How To Paint Over Tile Walls

Clean the old tile step 2.

How to paint over tile walls.

This will adhere to surfaces like that of a tile. Sand the surface of the tile with 100 grit sandpaper. Apply primer step 5. Apply the primer using a brush to cut in the corners and then a short napped roller 1 8 to apply the primer to the flat surface.

There are two main types of options available to paint on the tiles. They include latex paint. Apply one to two coats of a bonding primer that s made to adhere to surfaces such as tile. Frequent exposure to moisture could cause the newly applied paint to blister and peel.

Next with a brush or roller apply high gloss or semi gloss latex paint to the. Use a damp cloth to wipe the tiles once the second coat has fully dried. Using your roller or paintbrush evenly paint the tiles with your latex paint. For instance you can paint tiles on a bathroom wall but avoid painting tiles that line a bathtub shower or that is on the floor or a countertop.

Allow the primer to dry for the recommended time then follow with two topcoats of acrylic latex wall paint. Heavy abrasion from foot traffic or countertop use could cause the paint to wear prematurely. Use painter s tape in combination with a drop cloth or plastic sheeting to protect nearby surfaces from errant paint. Use an oil based product as you will be using oil based paint for the finished coats.

If you think your tiles need another coat after the second let the tiles dry after you ve wiped them. When finished allow the second coat to dry overnight. After the primer has dried paint the walls with epoxy paint. Use a paintbrush to paint the edges and hard to reach areas like corners first.

Do not buy cheap primer you need a strong bond in order for this to stick to the tile. Sand the old tile step 4. Paint with epoxy paint. Paint over the tile with a bonding primer.

There are two painting options for tile. Wipe the tile down to clean it and remove any sanding dust. Repair chips and cracks step 3. To paint over ceramic tile walls.

This is like applying one to two coats of bonding primer.