Can you successfully paint ceramic tile?

Answer by  Aumlanka (291)

Yes you can. You will want to visit a good paint store and get the correct type of paint. You will need to clean the tile well.

Answer by  Joe80 (866)

Yes, you can paint ceramic tile successfully with enamel or acrylic paint. First thing you do is clean the tile thoroughly to remove any dirt and grease. Second make sure the tile is dry. Then finally, paint the tile.

Answer by  beck (1099)

It has certainly been done but is not very durable, especially in a damp bathroom environment. An epoxy paint would be best for durability. There may be new products available so be sure to ask someone who works in a paint store for the latest. It will be very hard to bond the paint to the non-porous tile.

Answer by  PainterLady (42)

Yes, IF you're not trying to paint over tile that will continuously get wet. The key is surface preparation. Resolve mildew and grout problems. Clean the tile with a commercial cleaner. Sand the tile (220-grit), prime it, sand again, and paint. Some say latex works. In my experience, oil-based primers and paints get better results on challenging surfaces.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

You should be able to. Just scuff the surface or apply an adhesion promoter/primer to give the paint something to cling to. Then clean and paint.

Answer by  setonlazalier (5)

Yes, ceramic tiles can be painted, although sometimes they require multiple coats to achieve the most brilliant representation of the color in question.

Answer by  TB6465 (102)

Honestly i have never tried to paint a ceramic tile so im really not sure. If the tile is a rough texture yes maybe you can but if its smooth and slick probably not so successfully. The paint may not dry so great or it may just chip off way to easily.

Answer by  SandyG (807)

Yes, but it takes some effort. First, lightly scuff up the surface with fine sandpaper. Wipe away all dust. Then use a good quality water-based primer. Then you can paint it, probably 2 coats so it looks good. Use a foam roller & 2 inch trim brush for all coats.

Answer by  holdencaulfield (34)

Yes you can successfully paint ceramic tile. All you need to do is make sure that you prime the tile first with a good quality bonding primer.