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timothylukegreg
Mar 7, 2009, 12:58 PM
What is the paint used to paint a kichen sink called
speedball1
Mar 7, 2009, 03:59 PM
Kitchen sinks aren't painted. They have porcelain baked on. They do make a refinishing kit for tubs and sinks but they don't last. My advice would be to save your money and replace the sink. Good luck, Tom
Milo Dolezal
Mar 7, 2009, 05:41 PM
Tom nailed it: re-glazed sinks do not last too long and start chipping off few month after costly refinishing. People usually re-glaze sinks and tubs few weeks prior sell of their house so the house sells better...
massplumber2008
Mar 8, 2009, 06:55 AM
Hi TLG:
The paint is called EPOXY PAINT... it has specific instructions how to clean the surface (sandpaper) and apply the paint. As Tom pointed out, it can be purchased as a paint-on paint kit or a spray-on spray kit... sold at home depot, menard's or lowe's. You will need to open all windows when using this product (or purchase a moderately-priced respirator)
You will need to remove the strainer assembly and the faucet for best results (or can or at a minimum, tape over the faucet and strainer).
I do not recommend that you do this... ;) As these guys already pointed out...it won't last long!
Good luck!
MARK