Sunday, March 7, 2010

How to change the gold paint of my bath vanity light fixture to bronze color?

Tthe light fixture is made of metal I believe.How to change the gold paint of my bath vanity light fixture to bronze color?
You need to remove it and clean it well and buff it with 0000 steel wool. Wipe it down with some isopropyl alcohol(next to rubbing alcohol). Spray paint it with a metal primer(red works well)....let dry and spray paint with a bronze spray paint. 2 or three light coats should do it. Let dry(cure)for at least 24 hours. A clear laquer coat can be applied to protect it from moisture.How to change the gold paint of my bath vanity light fixture to bronze color?
You would have to remove the fixture which means turning off the power at the circuit or fuse box first. You do that after you have purchase the correct spray paint (bronze) at your local building supply store. Then, tape off areas with painters tape that you do not want paint to get on or into, such as sockets the bulbs screw into. Take your fixture outside and spray paint it in an open area away from everything. Use a cardboard box to set it on. Spray in thin coats for even coverage. If you spray it on too thick the paint will run. Let each coat dry before the next coat is sprayed on. It may be finished in two coats but it would be safer to only try for three thin coats, to avoid runs. Read the label on the spray paint can for drying times between coats and do not forget to keep shaking the can well and to clear nozzle by turning the can upside down and spraying it at the end of each coat.


I can not stress enough how messy spray paint can be. Do not try it inside, the overspray can do a lot of damage to surroundings. Also stay away from cars, etc. outside. Wear old clothes too.


When done right it can save you a lot of money. I have done it myself and find it very rewarding. I did a whole table lamp in a bronze that used to be gold many years ago and it still looks great today. Good luck!

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