How to paint plastic edging?

[jesskate88]

I am wanting to paint these melamine edgings back to the white. 

What kind of paint do I need to get? And would a paint brush or small pain roller work better? 

 

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @jesskate88 

That  edge looks  like it was  painter allready which is  good as you wont have to undercoat a melamine edge.

All the acrylic paints on the market are pretty good and  clean up in water.   Can I recommend  you buy a sample pot of  paint in the color white you choose as sample pots are less expensive than 1 litre paint tins.

A small brush will work well her as there is less cleanup. But feel  free to  use a small roller if you want.

Taubmans 500ml White Sample Pot

https://www.bunnings.com.au/taubmans-500ml-white-sample-pot_p1540712

I/N: 1540712

$10.95

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @jesskate88. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about painting melamine.

As mentioned, melamine (plastic) typically requires a special primer. You'd then be able to paint over it with a suitably hard-wearing enamel paint. 

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Mitchell