Can the paint I used for my wall be used for plastic and metal?

Question

Any thoughts or experiences would be appreciated.
Merci

Answer 1

Yes you can use it on both for inside applications. Plastic will need to be lightly sanded with a fine grit sandpaper,well, they both need to be lightly sanded, washed, and then primed first. I paint plastic stuff all the time. I don't like the color of an extension cord I'm using, I paint it to match the wall. I didn't like the color of my fridge any more, it's now black. My Parlor Palm's leaves got sun-burnt,and yes I painted them green again. I just cut some of the painted leafs off today, new ones finally grew in. I'll paint anything! Bye and the refrigerator looks good too!

Answer 2

For decorative purposes, probably. Not if it will receive constant use. Latex could peal off of metal or plastic.

They make canned spray paint specifically for plastic and metals..

Answer 3

Latex paint is water based - even when dry it could lift off if you wipe it. Id suggest a good epoxy enamal for like fridges and dishwashers ( properly prepped first tho) - another paint i like is : Krylon Fusion - its supposed to chemically bond to nearly anything - mostly plastics , but ive used it on my lawntractor engine blocks , chassis and wheels for years and it holds up really well.

Answer 4

in plastic you may apply it directly but in metal it's better to base coat it with a red lead primer.