Hello
This is my first post, (of many to come for sure).
I am familiar with replacing switch / outlet covers in a stick built house that are soiled or yellowed. In this MH the outlets and covers are together.
Can they be painted to renew the color or do I have to replace?
If I can paint, what paint is best? Primer? etc...
Thanks,
Ted
NC Coast
can you paint over outlet / switch covers?
Moderators: Greg, Mark, mhrAJ333, JD
Ted, Welcome to the family. Most of the covers just snap off, there usually are 2 snaps on the back of the cover one top and one bottom. they can be painted or try a strong cleaner first, the worst that can happen is that you have to paint it. Greg
"If I can't fix it, I can screw it up so bad no one else can either."
Hi,
Welcome to the site!
Just my 2 cents here, but make sure you shut the power off to each outlet that you wash. Even with a damp rag I have been shocked.
LOL, I have accidently rolled over the outlets when painting, I can say that they paint has never adhered well to the outlets themselves, thankfully I have always removed the plates.
Have a great day!
~Yanita~
Welcome to the site!
Just my 2 cents here, but make sure you shut the power off to each outlet that you wash. Even with a damp rag I have been shocked.
LOL, I have accidently rolled over the outlets when painting, I can say that they paint has never adhered well to the outlets themselves, thankfully I have always removed the plates.
Have a great day!
~Yanita~
The difference between success and failure is who gives up first!
I finally replaced all my outlets, switches and covers. But before i did, I used to fancy them up for everyroom by gluing material to each cover. Could always match the theme of each room.
Humanity is a parade of fools, and I'm at the front, twirling a baton!
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