Are you looking for a new hue for your wall lights? Sparks Sparks provide a wide selection of lighting fittings in plaster and ceramic lighting fixtures that can be painted to match the interior style of your home or space.
They are referred to as “paintable lights” and painting these fittings will not void your warranty, as long as the technical parts are not altered by.
If you are planning to paint a specific wall lighting fixture or ceramic lamp that you want to paint, you must be aware of certain aspects as they are porous materials which is why there are some methods that should be followed for obtaining an excellent painted finish.
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Painting your Light Fittings – General Rules
The first rule is to not paint the ceramic or the plaster fitting when it is attached onto the wall. This isn’t recommended as it can cause unattractive cracks on the edges of the item and could cause unwanted light spills.
If there are dark marks or marks appearing on the ceramic or the plaster fittings, it’s suggested to remove them. This can be done either using a white clean eraser or a sandpaper of P600 grit (if they are larger). If you don’t get rid of the dark marks or spots and they appear in the paint.
Third: be cautious when handling the light fittings or ceramic components as they naturally soft and brittle. Be careful when handling them.
Fifth: Make sure to mark any electrical components, like lamp holders, LED lamps and so on.
Sixth: once you have painted take care to remove the masking tape carefully to ensure that all edges are straight and straight.
These are the general rules that should be adhered to regardless of what fitting you are planning to paint. We will look at more specific guidelines when it comes when it comes to painting Plaster Lights and Ceramic Lights using either the spray paint finish or the Emulsion finish.
The Best Method for Spray Painting the Lights that Paintable
The first thing to do is here are some most effective practices to use a spray paint finish on plaster lights, which is the time to spray paint the fitting of your light fixture with plaster:
Spray Primer: Apply two coats of wet high-build spray primer in white to seal the surface of the plaster.
Priming on the inside Primer should be applied on part of the area – this will make it easier to mask when you apply the colour paint.
Give it time to dry Let it dry before applying your next coating.
Masking tape Masking tape: Use masking tape to cover any internal surfaces in order to retain the original brightness, light colour and pattern.
Spray Colour Paint Apply spray color coat over (must match with primer). A number of coats are required for the desired look.
Best Practices for Emulsion Painting the Paintable Light Fittings for the Lights
Primer: Apply a primer for sealers, either which can be brushed or rolled on. One coat is enough.
Let Dry Let dry prior to applying the final colour coat.
Masking Tape Use masking tapes to cover any internal surfaces in order to keep the original light intensity, colour and pattern.
Paint the fitting apply colour emulsion to the the top of the fitting, which can be rolled on or brushed onto. If you’re using a broom, it could create a different texture. A number of coats are required to get the desired look.
The best method for applying a spray Paint to Paint Ceramic Light Fittings
Take Sanding Marks Off: Remember that some sanding marks on the surface of the ceramic could appear visible. Take away any sanding marks that are deep on the surface with P600 grit Sandpaper.
Primer apply one coat of high-build spray primer to protect the ceramic surface. Ceramic is slightly less porous than the plaster.
Spray-paint the Fitting Apply a spray color coating on the top (this is required to be compatible with the primer). A number of coats are required to get the desired finish.
Best Practices for an Emulsion Finish for Light Fittings with Paintable Ceramic
Remove Sanding Marks: A few marks made by sanding the surface of the ceramic may be visible. Get rid of any sanding marks on the surface with P600 grit Sandpaper.
Apply the primer apply one coat of high-build spray primer to seal the surface of the ceramic. Ceramic is somewhat less porous than plaster.
Paint the fitting Apply the colour emulsion over the top of the fitting, which can be brushed or rolled onto. If you’re using a broom, it could create a different texture. A number of coats are required to get the desired look.