READ NEXT: Ready for a complete upgrade? Find the best bathroom tiles for you How much should I spend on paint for tiles? When it comes to renovating and decorating your house, tiles make sense for a lot of reasons, as well as in a lot of different areas of the home. First and foremost, tiles have a huge amount of staying power. As long as they’re properly fitted and well-grouted, tiles can last literally decades, needing only surface level cleaning to keep them looking fresh, even in humid, high-traffic areas like bathrooms. They’re also super easy to clean, most of the time just needing warm water and a gentle wipe. In the past, we’ve had many customers ask us “Does tile paint work?” and the simple answer is yes. Many companies like Johnstone’s and Dulux specifically formulate paint that’s designed to have high adhesion to ceramic surfaces, making them ideal for application on tiles. If you’re familiar with our guides, you’ll know that Rust-Oleum are one of our favourite paints to use and we felt like we should include them in this guide too. Whilst Johnstone’s tile paint is overall better than this one, Rust Oleum have the advantage of offering a high quality paint with scope for lots of customisation. Colour choice for specialist tile paint can be limited, with some ranges only available in neutral shades, or one or two bolder tones. If you have a specific colour in mind, you can always prime tiles with a high-quality, solvent-based primer and use a high-gloss or semi-gloss paint for the top coats. Just be aware that the surface will probably not be as durable as using a specialist tile paint.

For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned.Fortunately, we’ve tried, tested and reviewed many tile paints on the market and combined that with our technical knowledge of paint systems to come up with the definitive guide for buying tile paint. If the tiles in your home are looking a bit worn out, you might be thinking about replacing them. Hold your horses though. Using the best tile paint can save you lots of time and effort by refreshing the look and feel of your tiles without having to replace them. Q: Hi Dr Dulux, we’ve just moved into a new home, and it needs a lot of work! The bathroom is really dated – the tiles are an avocado nightmare! We’re desperate to rip it out but we won’t be able to for at least six months or so while we save up. Can you paint tiles? Ronseal are a trusted brand but on this occasion the paint seems very slightly off the mark. If you’re going to go with this paint make sure you have enough for a couple of coats.

Stir well before use. Apply evenly with a brush or roller and avoid overspreading. Do not apply in temperatures below 10ºC or in damp conditions. It's time to make your cupboards and tiles stand out. Find the perfect tile and cupboard paint at Homebase.A fresh coat ofkitchen unit paintcan work wonders for revitalising and brightening up your kitchen and living space. You can find greatkitchen cupboard paint colours at Homebase, from glossy sheens to wood-effect paints. The key to the perfect finish is the preparation so follow these simple steps and you will be rewarded with a gorgeous new look. If you were to apply a paint meant for walls then you’d have a problem as it isn’t formulated for use on ceramics meaning it wouldn’t have the same durability as tile paint.

Best Tile Paint – The best tile painting option would be the Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint. Rust-)leum have a deep-seated pedigree in producing hard-wearing, high-quality paint products and this versatile offering is no different. Thanks to a wide range of colours and excellent all-round protection, this is your best bet for home tile renovations inside and out. As an all-in-one gloss paint and primer, it’s suitable for use on bathroom tiles due to its superior durability in conditions where water is prevalent.

However, if you choose the wrong paint system, you could end up with a finished product that is bubbly, full of streaks and poor coverage. We tested it in the grey version – a medium smoky tone that provided excellent coverage after a couple of coats (as it’s a thin primer, one coat was a bit patchy). We liked its speedy drying time – around an hour before another coat – and there was no strong smell, plus we could wash brushes using soap and water. Some of the most popular colour choices at the moment are lighter hues such as cream, off-white and light grey. Choosing one of these paint colours brightens up the room and also gives the illusion of a larger space which has been known to increase property value. If you want to bring a touch of colour to your old bathroom tiles then Rust-Oleum is the choice for you. It’s durable, easy to apply and looks great once set.We also supply this paint in a satin finish that provides a more subtle appearance to the surface. For kitchen and bathroom decorating, we also have a cupboard paint available in a gloss or satin finish and a range of colours. All of our recommended specialist tile paints are tested using a small paint brush and a large, ceramic tile with a decorative glaze. Each coat of paint is allowed to dry for the recommended time, with a second coat applied if directed. One-coat products are left as a single coat to assess their claims of effectiveness.