kindly, leave these items alone.
Paint can be magical.
But that doesnt mean you should paint everything.
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Painting some household items can even be dangerous.
So, read on for six things you should never paint in your home.
Never paint tile," she says.
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“It never looks good.
It will always look like a cheap fix, and I never like how paint adheres to tile.
It chips and can peel easily.
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If youre looking to change up your tiles on a budget, installing a peel-and-stickbacksplashis a better alternative.
Dont cover up the grain of a beautiful natural wood with paint,” she says.
“If you want to change the color, opt for a stain instead.
Paint will cover up the beautiful texture of the wood.
But this can go terribly wrong.Refinishing floorsis an incredible amount of work, even for more experienced DIYers.
Hardware
While you might be tempted to paint hardwareit’s a big no.
This includes knobs, faucets, and hinges.
With enough use, the paint will chip, scratch, and wont look fresh,” Sutton explains.
“Youre better off swapping out your hardware entirely.”
Replacing an appliance because you didnt paint it properly can be very expensive.
Youre better off waiting for a sale or saving up for a new appliance than risking it.
