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Tile paint

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Mazgg Fri 21-Nov-25 11:07:37

Has anyone successfully painted tiles?
I have recently had my home redecorated and would like to paint the tiles in my kitchen in a different colour. It's not a large area so I would like to do it myself.
I would appreciate any hints or tips

J52 Fri 21-Nov-25 11:29:46

I’ve used it in the past. I found the best way was to use a small sponge roller and paint each tile individually. Afterwards you can use a contrast to highlight the grout. I just left mine white.

sophie232 Mon 08-Dec-25 11:01:09

Yes, it works fine if you prep the tiles properly. Clean them well, lightly sand to dull the surface, then use a good tile primer so the paint has something to grip to. After that, use a specialist tile paint and take your time with thin coats. It holds up well in small kitchen areas as long as you avoid scrubbing it with anything harsh.