question on altering tins.........

[kafranci]

Can you paint a tin? I've covered the front and back of a tin, but the side parts, where the handle and hinges are, I'd like to paint, how do I do that? Do I use spray paint? Does it need to be sanded first?

Please help!!!!!

[kafranci]

bumping......

[geez.its.tegz]

hmm.
im not really sure.
i think if it is a glossy tin, the paint probably wont hold. ask at a diy store such as "Bunnings". I'm not sure what you have in the usa

[kafranci]

Thanks!! I'll do that, great idea!!!

[Jen71]

I've painted lots of tins and metal lids. Usually spray paint works just fine, but if I'm in doubt I will scuff the surface first. And I always paint 2-3 coats. Good luck!

[brightrachel1008]

isn't enamel commonly used on metal? perhaps the paint job will wear better if you use enamel.

[kafranci]

Thanks so much for you help!!! I'm off to buy spray paint!!!!

[catdidit]

I usually spray paint my tins with the gray primer, then paint on them with acrylic paints.

[kafranci]

Thanks for the help.....unsubbing!