When working with a budget of minuscule proportions it can be challenging to update a bathroom. Using porcelain paint is a fabulous way of updating the space without incurring a lot of costs. Paint is the miracle “drug” of home improvements! Painting a sink, we discovered, can really make a huge update to an outdated bathroom.
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Before painting this sink was in good shape but in an outdated color. Using paint was a good option because the sink was solid and in good repair but needed a refreshing.
The kind of paint you use for this type of project is a specialty paint that you can find at home improvement stores as well as online. I've included a quick link to the product. This particular product is from Rustoleum and is one of the better one's we have found to use.
Okay, here’s the afters of this same vanity with the updated sink.
Yep, nothing big happening to the base. A fresh coat of paint and the charcoal color on the edges of the doors to give it some oomph. And look at that sink! It’s bright white. It’s lovely!
Did it last? It did. Prepping is most important and we can't stress enough how much you need to follow those directions on the paint!
Adelina says
Does the kit come in multiple colors or just white? Need to redo my sink before the 4th lol!
Nellie says
You know, I only remember seeing white but it has been about 2 years since I did this and I wouldn't be surprised to hear they have added additional colors.
anovak says
Would this also work for a bathtub?
the Bellie says
I'm not positive. The sink has held up, but water doesn't sit in it for long periods of time like it would in a bathtub.
Kelley says
Hi! I am thinking about doing this to my sink. How has it held up for you? Thanks!
the Bellie says
Surprisingly, it has held up just fine!
Jackelynn Woolley says
All who are posting about what paint she used. Go to the repainted tile wall page there's a pic. Rustoleum Tub andTile. Planning on trying this as soon as I get into my house. Thanks!
Frances says
Can you paint black shiny tiles???
Nellie says
Im sure you can. I would take a fine grit sandpaper to them first to give the paint a bit more to stick too.
Jodie says
So I'm thinking of doing this in my bathroom and was glad to see your post. I'd found several about painting countertops, but not very many posts on doing the sink as well. Also glad to see it's holding up well.
Do you have to do anything special for cleaning it?
miznelliebellie says
Not at all. I clean the same way. I'm a bit more cautious about scratching it, I think. But, other than that...same as usual!
Dana says
How is the paint holding up now. Its been just under a year, is the sink peeling?
miznelliebellie says
the paint is holding up great! The only thing I would do differently is take off the faucet and paint...not tape and paint. There is a bit of peeling around the faucet area.
Anonymous says
Please post the type of paint you used and if you did any sanding etc.
sharon says
Please tell me what type of paint you used for the vanity.
Thank you
Holly Lefevre says
It looks great! I almost tried to paint my ugly bathroom...but was chicken. Now I think I should have tried! I love how you call paint the miracle drug of home improvement! Add the bun feet - it will look great...I did that in my (kind of cheapo) kitchen remodel.
Livin In Duckville says
I can't believe that you posted this! I am in the process of re-doing MY bathroom & in a quandary about what to do with the sink. This is AMAZING!! Woo hoo! I'm excited! Thanks!
debbie says
Looking real good there girl. Amazing what a little money, creativity and paint can do!
cassie says
WOW!!!! what a difference! it looks amazing!
Jen @ Four Marrs & One Venus says
Gosh dang you are good. Still under 50 Bucks for your Bathroom!?! Crazy Cool! And painting a sink..this is why I love your blog!!