Can I paint lamp shades

Question

I think they are a muslin material and they have a few small stains on them. I picked them up at a thrift store for 99 cents. What kind of paint should I use??

Alice · Answer

Yes you can. I've found 2 different spray paints that work well. Rust-Oleum Fabric & Vinyl Flexible Coating Gloss and HomeShades Spray Paint

GrandmasHouseDIY · Answer

Hi Lynne I tried painting my own thrift store lamp shades in the passed and never could get the paint even enough (no matter how many coats). It looked fine as long as the light was off but when the light was on the shades came out blotchy. I learned my lesson and now cover them in fabric instead.

Elizabeth Michels Pinizzotto · Answer

my first idea was spray paint. Here are some other ideas

http://littleinspiration.com/2012/02/10-diy-lamp-shade-ideas.html

Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA · Answer

Yes you can! There is such a variety of paints available for fabric these days. I would visit a good fabric, craft or hobby store (or go on line and read reviews) before purchasing.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/change-color-lamp-shades-56737.html

Johnavallance82 · Answer

Chalk paint, Emulsion Paint................

Emily · Answer

I agree with Grandma above. I would first wash them and see if the stain comes out. If it does I would dye them. Rits dye.

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