After cleaning it well i d use an automotive spray primer then spray paint in nickel color.
Spray paint shower door trim.
Cans of aerosol spray paint are available in a wide range of colors and metallic finishes and most spray paint that s formulated for outdoor or automotive use will be tough and waterproof enough for refinishing shower door frames.
Http how to paint info spray painting trim can save time so here is a demo on how to spray paint an interior door frame using an airless spray gun.
Once mixed the paint will remain workable for about 6 hours under normal conditions.
Whenever operating spray equipment take proper safety precautions stay alert and be mindful of potential hazards.
Apply an even layer of exterior rust inhibiting metal acrylic latex paint to the shower door frame.
The spray paint to put on the shower enclosure plus the sanding equipment was only about 30.
This is what the shower looked like before we got going.
If you coat the spray painted faucets door knobs etc with plasti dip clear coat you will never have to do touch ups again.
Project overview safety notice.
And we used it for other projects such as spray painting our door knobs.
Apply a complete coat of paint to the tub shower surfaces using good quality fine bristle varnish brush or good quality 1 4 inch nap roller.
How to paint a metal shower enclosure.
Make sure to do the proper prep work before you paint your metal shower enclosure.
Here are details on the entire project from the steps we took to the items we bought.
Brass shower door makeover.
The spray paint does chip and peel even with proper prep work due to water wearing down cleaners skin oils.
The clear coat comes in different finishes for matte or gloss.
If the paint appears too thick it can be slightly thinned by adding no more than 10 percent of isopropyl alcohol.
However even for painting i d try to remove the door from the shower or at least tape it off really well around it.
A paint sprayer is one of the best ways to eliminates brush marks and evenly coat the trim and door surface resulting in a professional finish.
Preparing the doors for painting will be the hardest part of the job.