Painted Plastic Meter Boxes

[ben1979]

Someone has painted these in the past and it's all cracked and horrible. Some has come off, other bits are stuck fast. How do I get it off before recoating?

 

[MarkBarl]

Rub it down. It is probably looking rough because the last person didn't.

 

[JohnD]

I find white sprit and steel wool are good for preparing the surface of plastic things like pipes and meter boxes. It doesn't leave scratches like sandpaper can.

Just use one flowing coat of non-drip gloss - no undercoat or primer. If the previous person used them I think you will need to rub down to the base plastic.

Mine has lasted over 15 years and is getting a bit dull but not flaking or chipping.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n228/JohnD_UK/POL_0136.jpg
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n228/JohnD_UK/POL_0135.jpg

 

[ben1979]

Thanks, will give it a go!

 

[ben1979]

All looks good 3 coats later (when will I learn to resist cheap Wilkinsons paint?). Thanks for your help!