Ask this old house painter mauro henrique helps a homeowner properly clean and paint her vinyl shutters.
Can i paint vinyl shutters black.
This can cause excessive heat buildup in the vinyl which can lead to excessive expansion and contraction of the vinyl.
If you can use it properly you ll get the perfect color.
Just think about all of the other colors of your home.
If your front door is wood go for color.
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.
Vinyl shutters are popular because they are durable cost effective and easy to install.
After a few years however the shutters can dull in color and not look as eye pleasing as before.
Yes you can repaint plastic or vinyl shutters.
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The paint is waterproof so if you want you can paint your outdoor vinyl surfaces with this paint.
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.
How to paint vinyl shutters.
Since you had green shutters to start with though you can paint them a similar color of green and expect no problems.
No matter what color your house is black is classic which is why i chose to paint my vinyl shutters black.
Best paint for vinyl shutters.
Painting vinyl shutters is not only possible but it s actually quite easy as well.
In the past vinyl was typically something you wanted to avoid painting.
Vinyl is naturally maintenance free but once you apply a coat of paint to it you now have to worry about maintenance.
The paint manufacturers do not want you to paint a light colored vinyl a dark color.
Not all exterior paints can be used on vinyl.
If mildew or mold is present kill it using a mixture of one part bleach to four parts water in a pump up garden sprayer or spray bottle then rinse thoroughly with a hose.
If they are new check with the manufacturer to see if they need any special cleaning and follow their painting instructions.
I want my front door to stand out it s bright yellow and the shutters to be a supporting detail.