can this be painted safely? i would tape to ensure paint does not get in the wiring areas
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Short answer: yes, if you are careful. The porcelain glaze is slick and shiny so, (before it is installed and/or the power is OFF) clean porcelain. Place a piece of painter tape over outlet holes - wipe the rest with dry cloth. Some type of primer will be needed (spray on primer from local hardware store worked for me). Then add your top coat. Remove your painter tape. Since the porcelain is so slick, do not expect the paint job to last more than a couple of seasons if this unit is outdoors.
96280
Any plastic paint (like plasti dip) that resists a little heat would do. Just make sure it's made for plastic.
891129
certainly looks like you could paint it; you might need to do some mild sanding firstbut, it's a pretty expensive gamble.I would go to the Polk website and ask them. They have fairly responsive customer service.
890356
Though I have not done it, don't see an issue with painting it. Make sure that you do not impact the ability to open it to change battery and reset the unit.
522831
Yes, you could paint it. I thought of painting it myself if I didn't like the color. The louvered doors in the front are solid so the painting would be easy.
1224138
i am not sure i think it should work, the tape is very strong and sticks to about anything and is very sturdy as well i never painted it before but it should be ok
1001366
Hello, I don't see any reason why you couldn't. I have read that sometimes the paint can be a little thick which can cause problems but I had no problems whatsoever. This device worked as advertised and saved a lot of time.
2034609
It's a plastic exterior, so I'm not sure if the wall paint would stick to it as well as a prepared wall. It might, but it may also tend to peel after some time. A paint store may be able to answer this question better. Also, if the surface was 'prepared' or roughed up some the paint may adhere to it better. We have not painted it as it looks fine the way it is.
1846714
Yes, there's nothing inherent about the plastic that would not allow it to be painted. I just can't speak to the prep that would be required so that the paint would stick the best.
916671
Quite likely. I'd suggest applying a bit of tape to a unobtrusive area (where damage cannot be seen or be repainted over) and rip it off to see the effect...
702010
It's totally coated, so I guess it would be fine. Would ask an electrician though.
628906
I think you could paint it, with a primer. It's a little like veneer, so paint might not go on well by itself. It's a sturdy unit, but dings and chips easily. A good strong paint would improve it a lot.
1047616
It is painted but will probably start rusting quickly. I wouldn't leave it in the weather for long. At least put a tarp over it.
867809
In my opinion no. The material of the wood probably wont hold the paint on there
1933467
If you remove it carefully, it doesn't hurt the paint. The adhesive can leave a residue behind, but some goof-off can resolve this.
1554475
Yes, it can be painted, but it should be abraded/primed so that it will accept & hold the paint without flaking.
1545215
Haven't tried but assume it to be the case. Its a thicker material. I say it wants to adhere to itself more than the paint. Hence I expect with a bit of heat it would pull off without harm. It wouldn't hurt to clean and wax first though.