Can melamine paneling be painted it’s in the bathroom??

by Gert Caldwell

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Janet Pizaro on Apr 30, 2018

https://www.hunker.com/12313397/how-to-paint-over-bathroom-paneling

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Laura Cooper on Apr 30, 2018

Melamine is a little tricky because it has such a slippery finish on it. I would sand it lightly, then use a really good primer. Test the primer on a small area first. If it doesn't scrap off after it dries, then paint the whole surface with it. Finish with a good quality latex enamel or acrylic paint.

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AmAtHome on Apr 30, 2018

There is paint made for melamine, I think it's called Cabinet Rescue. I also think the Krylon or Rustoleum spray paints designed for plastic would work.

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Ton6108226 on Apr 30, 2018

You need to scuff the gloss off with sandpaper and coat them with a good BONDING primer. Be sure to clean the surface well first.

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Missy Burch on Apr 30, 2018

chalk paint will stick to almost anything.

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Deb K on Jan 08, 2023

Hello Gert, yes you can paint paneling. Hope these help you out.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2v0EgYXDsA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKJL-2tJcEo

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Redcatcec on Jan 08, 2023

Sand with 220 grit sand paper, prime, and paint.

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