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How to Prep Chrome for Paint

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Damaged chrome can be painted.

Normally, all chrome requires is a little polishing to keep up its shine. However, if your chrome finish has become damaged or somehow ruined, or you simply do not like the look of the chrome, you can paint over it.

Things You'll Need

  • Scrubbing pad
  • Abrasive cleaning powder
  • Adhesion promoter
  • Primer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Scrub the chrome using an abrasive powder cleaner with a scrubbing pad. Do not scrub so hard that the chrome peels. The objective is to produce a brushed aluminum look to your chrome. The abrasion effects will give the primer and paint a better surface for adhering.

    • 2

      Apply your adhesion promoter to your brushed chrome. Let it dry according to directions, approximately 15 minutes.

    • 3

      Cover the surface with a high build primer. Let it dry thoroughly. Drying times can vary with different brands of primer, so follow the manufacturer's instructions. To be safe, give it an hour. At this point, your chrome surface has been prepped for painting.

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  • Photo Credit Chrome bumper image by Dreadman from Fotolia.com

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