The Best Spray Paints for Plastic for 2022

Does Spray Paint Adhere to Plastic?

If you use the right type of spray paint, it sure does! While spray painting plastic can be a bit tricky, if you select spray paint specially formulated for covering plastic, and follow a few easy steps, you'll be a pro in no time!

When it came to naming an overall winner, the Krylon Fusion All-in-One and the Rust-Oleum Paint for Plastic Spray are so good at what they do that it was a very close call. Both are consistently ranked high by DIYers and for good reason! We chose the price point as the deciding factor, but it was almost a tie.

A primer and paint combo, Krylon Fusion All-in-One Spray Paint saves time and money by providing beautiful coverage to plastics, as well as wood, metal, and lots of other materials, making it a must-have in any DIYer's tool kit. The Krylon Fusion All-in-One Spray Paint bonds directly to plastic, providing a five times stronger adhesion to difficult surfaces and is even backed by a No-Peel Guarantee. The spray paint also features a big button spray tip that works at all angles, maximum rust protection, and comes in a variety of colors and finishes.

Just as good a product for spray painting plastic is the Rust-Oleum Paint for Plastic Spray. This oil-based paint requires no priming or sanding of the plastic item before application, and can be used on a variety of different plastics. It’s comfortable spray tip makes application a breeze. Dry to the touch in a mere 20 minutes, the paint provides superior adhesion and adds a layer of protection from the elements to any plastic items it is applied to, making it perfect for both indoor and outdoor use.

As the name implies, the Krylon Fusion for Plastic Spray Paint is specifically formulated for painting plastic. Able to easily bond to plastic, PVC, hard vinyl, and other plastics, this oil-based spray paint requires no priming or sanding before application and once fully cured after seven days, feels like a durable plastic coating that will not chip or fade. The spray can features an EZ Touch 360-degree dial spray tip that allows for painting exactly how you need, from wide curves to sharp edges. Perfect for both indoor and outdoor items, the Krylon Fusion for Plastic Spray Paint is available in a rainbow of colors and various finishes, and dries to a high-gloss finish.

Another winner from Rust-Oleum is the Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch 2X Ultra Cover Spray Paint. Featuring Rust-Oleum's Double Coverage Technology, this oil-based, low-odor spray paint is popular for its even and complete coverage and dries to a hard, high-gloss finish on any plastic surface you can think of, from plastic chairs to car parts. And while Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch 2X Spray Paint works great to cover plastic, it also works well on wood, metal, and a variety of other materials, giving you more bang for your DIY buck.

When it comes to the best spray paint for plastic automotive parts, there's no better than Dupli-Color EHVP11200 Vinyl and Fabric Spray Paint. A force in the automotive paint industry for more than 60 years, Dupi-Color EHVP11200 Vinyl and Fabric Spray Paint is specially designed for restoring or customizing dashboards, interior vinyl seating, door panels, and any other plastic part you can think of. The spray can features an EZ Touch conical nozzle for precise and easy application in tight areas. And formulated with a built-in primer, this spray paint dries to the touch in about 30 minutes and once set, will not peel, crack, or chip.

If you're looking for a non-flashy, neutral color option for spray painting your sporting and hunting equipment, then you'll want to check out the Krylon Camouflage Plastic Spray Paint. This ultra-flat, non-reflective paint provides excellent coverage on all types of plastics by bonding at the molecular level, as well as wood, metal, glass, ceramic, wrought iron, and much more. No primer or sanding is required for this paint that once fully cured after seven days is chip-resistant, and resists fading and abrasion.

If you're looking for a more environmentally friendly option for spray painting plastics, look no further than Pintyplus Aqua Spray Paint. This water-based spray paint comes in a variety of matte colors in 4.2-ounce cans that are easier to hold. The spray cans have a lower pressure, leading to minimal overspray and less product waste. Designed primarily for indoor use, the Pintyplus Aqua Spray Paint is an opaque formula with no bleed-through and no odor that can be applied not only to plastics, but also to wood, stone, cement, plastic, metal, and much more.