How do I give an outdoor planter a gloss seal?

Welsh girl
by Welsh girl
  3 answers
  • Mogie Mogie on Apr 11, 2019

    Could you please finish your sentence appears it was but off?

  • Welsh girl Welsh girl on Apr 11, 2019

    Thanks. I need to “gloss” an outdoor pot. I’m going to use shellac spray. Any better ideas?

  • Vimarhonor Vimarhonor on Apr 11, 2019

    Hello, High gloss spray paint might be the perfect solution. Spray paints have come a long way now having plastic friendly options and paint and primer formulations. There are so many spray paint choices.


    I did a series of mismatched plastic planters last year with a metallic oil rubbed bronze using Rustoleum universal paint. It was a wonderful upgrade and a fabulous opportunity to cohesively unite the planters.


    Rustoleum recommendations


    PREPARE:

    Always work in a well-ventilated area. Cover the floor and nearby items with a drop cloth. Lightly scuff any glossy surfaces and wipe clean with a lint-free cloth. Use Painter’s tape to hide any surfaces you don’t want to paint.


    PAINT:

    Using slow, back-and-forth motions, spray paint each item with several light coats of spray paint, making sure to overlap each stroke slightly. Apply 2-3 coats of spray paint, waiting a few minutes in between each coat.


    FINISH:

    Let spray paint dry for approximately 1 hour before handling.

    Tip: Use of 2X Ultra Cover Primer in White provides better paint coverage and color.