Spray Painting Wall Lights

Spray painting an outdoor brass light fixture.

Spray painting wall lights.

Here it is before and the old wall paint color and here it is now along with the new wall paint color. This will take a few minutes but it s worth it. If you choose to leave it in place carefully tape the surrounding area. First we took down the old fixture.

She asked me why and i explained to her i didn t like the original color and i was using the things to. I used this same painting method on some fixtures in my bathroom over a year ago. You can see a sneak peek of the old gallery wall. Disassemble the light fixture and remove the glass panes.

Then on with my makeover. Painting an outdoor light fixture is a simple project. But just look at that fixture would you ever guess it s been painted. It got a little paint too.

When spraying bigger items i use this set up or a tent shelter. You don t want to get spray paint on your wall it s oil based and that wont work if you need to paint over it with latex. So i know the method works plus it stays put and looks great for the long haul. You will need to prepare the area before opening the paint can.

How to update a brass light fixture using spray paint to get a glossy finish. Back to good spray painting practices. Spray paint and primer in one formula of spray paint. You can either remove the light fixture from the wall or ceiling or you can paint it in place.

Best practice for spray painting the paintable plaster lights. One of my 10 year old daughter s friends came over one time as i was spray painting something. Turn the power off to the light fixture. First i took out the bulbs and took off the shades then i taped around the sconces where it met the wall with painter s tape.

Paint mask to help lessen breathing in the paint fumes. First i headed to walmart for my light bulbs and spray paint. First of all here are some of the best practices for a spray paint finish for plaster lights that is when you wish to spray paint your plaster light fitting. Use two wet coats of white high build spray primer to seal the plaster surface.

Remove the screws holding the light fixture. This is best when painting with a brush since spray paint has a tendency to dust everything in the room. Spray painting light fixtures. Use an electrical tester to make sure the power is off.

I ll be sharing the new foyer look once i get it finished. I am always spray painting something and i had to giggle at you trying to explain spray paint to a 5 year old. Exterior spray paint is the best product to use for this application. Read the label carefully when purchasing the spray paint.