What type of paint will stay on plastic?

Use paints that are specifically formulated to adhere to plastics. There are several available on the market such as Krylon Fusion for Plastic® , Valspar® Plastic Spray Paint , and Rust-Oleum Specialty Paint For Plastic Spray . If using regular spray paint then your item will need to be primed.

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Want to spruce up your plastic patio chairs or those plain flower pots? Maybe your kids have outgrown some of their plastic play animals and you’d like to repurpose them. Whatever the case, just because it’s plastic does not mean it’s a lost cause. Here are the basics of painting on plastic.

What Can I Paint?

Outdoor furniture

Bottles and jars

Storage containers

Closet organizers

Easter eggs

Toys

Trash cans

Light switch covers

Flowerpots

Mirrors and frames

Figurines

Plastic foliage and flowers

Décor accents

Furniture

Tip: Check your storage shed for those outdoor items you no longer use. Visit a local thrift store for outdated plastic items such as wall hanging, frames, and figurines. Turn that trash into treasure with a fresh coat of paint.

Materials

How to Paint Plastic

Prep your item:

Clean your item thoroughly with warm water and mild dish soap. Be sure to remove any grime or greasy residue. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth or towel. Wipe down the entire surface with rubbing alcohol and allow to dry. Spread out a drop cloth or old sheet in a well-ventilated area, and set your item in the center. Use a fine grit sandpaper to remove any and all shiny surfaces from your item. Be careful not to press too hard so as not to scratch the surface. Plastic is nonporous and removing its shiny surface will help your paint to adhere. Use a soft, clean brush or cloth to remove all dust from the sanding process.

Paint your item:

Once your object’s surface is completely clean and dry, block off areas you don’t want painted with painter’s tape. Before painting, read the directions on your can of spray paint. Generally, you’ll need to thoroughly shake the can before starting, and in-between applications. To ensure you have a good can of paint, or even that it’s the right color, do a test spray on a piece of cardboard, newspaper or your drop cloth. To apply, position the nozzle toward your object, and spray a light, thin layer of paint. With this first layer, your object should not be fully covered. Give each layer a few minutes to dry before adding the next one. It should take multiple thin, even layers to refresh your item’s color without over-painting. Allow your item to dry completely before displaying or using.

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Who owns Edsal manufacturing?

Monomoy Founded in 1957, Edsal manufactures, sources and distributes branded and private label storage products for garages, tool sheds and basements.

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Monomoy Acquires Edsal Manufacturing

Founded in 1957, Edsal manufactures, sources and distributes branded and private label storage products for garages, tool sheds and basements. The company is the market leader in residential steel shelving sold through the home improvement, big box and mass retail channels with a growing presence in e-commerce sales. Edsal also manufactures steel cabinets and lockers for homes and small businesses; industrial racking products and free-standing tool boxes; plus a variety of related products for garage and basement organization. The Company operates 15 facilities in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, California and China and currently employs over 1,000 team members. Monomoy Capital Partners is a private investment firm with $1.5 billion in committed capital across a family of three investment funds. We invest in the debt and equity of middle market businesses that can benefit from operational and financial improvement with a focus on manufacturing, distribution and consumer product businesses in North America and Europe.