic solvents;
• Melamine-formaldehyde resins.

To carry out the actual work, a hardener is added to the enamel using technology. Its active working life with hardener is 75 minutes. No bubbles form on the surface it paints. The surface after coating becomes smooth, uniform, and glossy.

The finished coating is characterized by chemical resistance to alkalis and acids. It has high abrasion resistance. In terms of price range, bath enamel is an order of magnitude lower than liquid acrylic.

Review of popular manufacturers

Currently, in order to produce this version of enamel, special equipment and specific technology are used. Many manufacturers produce such products, but among them the following are the most famous and popular brands:

1. Domestic brand VGT.
2. Good manufacturers are PRESTIGE and YARKO.
3. The Ceresit composition is quite popular.
4. Buyers recommend TIKURILLA enamel.
5. Good quality from the manufacturer KUDO.

In practice, other brands are also engaged in the production of such bath enamel compositions, but they have not received such wide distribution and a lot of positive reviews, unlike the presented manufacturers.

Important. When choosing the most suitable dye option, it is necessary to take into account not only brand popularity and reviews, but also consumption and technical characteristics.

What you need to do to paint a bathtub with enamel

Restoring a damaged bathtub surface is not very difficult; it can be done by anyone with their own hands if desired. Before starting work, you need to clearly define the stages of its implementation and what is necessary for this.

Tools and materials

To successfully and efficiently complete the bathtub enameling process, you must have the following materials and tools in the form of:

• Hardener;
• Measuring cup;
• Oxalic or acetic acid;
• Acetone;
• Brushes from 6 to 8 centimeters;
• Narrow spatula;
• Waterproof sandpaper;
• Mohair roller;
• Rubber gloves;
• Vacuum cleaner;
• Bulgarians;
• Respirator;
• Gas mask;
• Safety glasses.

Preparing the work surface

Renewing the surface of the bathtub begins with the preparatory stage, which must be carried out in the following basic sequence.

1. First you need to rinse the bathtub with a regular kitchen sponge and laundry soap.
2. Then remove rust using oxalic acid diluted with water or 9% warm acetic acid.
3. Unevenness, roughness, swelling and old paint can be removed using an abrasive wheel, sandpaper or Permolux cleaning powder.
4. Surface cleaning must be done very carefully and carefully. The resulting slurry from the old enamel is washed off with hot water.
5. To ensure high-quality surface treatment, this procedure can be repeated twice.
6. After sanding, it is necessary to remove all residues and dust, and then rinse the bath with water.
7. Then the degreasing bath must be treated with detergent, left for half an hour, rinsed and wiped dry. If detergents do not help, you should resort to acetone or alcohol.
8. The quality of the prepared surface is checked by directing a shower jet onto it. If water flows from the walls in a continuous stream, and not in droplets, then all the preparatory work has been carried out successfully.
9. The final stage of preparation should be drying the surface with a rag or using a regular hairdryer. Here, special attention should be paid to the drainage area, as it always needs additional drying.
10. The finishing touch before enameling is to use a vacuum cleaner to remove small particles.

Surface primer

This stage must be carried out to ensure the strength of the bond between the enamel and the metal surface. For this you need to use any primer for metal or the same aerosol. It is important that the primer and enamel are from the same manufacturer specifically for bathroom restoration work.

When priming, be sure to ensure that no bubbles form after priming. This fact can create favorable conditions for exfoliation of the next layer of enamel.

Enamel restoration

After the primer has dried sufficiently, you can begin to treat the surface with enamel. To do this, it is better to use a mohair roller or brush. It is better to apply enamel in two or three layers. Before applying the next layer, the previous one must dry thoroughly.

When working with a brush, you need to make sure that no lint or paint drips that have fallen out of it remain on the surface of the bathtub. The enamel usually takes several hours to dry, but complete drying occurs only after a week. The temperature in the room where enameling is carried out should be within 20 - 23 degrees.

Restoration of a bathtub with aerosol enamel

In order to properly restore the enamel coating in the bathroom, you need to follow certain steps. Let's take a closer look at the procedure:

• the bath is dried first;
• it is also necessary to completely remove corrosion;
• the surface to be painted should be thoroughly cleaned;
• it is necessary to apply enamel evenly in 2-3 layers;
• Next, you need to completely dry the coating within 24 hours;
• You can subsequently polish the surface if the coating is not perfectly smooth and does not have a glossy finish.

Here it is necessary to understand that this composition cannot be applied to traces of rust, as this will only aggravate the situation.

Tool selection

In order to apply paint and varnish coating with enamel from a can on the surface of a metal bathtub, you will need the following tool:

1. brush to remove smudges;
2. a rag made of natural fabric;
3. respirator for respiratory protection;
4. construction tape to cover the surface.

As a rule, using this composition rarely provides a complete coating of the bathtub, since it will be associated with excessive paint consumption.

Basic rules for applying bath enamel in cans

When using such a substance, it is recommended to adhere to the following set of rules for carrying out work:

• You should first shake the contents thoroughly.
• It is necessary to fully prepare the surface.
• You should spray paint at a distance of 20-30 centimeters.
• All leaks must be removed immediately.
• It is necessary to dry each layer thoroughly (at least an hour after application).

It is advisable to thoroughly ventilate the room before carrying out work to remove all moisture.

Important. This option is perfect for those who are interested in maintaining the enamel coating in proper form, since enamel allows you to quickly eliminate all minor flaws and defects.

Comparative characteristics of bath enamel

To determine which enamel is better, you need to know the pros and cons of each type, as well as how it is applied.

Reviews

At the moment, there are various comments on the Internet regarding this processing option. Let's look at some reviews:

1. I am very pleased that I used this particular enamel option. Yes, the result obtained cannot be called durable, but you won’t have to wait a week before you can use the bathing container. The only downside that should be noted is the strong and poorly ventilated smell.
2. It’s nice that this coating option has also appeared for bathtubs. For a long time I did not decide to restore it, but having chosen this type of enamel, I decided to try it. I did everything according to the instructions and got an excellent result. The final result is difficult to distinguish from the initial appearance. In general, I recommend it to everyone.

In practice, there are many reviews regarding the quality of paint and its properties, but you cannot blindly trust them, since these statements do not always correspond to reality.

How to choose enamel

The coating to restore the bathtub to its former beauty is selected according to three criteria: application method, completeness and color. The application method - poured acrylic, aerosol or enamel - will depend on the degree of damage to the old enamel, the financial capabilities and skills of the artist. You can purchase all the necessary products separately. Some manufacturers produce bathroom enamel complete with a hardener, tinting paste, solvent and everything necessary for the preparation and process of refinishing the coating.

Using tinting paste, you can create any shade when restoring an old bathtub. It depends only on the taste, as well as the preferences of the owner. When purchasing two-component paint, you need to pay attention to the color of the hardener. A transparent, translucent or gray shade is better - the enamel component will not be noticeable after restoration. More saturated shades may leave spots and streaks.

Not only the final appearance, but also the durability and strength of the coating depends on the correct choice of enamel for bathtub restoration.

Paint a bathtub with car paint

How to paint a bathtub yourself: all known methods. The question of how to paint a bathtub yourself has probably been asked by everyone who was planning to renovate their bathroom. Sometimes there is no need to change the font, just cosmetic repairs are enough. But not every craftsman can do it according to all the rules. What is the secret to painting a bathroom correctly?

First of all, in a preliminary assessment of the condition of the font. Inspect the body of the bathtub - if it is deformed, has through holes, chips and cracks in the drainage area, then it is better to replace it. A similar situation arises if you decide to change pipes, and their dimensions do not correspond to the diameter of the drain hole. If the case has simply lost color or shine, or has minor cosmetic defects, then it can and should be restored. Painting is also necessary if dismantling the old bathtub is impossible or unprofitable (for example, the apartment is rented or is being prepared for sale). Self-painting of steel and cast iron bathtubs is carried out using the same technology; for acrylic bathtubs, special approaches are used. We paint metal bathtubs: steel and cast iron.

Painting steel and cast iron bathtubs requires, first of all, high-quality surface preparation. If you decide to paint a cast iron or steel bathtub yourself, it is important to choose the right enamel - ordinary paint will not work for these purposes. The best place to purchase enamel is construction and hardware stores. Please note that the paint must be sold as a kit, which includes the enamel itself and the hardener. Only such two-component compositions will provide reliable and high-quality coating. Currently, experts recommend enamels from Tikkurila and Random House. Preparing steel and cast iron bathtubs for painting.

Reviews about the use of enamel

1. “I tested the aerosol on our brand new iron bathtub. The child made a small chip with a toy and an unsightly mark was left on the bathroom, which over time began to rust. I did everything according to the instructions included with the aerosol enamel. I'm happy with the result, we've been using the bathtub for 1.5 months now. Yes, I forgot to add, the chip was in the upper corner"
2. “Aerosol enamel is a rare nasty thing, in my opinion. First of all, it smells. When working with it, I advise you to purchase a high-quality respirator and dress well (wear old, unnecessary clothes), since splashes fly in all directions. Secondly, the coating did not last long for me - only 3 months. And then in one place it swelled and began to peel off. I do not recommend using enamel from a can for the bath. It’s better to pay more, but make a coating of liquid acrylic"
3. “We used white enamel from a can to restore the whiteness of the sides of the bathtub. In principle, for such money we were satisfied with the result. We haven’t been using it for long, only 2 months.”

Re-enamelling and its characteristics

In the factory, enamel is applied to plumbing fixtures using a special technology, as a result of which its surface gains high strength and is characterized by an increased service life. This process involves strong heating of the metal base on which the enamel coating is laid. Creating similar conditions in residential buildings is an impossible task

For this reason, it is important to understand that repainting a bathtub with your own hands, in terms of technical characteristics, will differ from a factory-made device. At the same time, it is quite possible to carry out high-quality restoration of the protective coating yourself.

The main advantage of this procedure is the possibility of obtaining a new coating without labor-intensive dismantling work.

During the restoration process, the product can be given almost any shade. At the same time, the properties of the renewed enamel layer will differ significantly from the protective coating applied to the device by the manufacturer. The new surface, as a rule, is less wear-resistant, more susceptible to mechanical damage and, under the influence of abrasive substances, can change its original color.

Technology of coating the bathtub with a new layer of enamel

Caring for an updated product involves the use of gentle detergents and their careful use.

Epoxy enamel or acrylic

Painting a bathtub with enamel with your own hands is quite simple; you can cope with the task without the appropriate skills. The success of this event will directly depend on the dye. Not every paint is suitable for use in the bathroom, especially for painting the bathtub itself. And the problem lies not in contact with water, but in the humidity level, which is always high in this room. Therefore, the paint must have increased moisture resistance and good adhesion.
A hardware store can offer a choice of two types of compounds that are usually used to paint the inside of a bathtub: epoxy and acrylic enamels. Other paints will not give the desired effect; they will begin to flake and flake a few weeks after application. All the work will be in vain. Enamel is produced in different colors, so there will be no problems with selecting the required shade. But it is better to buy products from trusted manufacturers who have already proven themselves well in the construction markets, so that the question does not arise about how to paint the inside of a bathtub at home. These include:

1. Dulux . A very popular composition that is in demand not only among ordinary consumers, but even among professional craftsmen. Well suited for updating an old bathtub and other similar surfaces.
2. Tikkurila . The company is located in Finland and produces high-quality products for various types of surfaces. The manufacturer pleases its customers with options that contain moisture-proofing primers and coating dyes.
3. Jobi . Produced by a German manufacturer. Refers to washing paints. Increased resistance to moisture and high quality make it very popular. At the same time, it is resistant to various mechanical damage. After painting, you can safely clean the bathtub with brushes - this will not affect the new layer in any way.

If you plan to paint a cast iron bathtub, then you need several layers, preferably three. But shabby and old products and three layers of enamel will not save you. Everywhere an individual approach is required. It is worth remembering that each composition is prepared immediately before starting work. If you mix the paint too much, it may become unusable after a couple of hours, the composition will no longer be so elastic, it will become tight, and even layers will not be obtained. The applied layer of enamel requires the time indicated on the product packaging to dry. Only after drying can a second layer be applied.

When working, the door to the room must be closed, as well as the windows throughout the apartment. This way you can avoid many problems. For example, the circulation of air masses provides not only fresh air, but also dust in large quantities. It is very important that when painting the bathtub, no small contaminants get on it. Changes in temperature and humidity levels can also have a bad effect on the painted surface.

You need to paint carefully , smearing the composition with a flat brush. It should have natural bristles. It is with such a tool that you can avoid the appearance of stains on the surface. Proper technology for applying a coloring composition involves painting from the beginning of the sides to the bottom.

Paint a bathtub with car paint

How to paint a bathtub yourself: all known methods.
The question of how to paint a bathtub yourself has probably been asked by everyone who was planning to renovate their bathroom. Sometimes there is no need to change the font, just cosmetic repairs are enough. But not every craftsman can do it according to all the rules. What is the secret to painting a bathroom correctly? First of all, in a preliminary assessment of the condition of the font. Inspect the body of the bathtub - if it is deformed, has through holes, chips and cracks in the drainage area, then it is better to replace it. A similar situation arises if you decide to change pipes, and their dimensions do not correspond to the diameter of the drain hole. If the case has simply lost color or shine, or has minor cosmetic defects, then it can and should be restored. Painting is also necessary if dismantling the old bathtub is impossible or unprofitable (for example, the apartment is rented or is being prepared for sale). Self-painting of steel and cast iron bathtubs is carried out using the same technology; for acrylic bathtubs, special approaches are used. We paint metal bathtubs: steel and cast iron.

Painting steel and cast iron bathtubs requires, first of all, high-quality surface preparation. If you decide to paint a cast iron or steel bathtub yourself, it is important to choose the right enamel - ordinary paint will not work for these purposes. The best place to purchase enamel is construction and hardware stores. Please note that the paint must be sold as a kit, which includes the enamel itself and the hardener. Only such two-component compositions will provide reliable and high-quality coating. Currently, experts recommend enamels from Tikkurila and Random House. Preparing steel and cast iron bathtubs for painting.

The surface preparation process consists of three stages: Cleaning: the bath is washed with warm water and detergents. It is important to remove grease, dirt, rust - all this will interfere with painting the bathtub. After the “water procedures”, wipe the surface dry with a rag, then leave for a couple of hours to dry completely. Grinding: you can work either using special devices or manually using sandpaper. Towards the end of the process, switch to fine-grained sandpaper to prevent cracks from coarse grains. You don’t have to clean off the old enamel, just matte it. Large chips must be filled with automotive putty.

Degreasing: for these purposes, either a solvent or purified gasoline is used. They carefully wipe the entire surface - this will better fix the enamel on the surface. The paint will come off in layers from a non-grease bathtub within a few months. Before painting, it is important to prepare the enamel correctly, according to the instructions. Try to follow the manufacturer's recommendations as closely as possible, since the final result greatly depends on this.

The bath surface and paint temperature should be at room temperature (+17+23°C). The enamel from an aerosol can is applied evenly, without the formation of bubbles or smudges. It is important that the layer is thin - for this you need to spray the paint from a distance of 25 cm from the surface. After the first layer has dried, repeat the painting procedure 1-2 more times.

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The enamel from the can is applied with a brush with natural bristles, avoiding smudges and bubbles. The first layer will be the primer. After it dries (usually after 20-30 minutes), you need to apply a second one on top of it. The total number of layers is no more than three. High-quality painting is only possible with a careful and careful approach. There is no need to rush here. The bathtub can be used seven days after painting.

Until this time, you cannot swim in it, wash pets, or even just wet the surface with water. How to paint an acrylic bathtub yourself. The choice of the optimal painting method for an acrylic bathtub depends entirely on the purpose for which such work will be carried out. If you just need to change the color of the body, you can “fill” the surface with glass: the technology of filling glass baths is quite popular today. To renovate a bathtub, there is no need to paint it entirely. Apply acrylic paints using a spray gun in a thin stream.

After drying, the painted areas are polished to a shine with a special paste, also included in the restoration kit. Acrylic bathtubs cannot be painted using a brush, roller or paints of other chemical composition. Thus, alkyd enamels can seriously damage the surface of the bathtub, while others will simply “peel off” from it in layers. PS: You can share your tips on how to paint a bathtub yourself in the comments to the article. Comments. Do-it-yourself bathtub frame: assembly and installation.

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