The paint manufacturers do not want you to paint a light colored vinyl a dark color.
Can i paint vinyl shutters black.
Dupli color hvp106 flat black high performance vinyl fabric paint provides great coverage and well color as well and it is very flexible after application.
Based on my experience the two best paints for painting plastic shutters are duration and super paint from sherwin williams.
If your front door is wood go for color.
This can cause excessive heat buildup in the vinyl which can lead to excessive expansion and contraction of the vinyl.
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In the past vinyl was typically something you wanted to avoid painting.
How to paint vinyl shutters.
I ve been spraying shutters with these products for many years without any problems.
You are free to paint your shutters whatever color you like but just know that if you do not use the vinyl safe paint on vinyl shutters and you paint your shutters black they will warp and it will void the warranty since you used a color they tell you not to use.
If the shutters have been around a while you ll need to clean them before painting.
Vinyl shutters are popular because they are durable cost effective and easy to install.
No matter what color your house is black is classic which is why i chose to paint my vinyl shutters black.
Painting vinyl shutters is not only possible but it s actually quite easy as well.
If you can use it properly you ll get the perfect color.
If they are new check with the manufacturer to see if they need any special cleaning and follow their painting instructions.
Anyway the closest to black that i could get was black of night.
Just think about all of the other colors of your home.
Best paint for vinyl shutters.
Vinyl is naturally maintenance free but once you apply a coat of paint to it you now have to worry about maintenance.
Since you had green shutters to start with though you can paint them a similar color of green and expect no problems.
Ask this old house painter mauro henrique helps a homeowner properly clean and paint her vinyl shutters.
Yes you can repaint plastic or vinyl shutters.
I want my front door to stand out it s bright yellow and the shutters to be a supporting detail.
The paint is waterproof so if you want you can paint your outdoor vinyl surfaces with this paint.