The coating of a gas stove tends to lose its appearance over time. A common problem, the appearance of cracks in the paint layer, occurs due to the constant exposure to high temperatures and mechanical damage. This problem can be solved independently by painting the plate again in its native color, or you can be creative and choose a non-standard one.
Types of Tile Coating
The content of the article
- Types of Tile Coating
- What paint to choose
- The best way to paint a gas stove
- Painting works
Which paint will be used depends on the coating material of the board. A common base for each is alloy steel. However, the outer layer may be different. Three types of coating are distinguished:
Stainless steel
The material is the easiest to operate and has an attractive appearance. But, in comparison with analogues, it is quite expensive. Steel can be either glossy or brushed.
- Ceramics
Ceramic coating perfectly tolerates the influence of temperatures and is immune to minor damage.
- Enamel
The most budget version of the protective layer. Despite the aesthetic appearance, enamel deteriorates the fastest.
What paint to choose
When choosing a paint, be sure to consider the specifics of the coating. Since the surface is heated daily and the paint must be able to tolerate it. However, you should not overdo it with refractoriness, because the greatest heating falls on the grate, which will not be painted. The working surface itself rarely heats above 70 ° C. It is on this value that one should be guided. To work with structural elements located away from the burners, ordinary conductive paint is also suitable.
It is important!
Be sure to read the instructions posted on the spray can, and strictly comply with it. Ignoring the manufacturer's recommendations can harm your health!
The best way to paint a gas stove
Given the small amount of work, there are two optimal application options: aerosol spray can and spray gun. Both methods will ensure uniformity and the necessary accuracy of application, but, choosing between them, preferences should be given to the spray can. This option is more economical, because, unlike the spray gun, the paint will not settle on the surface of the tool.
Tip
Do not rush to throw away the remaining paint. Its surplus can be stored for a long time in a can without losing its properties. Use it in the future to decorate other elements at home.
Painting works
The process is not difficult and is within the power of everyone. The algorithm of actions is as follows:
- Remove a layer of the old damaged paint with a metal brush.
- Clean and degrease the surface of the stove.
- To protect other elements of the kitchen from unwanted staining, cover them with paper or cellophane.
- Ventilate the kitchen by opening doors and windows.
- Proceed to the first painting. The can is best kept at a distance of 30 cm from the surface.
- Apply another coat 3-4 minutes after the first. This will ensure color uniformity.
- The work is completed and your stove again looks like new.
