Clean, Dry Surface - Clean your plates with soap and water and be sure to dry completely.Wall paint or spray paint in desired colorĬlean work surface covered with wax paper or plastic wrap Paint primer (only if not painting on metal plates - Rustoleum Painter's Touch Ultracover Primer is a great choice). Note: lightswitch plates that were painted while still on the wall (perhaps because a painter didn't bother to remove them) will never have a clean crisp edge again.
Switchplates that have been painted too many times tend to have a thick, lumpy look, so it may be best to buy new ones in this situation. Previously painted cover plates may be used as long as they were prepared properly the first time they were painted. Should You Buy New Plates or Repaint Current Ones?
Whether you are wanting switch plates to match your wall color, looking to add bold color accents, or are simply searching for an affordable way to freshen up ugly, dingy switchplates, this fun, quick project is a great way to add style and color to your home. So when you're ready to update your decor, you can easily give your wall switch plates a fresh new look. Quickly create professional-looking painted switch plates using the simple step-by-step instructions below.
