Painted cabinet?

[garyfalkland]

I just purchased a second hand Red Sea Max 130. I love it but my wife hates the black cabinet. Has anyone painted their cabinet. (thought about changing wife but too busy)
If so how did you get on?
What type of paint/method did you use?
Any pics?

Hope someone can help as searched internet with no help on this.

 

[Reefmack]

Welcome to Reef Sanctuary and the RSM Club!

I don't recall anyone painting the cabinet, but I would think it could be done. Maybe someone can give advice on the best type of paint to use. It would have to be something that would adhere to the vinyl/plastic covering on the cabinet, and can hold up to SW spills. I'm not sure I'd want to paint the tank rim or hood though. See what others have to say. Good luck with the tank!

 

[nanoreefing4fun]

+1 ^ don't remember any post of it being done... but bet you could

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[steved13]

You might want to experiment on one of the shelves first, at least it won't show to the public if it goes sideways on you. I would try Krylon which is made to bond to plastics, if it's a vinyl.

 

[Reefmack]

Good idea Steve. I'm just guessing on the vinyl covering. Not really sure what it is.

 

[David Shaw]

Isnt it easier just to order a replacement cabinet in a different colour ?

 

[Thespivster]

I bet it would work fine if you sprayed on a coat of primer first.

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[garyfalkland]

I found a paint that would be perfect called 'dulux cuboard paint. This is an one coat paint for those who wish to change the colors of their kitchen cuboard doors. Some nice neutral colors there too.