Paint Plastic Shower Curtain?

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Can a plastic shower curtain be painted upon. I just want a few decorations on the curtain,not the whole thing. I don't want a fabric curtain because we Need the light coming through as much as possible. I may even want to get a clear curtain if I can put design on in paint of some sort? What do you think?

Sharrell Kilgore · Answer

Yes, honey! Take that curtain down and go to town. I would paint on the outside, rather that soggy wet inside. This would be an application for a latex paint, or possibly spray paint with the right preparation.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Because of the humidity in a bathroom it may be better to dress up your room in another way, as I am not sure if paint etc. will remain on plastic.

Jean Myles · Answer

Have you thought of using duck tape or I think its called washy tape ? Check out the craft store in your area they have so many colours and lots od designs this would be so much easier to look after no hassle. I don't think paint would last very long .

Sheila · Answer

Forget the paint. Try stringing some colorful beads in different lengths and attaching them to the curtain hooks. Or you might tie colorful ribbons in different lengths to the curtain hooks. I think paint could turn into a disaster.

Sharrell Kilgore · Answer

If you are planning to tape off your design, spray paint would be fine. Most have a primer built in so other than the risk of overspray, I would use spray paint. If you are planning to free-hand or use a stencil, I would use either acrylic craft paint or latex paint with a brush or sponge. Hope that helps.

Mary Ann Toohey · Answer

I've used permanent marker on shower curtains and it works great. Use them to write quotations, phrases, words, anything that will cheer up your bathroom.

Lucy Nunn · Answer

I was going to say Sharpies! But Mary Ann beat me to it. :)

Charro · Answer

Maybe stencil a monogram on it. Monograms are very popular right now and it would look very rich...

Charro · Answer

Why are you having an issue with light in there?

Kate · Answer

Bernice--To address your issue with light, how about a curtain whose top 1/3 is clear vinyl? You still have necessary privacy while showering, (unless you're well over 6 ft) and you.can keep the shower curtain closed when not in use to keep toiletries out of sight. Here's one to give you an idea. http://www.overstock.com/Bedding-Bath/Antibacterial-and-Antimicrobial-Mildew-Resistant-See-Through-Top-Clear-White-Vinyl-Shower-Curtain/10373308/product.html

Brenda Turnquest · Answer

I have a heavy duty curtain that I painted over 20 yrs. ago using regular craft acrylic paints. Just free handed flowers, leaves and stems. Still looks good.

Liliana Wells · Answer

See this project that I just saw posted on HomeTalk http://www.oursecondhandhouse.com/2013/11/diy-painted-shower-curtain.html

Carole Bisby · Answer

What about some decal's I see a lot of pretty ones at the Dollar tree!!

Gayle · Answer

I ALWAYS use a heave duty clear shower curtain by itself. I saw the movie Psycho! You can use acrylic paints on the plastic. Go to Michael's and ask them for ideas. Good luck with this project. Sounds like fun.

Jean Myles · Answer

I just bought a clear plastic shower curtain with some blue circles on it for $2.00. There were a few different patterns to choose from .Worth checking out .

Johnchip · Answer

If this is used by guests, i would not do a hand painting unless you are a good artist. It can look cheap if done poorly.

Bernice H · Answer

Just not gonna bother with such a small irritation., yup!

Deb · Answer

Acrylic paint does the job for me. I bought 2 clear shower liners, painted fishies on one side and spray adhesives the 2 liners together. The shower liners are much cheaper than shower curtains

Nag29286820 · Answer

Thanks for this cool idea,I will try

Bella · Answer

Can someone please tell me what kind of spray paint and or paint that guarantee a good stick to plastic shower curtians,and where can I find it?

Jennifer Deloach · Answer

I saw online earlier that on Plastic to use Acrylic based paint fabric paint and to use rubber based paint on vinyl. I liked the comment about the sharpies and the clear wall decals on the plastic. I will try these on inexpensive shower curtains first. LOL It does sound like fun!

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