Re: Paint for darkroom sink
Some of the modern low VOC outdoor paints can hold up well to standard processing chems... I have some finished 10 or so years ago, and still look great, just rinse well after use, and don't abrade the finish...
Steve K
Re: Paint for darkroom sink
I would love to see some pics of the sink! I am finishing up a new sink build and will be ready to paint very soon. I had been looking at the West Systems and S-W Tile Clad epoxies but its always nice to have options, especially cheaper ones. I am also curious about your coverage, how much does 1 gallon cover?
Re: Paint for darkroom sink
The West or Smith penetrating epoxy systems would definitely be superior to paint, but also distinctly unhealthier to apply. Alas, my next sink project involves a
slab of green granite, so there goes some more of my long-awaited darkroom time down the drain!
Re: Paint for darkroom sink
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Drew Wiley
The West or Smith penetrating epoxy system
I wholeheartedly agree, this stuff can stand up to a brutal salt-water ocean environment.
Re: Paint for darkroom sink
Use boat paint. Not bottom but top paint. This is what i used about 4 years ago and still like new.
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Tebbiebear
I would love to see some pics of the sink! I am finishing up a new sink build and will be ready to paint very soon. I had been looking at the West Systems and S-W Tile Clad epoxies but its always nice to have options, especially cheaper ones. I am also curious about your coverage, how much does 1 gallon cover?
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Greg
Re: Paint for darkroom sink
Thanks for the tip! I'm planning to repaint my sink, now I know what I'll use.
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Very nice greg! Thanks for the pics. I think I might get some of this and give it a go.
Re: Paint for darkroom sink
Instead of paint why not use the rubber shower pan liner? Comes in varying widths and in rolls you can have cut to length at a Home Depot of similar. Just lay it in the sink, screw in the drain and you have a complete water tight sink without all the painting. My Uncle has built a few (he did mine) and uses the stiff sheets of Owens Corning Foamular under the rubber membrane and it absorbs noise as well as providing a cushion in case something is dropped on it. Watched him make mine and it was done in a few hours and ready for use.