How to Paint Porcelain Sinks

Repair Gouges

• 1

  Clean the porcelain sink with detergent. Wipe away all dirt and grime using a clean sponge.

• 2

  Pour an abrasive cleaner containing bleach atop of any stubborn stains and attempt to scrub them away.

• 3

  Rinse the entire sink surface.

• 4

  Sand all areas of the sink with medium-grit sandpaper. Also concentrate the sanding to any chipped areas of the sink. Sand the spot until the area is smooth and free of chips.

• 5

  Dab a soft cloth with rubbing alcohol and clean the sand grit from the chipped area.

• 6

  Squeeze a dab of the porcelain repair compound onto the edge of a razor blade, then smooth it over the damaged area. Scrape off any excess repair compound using the razor blade. Allow the compound to dry.

• 7

  Remove excess repair compound from the damaged area using a cotton swab saturated with rubbing alcohol. Allow the compound to dry.

Paint

• 8

  Tape off the areas around the sink, the drain and faucet with painter's tape.

• 9

  Dry the sink surface with a towel to make sure there is no moisture left.

• 10

  Apply the porcelain paint to the sink surface with a brush roller. Allow it to dry for two days before applying a second coat. Some manufacturers recommend three coats.