How to Repaint Your Kitchen Sink

Clean your sink thoroughly so no grease or dirt remains on the surface and prevents the paint from bonding. Run an old dish towel over the sink until it is completely dry.

Sand the sink using fine grit sandpaper to rough up the surface. If the surface is too smooth, the paint won't adhere properly. An electric palm sander can make this job easier. Cover all the surrounding surfaces with newspaper held in place by masking tape to prevent unsightly paint spills

Use cheesecloth to apply a bonding agent to the sink, following the directions on the product. You can get bonding agents at most hardware stores. The bonding agent usually takes about 5 minutes to dry.

Fill your spray painter with primer specially designed to work with an acrylic polymer coating. Spray the primer on a test surface first. You'll want a smooth, even look on your sink. Spray the sink with a back and forth motion, easing up on the trigger of the spray painter when your reach the rim of the sink. Wait at least a half-hour before applying a second coat of primer.

Allow the primer to dry according to the product's directions. Once it is completely dry, fill your spray painter with an acrylic polymer coating with a glossy finish. Use the same back and forth motion to apply the paint. Once you have applied the first coat, let it dry. Then apply a second coat and, if you like, a third coat. Don't use the sink for at least 48 hours so the paint can cure.