How to Spray Paint Ceramic Pottery? — Spinning Pots

Ceramic pottery ware has a shiny surface which causes most to assume that it cannot be spray painted and the only way to introduce color is through glaze firing. However, this is far from the truth. Ceramics can just as easily be painted with spray paint, and all you need to do is follow a few extra steps. But why do beginner potters feel that ceramic cannot be spray painted? And how can you spray paint your ceramic pottery the right way? Let us check out the tips and techniques!

Why Does Spray Painting Ceramic Pottery Require Extra Efforts And Caution?

Ceramic pieces tend to be a great work of art, especially when colored the right way. Spray paint is versatile and can stick to most surfaces. However, one might wonder if it is just as true for slippery smooth, and shiny surfaces like ceramic or glass.

First off, you need to find out if your ceramic pottery is glazed or unglazed. So, why is this important? Glazing your ceramic pottery doesn’t just impart strength, color, and waterproofing. It also makes the rough surface smooth and shiny. Your glaze can either be glossy or matte. As obvious from the name, glossy glazes create beautiful reflective, and shiny surfaces. However, matter glazes tend to keep the shine on the down low. Yet the smoothness is just…