Painting Ceramic Tiles: How to Update Your Bathroom Without Remodeling!

Do you hate your old bathroom tiles, but don’t have the skills or knowledge to change them? In this video, we'll show you how to paint ceramic tile and give your bathroom a complete makeover!
This ceramic tile painting technique will totally brighten up your space and completely transform your bathroom. Anyone can try painting bathroom tiles this way, no matter your skill level!
How to paint ceramic tile
0:00 1. Introduction
0:18 2. Cleaning Tiles
0:25 3. Scouring Tiles
0:32 4. Mixing Cleaner
0:48 5. Cleansing Tiles
0:58 6. Rinsing Tiles And Repeating
1:05 7. Taping Edges
1:20 8. Painting Tiles
2:33 9. Removing Tape
2:47 10. Before And After Reveal
2:56 11. Outro
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Tools and materials:
• Protective gloves amzn.to/3vl0qK1
• Protective mask amzn.to/3VqZFdc or amzn.to/4akf9DX
• Cloth
• Scouring cloth amzn.to/3IJUs8F
• Tile cleaner amzn.to/3IFZxyS
• Painter's tape amzn.to/4amITAe
• Tile paint amzn.to/43llixv and amzn.to/4a0ZgCx
• Roller and roller tray
• Paintbrush
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[@JAG1762]

Thanks for showing the basic steps of the DIY concept. The color is refreshing. As others have pointed out, the tiles need more paint. Good job.

[@Noname-ni8qm]

Not only this they need a top coat ,cus with this pain i dont bealive to last

[@StacyForest738]

Thank you for this video...it convinced me to just leave mine as is. I appreciate the realistic process and outcome.

[@JazmaParker1]

Lol

[@justpeachy3117]

Lmaooooo

[@logan5326]

Hahaha

[@fhood2011]

That was cold

[@LizaLavolta]

i mean, same

[@Babyjohn8170]

I thought the blue title looked good. A simple update with new bathroom decor, a faucet, new shower head or something like that would have done wonders. However, I do appreciate the hard work you put into trying something new for your home.👍🏼 If you like it, that's all that truly matters.😊

[@deborahnail3306]

This is great if the tile is ugly but the tile was a pretty shade of blue. The first house that we bought had tile like this but a darker blue and I don’t know who,’they’ were but they laid tile that lasted for decades ‼️🇺🇸

[@valeriestewart1578]

I think it was the lighting that made it look streaked. Great job!

[@NaturallyGifted77]

It looks like it needed another coat.

[@StillVoice_]

I agree.

[@ms.sunshine2u635]

Naturally Gifted ,I thought the same thing.

[@Axehand]

Yep, looks unfinished

[@secretheart7125]

confirm👌

[@b3at2]

it looked shitty lol

[@stephanie-]

This is actually pretty cool! I didn't know this was an option.

[@dostagirl9551]

I preferred the previous color as well, but what bothers me is that on the revealed finished shot, it didn’t look like the paint applied evenly. Some parts had a bit of feathering or light wash bleed-through.

[@chrisdaviesguitar]

was definitely some very bad runs in the paint

[@ae5631]

and the joints were also not painted properly

[@777jlap]

This video was right on time thank you so much I’m going to do this

[@kittielala]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!!💓

[@jimjamison8247]

i would have liked to see an up close look after it was completed. Hard to tell how nice (or not) it really is.

[@alexl2371]

I heard it starts peeling off after like a year or a lot of exposure to moisture or water...is this true?

[@TheartofboxingMEX]

it might be better if you sand before painting

[@JohnPrikkel]

@@alexl2371 yep I bought a house with paint peeling off the shower tiles. A mess to remove.

[@MrSesseLind]

@@TheartofboxingMEX lol

[@JustLikeAFlower]

@@alexl2371 super late but outdoor paint works really well

[@marbleflooringjitendrasharma]

Nice

[@blond1116]

I absolutely love it!

[@lorenzanob]

I personally prefer the original blue tiles. They looked just fine. 😉

[@flowerbomb188]

I liked the old blue. Lol because I have that same color. Besides vintage is cool.

[@dianagsrcia691]

Omg!! I didn’t think this was possible!!!!! Thaaaank you thank you!!

[@ericmorris5914]

Looks great! Good job!

[@wetdewlap8741]

Really cool you can do this... however, It definitely needed one more coat.

[@atlakatl3555]

Or a primer coat would've helped

[@vickiestgeorge314]

What did you use to clean the tiles with and did you use a special paint for ceramic tiles?

[@priscillanix8779]

This looks fun!! Really like how it turned out. Thanks for posting.

[@l.f7203]

Beautiful the blue.

[@andraea_346]

I like the blue, very unique color

[@allthings8953]

It dried so glossy 👍

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

I like the white tile. It will stay durable if you let it set for a week or two bf using. It’s easier to clean than the original tile. Also from trial and error plus after watching other pros. Using a really good primer before helps it stay durable. Lasts longer. I like how bright it looks

[@tintintintin576]

Thanks for this advice. . So, am I supposed to apply tile primer after etching the surface with the help of sandpaper, right? Also, after applying primer, for how many hours am I supposed to wait?

[@trinarosado3834]

She gave us a foundation on how to upgrade are own bathrooms. When I do my bathroom I’ll add another coat and go over the spots that are missed. I’m sure it will look *AWESOME* THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR DYI BATHROOM MAKEOVER 👍

[@user-mu1uz4mx5c]

Which kit did you purchase? Can you do a follow up to see how it holds up? Thanks! Looks great!

[@brandinshaeffer8970]

It definitely peels. It's happening my shower right now :( But it lasts a few years, so I guess you just repaint later?? I'm not sure - but I'm about to have to find out bc it looks god awful when it peels!

[@OCC_Plumbing_and_Restorations]

What a beautiful blue.

[@m1y00t00b]

Would love to see a follow up video on how well the paint aged and how you keep it clean.

[@robhingston]

I done this to my tiles and I was amazed, amazed that within six months it looked terrible

[@jasonwrex]

Looks great!

[@Charmingpreppylife]

I love it!

[@UnseenSpirit]

How will the water affect this paint and what about cleaning products? Usually tiles have a clear coat on top if I'm not mistaken

[@Ananda_sounds]

the paint drips are driving me insane!

[@Cre8ivejunkie]

ThxU did the Vedic. Can you clean the night before?

[@nelidaquintana6419]

Good job

[@CP-lo2bh]

Used Gripper primer from big box store, painted with exterior high gloss paint. Used in the bathroom and it has been there for years without issue. I would never paint the tub as some do, it just will not last.

[@chriscornelius2518]

What about paint leveling or brush strokes? How do you keep from getting them? That is my problem.

[@karixx5]

Chris Cornelius you have to use a roller

[@chriscornelius2518]

@@karixx5 any certain type?

[@paulawathen8138]

Did you use this in the Shower Stall where its exposed to water? Is it still holding up for you. I desperately want to paint my shower tiles. Thank You!

[@arrepuess]

Im a professional refinisher and trust when i say this is half fast temporary painting. You must use niosh respirator if you do “ toxic”. Count on it yellowing and peeling off in short time. Then be ready to pay a professional to strip off all that paint, and resurface it for real. You need chemicals to properly refinish. “Not clean and roll on cheap epoxy”

[@davejohn255]

Or you could just replace the tile yourself for $200...Tiling is simple...

[@PierSilver]

@@davejohn255 Are we going to pretend tiling is as simple as this? Now, please look at how inept were the people doing this job... would you say they can re-tile this bathroom? Not a chance.

[@chex313]

@@PierSilver I guess one just thinks things like tiling are easy , when you have been in the trades for 50 years...

[@cesrelawrence-towner9453]

Can this method be used for doing a toilet or sink basin?

[@zaytyga]

does the paint hold up to cleaning the tile with scrub pads or more thick course towels or bleach based cleaners?

[@tamiweber7118]

Looks Great 💯💜💯💜💯💜💯💜💯💜

[@cookesflooring]

Pretty Good!

[@bethwillard7795]

Looks nice 😉

[@leahj9564]

What kind of cleaner you use it? I would really appreciate it 🙏

[@margaretharper3761]

What kind of paint did you use?

[@derpherpp]

This b doesn’t reply anything so don’t bother

[@Secretariat1950]

Would I repeat the steps for the first and second coat if I wanted a third?

[@pamelautopianchoices7598]

What was the product used to paint tile? I didn’t notice that in this video

[@HollyVanHart]

😍 Thanks for sharing! ✔️ 😍 🌟

[@keepondoubletruckin8466]

Thank You

[@seymourgreen-musicgroup]

Great video

[@jmahoney9561]

You didn’t show the paint can, was that a special kind of paint for painting tile, or was it regular wall paint?

[@ambermac77]

Looks so great and updated!! Love it! 💖 I wonder how the paint will hold up? Looks like you did a great job of prepping!

[@marytramp5678]

it doesn't starts peeling after about a year.

[@lour58]

@@marytramp5678 it does or doesn’t?

[@marytramp5678]

@@lour58 does... sorry

[@boogiesorency5716]

Mine was done professionly. Started to peel 3 years later. Only warranted for 2 year. Hmm...guess they did their homework.

[@jussarafernandes2392]

That blue was pretty.

[@krissyivy4]

Glad I saw this I'm 200 percent doing a bath fitter

[@chrisl9608]

What brand of paint were you using?

[@alfredomendoza8239]

great to bring out the white again.

[@nicoleprimus7069]

What kind of paint do you use ? Latex or enamel?

[@nyccrcsx]

Can you use this on floor tile and after first coat with 3 hrs can you walk on it ?

[@noah9006]

great instructional video! Epoxy is like the homeowner's duct tape, only better. It'll last longer than the tile and grout by a good 30 years. Though, personally I did like the original *classic* baby blue (very common mid-century and before) tiles.

[@zendyk]

I liked the old color better!

[@RosemaryAmey]

The tiles looked like they were in perfect condition. I bet the painted finish won't be as durable and easy to clean as the original glaze.

[@chrisscottwatson]

But you dont know whether it is or not, so why even say anything?

[@ILLKICKAKIID]

This Is Freedom they are right. I did this and it doesn’t hold as good. Just my opinion

[@tintintintin576]

@@ILLKICKAKIID didn't hold good!? Really... I think I should stop thinking about doing this. 😑😔

[@robalan57]

Is there any water based paint that can be used?

[@divinediva_]

I have blue tiles too. So many here are saying how much they like it, lol. I HATE it. I think I'm just going to purchase a new shower curtain instead.🤣🤣🤣

[@Candicedavis0405]

Divine Diva same here I have blue tiles and I’m so over it this is a less expensive way to update my bathroom until I can get it completely redone professionally

[@divinediva_]

@@Candicedavis0405 It is so NOT a good look to me. I inherited it, but to each his/her own.

[@daddieslilhorcrux]

Can you use that kit on the flooring tiles??

[@amarisrodriguez2224]

Very nice

[@rockyesterline7942]

Where can you buy this epoxy paint for tile

[@dhjoubert39]

There is another option. You can chip the tiles and apply a thin layer of marble plaster. It looks stunning. I'll be doing mine soon and will post a video.

[@qspraggs7499]

Hello, did you post your video yet?

[@dhjoubert39]

@@qspraggs7499 I haven't done it yet. I'll do it later on.

[@valeriep.4716]

Anxious to see how this is done! When is "later on?"

[@angelanekbbsb]

Please share when you do

[@chuy25]

@@valeriep.4716 never lol

[@jashyboo]

Damn this seems intense lol are there any products released then to make it easier

[@alliswell2798]

Pls share what kind of paint used on it

[@douglasvancier7683]

Can you kind of white wash it so parts of the darker tile will show through underneath to give it an aged look if you have a black or gray tile underneath??

[@JamesCorbettMusic5000]

Use a coloured grout pen to redo the grout lines, I painted tiles satin white, and used a light grey grout pen.

[@MMM-vl8zu]

What paint do u use ?

[@claytonbrown9264]

I liked the blue tile. I would have changed the showerhead and faucet.

[@jacquelinemullan4900]

I liked it.before it broke.up the othet white tiles.

[@mrxexes]

Can you paint floor tiles the same way?

[@kimmomarlow4125]

Will the stuff seal a leaky radiator?

[@denissota6353]

Hallo.What type of paint do you use??

[@theotom4878]

Primer before painting. More strong.

[@gabrielapirvu07]

What kind of paint was? Oil based or water based?

[@ThisThingCalledLife4]

FYI: Those kind of masks do not protect from paint fumes, only dust particles. You need a respirator.

[@sandradurkin905]

agree with you

[@number1yota]

They don't work against viruses either . . . .

[@StacyForest738]

@@number1yota They work against particles...the virus is in particles. 70% effective if both parties, the infected and noninfected are wearing one. Please educate yourself.

[@number1yota]

@@StacyForest738 the virus particles are so small that they go straight through these masks. There are medical masks that can filter the particles, however dusk masks don't do the job. Please educate yourself.

[@StacyForest738]

@@number1yota LOL. I have worked for decades in allergy and immunology, but by all means, I am sure your info is sound.

[@Ginopinzon]

It looked uneven color at the end... Different shades of white.

[@rosewood9839]

Can you paint a fiberglass tub & surround?

[@mrblack5147]

What about a floor ? How did you cover it?

[@SpadesWinner]

So how to clean tub after you paint? Do you still scrub or just wipe often?

[@Hometalk]

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[@xteric1]

can you sand and buffer to remove orange peal and runs?

[@susanredgwell2418]

It's been 6 months since you posted this video. How is the paint holding up? What are your recommendations for cleaning? Thanks for sharing.

[@wobu5361]

Susan Redgwell word is she took a sledgehammer to the whole thing out of frustration. It started peeling and discoloring.

[@NightSky777]

gu HAHAHA :))

[@amyleigh3499]

Searching KZbin " How to remove paint from tile in bathroom", this is suggested..... 🙄 DONT DO IT!!! 3 years after previous owner has done this I am now stuck with trying to remove it as it is peeling and getting mouldy under the paint! 🤢🤮

[@SharpestBulbs]

Sounds like they didn't apply it properly. If you don't sand the surface of the tile you'll get peeling.

[@arrepuess]

Wiztard regular sandpaper and elbow grease does nothing to ceramic surfaces. Maybe if you use a heavy duty sanding disk, mask, and actually scuff it up well. Otherwise you need to hire a true professional... one that use better paint than epoxy. If you are going to recommend diy painting, then I suggest painting over a sandable surfaces.

[@BbBb-hw5pq]

True . Dont do it for sure . An expert came and did it at my house lasted 2 years and due to the moisture started peeling and molding

[@derbyeye4589]

I can see thru ur paint and clearly see the old still

[@elizarraras123456]

I think the blue tiles looked better. Good job though!

[@JoeysKat1127]

OH MY GOSH, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO!!! As I DESPERATELY WANTED A DIFFERENT COLOR TILE IN BOTH BATHROOMS, AS I BOUGHT A HOME BUILT IN THE EARLY 60's!! I begged my husband, "Just NO BATHROOMS WITH PINK, BLACK & WHITE TILE..." Welp, we found our "dream home" EXCEPT THE MAIN GUEST BATH HAS PINK, WHITE & BLACK TILE... I wanted to CRY... Until I saw the master bath!! It had / has ( I'm already getting ready to show my husband this video & get over to Home Depot ASAP!!) the WORST blueish-gray tile with a mosaic of a swordfish on the center wall in the walk-in shower, which the owner had JUST PAID TO HAVE DONE AND WAS SO PROUD OF IT, lol. And I just stared at it in horror!! The bath tub is totally separate & modern and luxurious etc. then he ruins a gorgeous glass shower stall with hideous tile & a mosaic of a swordfish!! I really would like it ripped out, but that's going to have to wait until my best friend works his way up to where I live and he's going to do ALL OUR TILE, GRANITE & REFURBISHING OF OUR BAMBOO WOOD FLOORS ALL FOR A WEEK IN ONE OF OUR AIR B&B'S & MY UNLIMITED 4 PASSES FOR ANYONE TO USE FOR ANY DISNEY THEME PARKS AROUND THE WORLD. They're stricly for my family to use and let our close friends use, as a gift for my father doing all the software design and coding for the ride inside of the giant Epcot ball!! He could stay at one of the Disney resorts, or even use them for Disney cruises, but he wants the wife & kids to enjoy the theme parks while he enjoys the B&B LOL. And he'll go to a couple of the parks with the family!! We're actually giving him 2 weeks as an extra "thank you" he just doesn't know if yet... His wife knows though, so she could make sure that 2nd week was kept clear of work. So, until then... I'm following THIS TUTORIAL AND WAVING GOOD-BYE TO THE HIDEOUS PINK TILE & THE TACKY MOSAIC OF THE SWORDFISH. ALTHOUGH IT WAS BEAUTIFULLY DONE, a swordfish is just NOT what I want my master bath themed around, or the depressing blueish gray tile either!! So thank you, YOU ARE MY 🙌SAVIOUR 🙌 THIS WEEKEND!! Great video & great job, it looks beatiful, clean & new!!

[@karixx5]

Sara Bunting lmao. You can be anyone you want to on the internet, clearly. Sure whatever you say Bella.

[@amberhandorf5101]

WHAT CLEANER DID YOU USE?

[@4vlnstrings]

Does this paint resist mold and scum from soaps and body oils? How do you keep it clean without ruining the finish? I can't believe this would be durable.

[@hafiezsuntrack8100]

use Nippon paint tile primer, then epoxy paint. so far 8 months just like new

[@tintintintin576]

Thanks for this advice. . So, am I supposed to apply tile primer after etching the surface with the help of sandpaper, right?

[@naynkimmy6173]

What kind of paint was used

[@masha5182]

What kind of paint did you use

[@kyledewar2117]

Selling your house...maybe an option but that will look awful after a year, the grout lines will turn color and the paint will peel

[@LClaypool]

I only use those kits on cheap rental property. Or if I update a place to flip. That resin starts wearing unevenly when it is cleaned. ( tile and grout bleach spray is bad).

[@tintintintin576]

😐

[@meilih2030]

if you brush it when your cleaning will it get off???? it may get fungus or mildew?

[@mikeeguti2165]

Best update is tile over tile very simple process. Or if you don’t want to do it hire tile setter. It will save you thousand and will look stunning. Watch Home renovision dyi ., tile over tile.

[@longkpt11]

What it was painted before and is peeling

[@cvnkj4032]

The link is broker what kit was used for this. I painted my bathroom with rustoleum an it’s peeling an chipping off after a year an more

[@EazyE07821]

What kind of paint do I use?

[@chiphan69]

i liked the before colour rather than the white :)