Use a razor blade or utility knife to remove any loose or lumpy caulking or sealant from around the edges of the.
Painting shower door surround.
You will want to rough up the entire surface of the shower enclosure so the paint can adhere well.
However even for painting i d try to remove the door from the shower or at least tape it off really well around it.
Do you think that i could put paint on top of the paint that is already there.
Use making tape to tape the areas around it.
I m assuming it s an epoxy paint because for the most part it has held up really well for many many years.
Line the edges of the shower frame where it comes into contact with the shower door or the walls of the shower with low tack painter s tape.
Rinse and allow to dry.
It should last quite awhile at least until you sell and the new owner decides to update anyway.
Before you even think about painting you have the give the shower surround a complete cleaning.
Apply an even layer of metal primer to the shower frame.
If a full out replacement is not practical one last resort option is to refinish the tub or shower with painting or resurfacing.
Instructions painting a bathtub or shower quick and easy with no big sprayers or equipment.
After cleaning it well i d use an automotive spray primer then spray paint in nickel color.
The tile in my shower and the tile that surrounds the bathtub were painted a tan pink color.
Using 320 grit sandpaper sand until the finish becomes flat.
How to paint a shower.
All purpose cleaner is usually adequate.
Sand down any rough.
Surround the shower enclosure with painter s tape blue painter s tape masking paper.
Sand glossy painted surfaces to give it some teeth for the new paint.
Scrub the shower doors frames and surrounding areas thoroughly with detergent.
I have no idea what kind of paint it is.
Sanding is a key step to be sure your project is a success.
6 tips for painting a shower surround.
How to paint a shower door frame step 1.
Apply primer to the shower surround.
Scrub shower surfaces free of mildew and soap scum before you paint.