Does anyone have some ideas on how to repaint a fridge safely. I have a fridge that has rust on it due to having it cleaned with cleaners. It is not a flat surface but sort of patterned.
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I had my frig repainted when I redid my kitchen. The guys that did the wall painting did it for me. Basically, I think they lightly sanded it, taped off all the chrome parts and handles, removed the grill, and using a paint gun, painted it w/a paint for metals. This was done outside, of course, and they had their protective gear on. Good luck!
I had the same experience as the first post. They did it in the house, but sealed up my kitchen with plastic. They used special appliance paint.
I repainted a frig that survived a fire, a freebie; using plain ole high-gloss spray paint. Don't think it was especially for metal. Just make sure you tape well, and sand those rust spots. Use short even sprays--try a side that won't be seen as much first, to get the hang of it.
I successfully repainted my refrigerator. It was almond and I wanted white.
The product I used was "Klenk's", which is an apoxy based paint made especially for painting appliances, tubs, tiles, etc. www.swingpaints.com/
In the Ottawa area, Home Depot does not carry it any more, but Home Hardware, as well as Sico paint stores do.
If you can't find Klenk's, do a search on "apoxy based appliance paint" or just "appliance paint" as there are other brands.
A few tips: Once mixed, this stuff is like water, not like your usual paint. Since it is hard (if not impossible to remove) once it is dry, take precautions.
Apply it with a foam roller. For a second coat, use a new roller as the paint from the first coat deteriorates the foam and little bitty pieces come off as you paint. If it's just for small areas, use a small (but disposeable brush - you can't clean the stuff) and dab rather than spread it on.
When mixing, do not add the two products together at once. Instead add a bit of one into the other, mix and incorporate, then add some more until it is all mixed.
My fridge looks great!
Good Luck!
Joyce (Ottawa, Ontario area)
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