I live in an apartment. How difficult is it to paint over?
1986821
It will not be hard...you may need an extra coat of paint but it can be done.
1986822
It's just like any other paint. To paint over, I would lightly sand the surface first to give the new paint extra adhesion.
1986823
Pretty sure you can paint over it. I haven't painted over mine because I still use it for its intended purpose, however, painting over this would be just like painting over a whiteboard. If you ever made the mistake of using a permanent marker on a whiteboard you know, it doesn't come off; paint should be the same.
1986824
On the wall. I wouldnt recommend it. It works best on a smooth shiny service like glass, plexiglass. On wood it peels off and sheet rock not so good. It is not idea paint. I really would not recommend it. It does not go on smooth so you may have an issue removing it when you leave the apartment . Even idea paint is thick on a wall. I used both.
1986825
Depends. This is a cure so it leaves a fairly thick glossy coat over whatever you paint. A couple of coats of primer and then paint worked just fine for me but there was a noticeable lip where the whiteboard paint had stopped. It's hard to see but easy to feel and once you've noticed it then you'll see it every time you look. Sanding down the lip resolved the problem just fine. If you don't stop midway across a flat surface then just primer and paint will work as normal, maybe one more coat of primer.
1902936
It depends on whether or not you come in contact with the walls very often. I love the look but the slightest nick with a fingernail leaves a mark. My cats like to sit in the window and they destroyed the wallpaper under the window with their back feet. The pattern is kind of spongy and it doesn't firm up after painting - at least it didn't for me. I do love the look, tho, and try to think of the blemishes as giving it character. I've had no trouble with it sticking to the walls, without using extra adhesive, but I did use a good primer first.
669714
I would use a brush not spray. You could use whatever paint you wanted to achieve the finish you desire. However, it would not be easy to paint over the black without applying either several coats or a white primer so if you really don't want the black color I would think twice about purchasing the product. As black goes with pretty much everything and the island looks very nice in my kitchen if you do purchase it try the black finish for awhile before changing it.
546602
I agree with JJ Bradley. To paint a 4000 sq/ft home would be difficult with the Graco TrueCoat Pro II. I would rent or buy a unit that can draw paint from 5 Gallon buckets to do the job you are describing. You'll be amazed at how fast you can paint if the walls are prepped correctly and everything is masked. If you are constantly refilling the small paint container on the truecoat it will easily take 4-5 times longer than using a sprayer such as the Graco Magnum 262805 X7 HiBoy Cart Airless Paint Sprayer.
1419396
You probably could use spray paint. The application requires wetting the paper (self-adhesive), so if you used spray paint it would be after putting it up on the wall. That might be a daring endeavor to avoid overspray. I used an interior latex paint using a paint roller. It's a beautiful pattern and it mimics punched tin ceiling tiles. I used it to create a faux backsplash in a kitchen. I highly recommend this wallpaper; beautiful and a great buy.
1121929
Mine were almost orange and it covered. The set up and having room for all the cabinets and ventilation for them to dry was big challenge. We waited until summer so we could use the garage. I honestly don't know if this method was better than just using a good decent paint. We are getting yellowing from top coat. I left mine white.
2119351
The color is very close. It would thinking painting would work if you sand the finish sufficiently before assembly.... Sounds like a lot of work though.
1959628
We used a stain on ours so you could certainly paint one. We used the stain before assembling it so it was easy.
1234052
It does come "finished" which also means it has a finished sheen to it, but I don't think it would be hard to cover with paint. If you primed it or ruffed it up first it would be paintable.
1339919
That depends on how good of a painter you are. With the right paint yes very easily. However with the wrong paint it could easily chip if you plan on fighting with it once painted. Spray paint would be the best way to make the attempt, it won't chip and then you could fight with it.
1190922
I looked up DIY chalk paint on Pinterest and found out how to mix my own chalk finish paint (not chalk board paint). The one I use has indoor paint, water, and plaster of Paris. No need to strip or sand the piece. I used an off white paint, and want over it with the minwax dark paste to darken it and age it. It looks especially nice in the grooves and corners. I love finishing furniture this way because you can do even a big piece in one day!
604025
I don't think you'll have a problem with it!! Paint is sturdy, and as long as item isn't scratched, it will be beautiful on your covered balcony! :)
1171194
Not totally! It depends on the wall where you aplied the sign. I have had run into some problems in the past, where i had to repaint. Hope this helps.
1273395
You need a NOT Windy day. Even if you have no experience painting you can use. Work just fine but be careful w/ windy days.
1473702
It's a smooth plastic surface, so it would not be very easy to paint. But I'm not a pro so I guess anything is possible.
522828
Yes, it is definitely paintable. :) In fact, I was thinking of doing the same thing myself.
1488240
You could probably do it but parts are fragile and you stand a good chance doing damage. A good paint store may have a type of paint that would adhere to existing finish. I'd try that first