How well does it work to paint tile on a backsplash?
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I don't have the budget to replace the tile, so wondering if I can paint it instead.
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Make sure the primer is specifically formulated to adhere to your backsplash, like the Zinsser Bulls-Eye that Christy used to cover her ceramic tiles. ... If painting tile is just too wild for your taste, try one of these 14 creative kitchen backsplash ideas.
https://www.designertrapped.com/paint-a-tile-backsplash/
https://www.countryliving.com/remodeling-renovation/how-to/a300/paint-tiled-backsplash/ Stephanie here is some information on how you can do this
Painting tile doesn't work well, & looks even worse!
I had nasty pink tiles on my backsplash and used BBQ black paint on them. I only had to retouch them once in 13 years around the sink area. I also painted my fireplace tiles with the same BBQ paint and it lasted 13 years except when the grand kids scratched it with their metal cars.......put just renovated that area and it was great.
I went to "explore projects" then "paint" then looked through all the tile paint tutorials. The one I found is on a tile floor, but the principle should be the same. If you care to see: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/how-to-stencil-an-elegant-tile-floor-38511884
How To: Stencil an Elegant Tile Floor