Best Spray Paint for Your Project

General purpose spray paint and decorative spray paint are inexpensive, easy options to use on a wide range of materials, indoors or out.

These types of spray paint are:

• Formulated to dry quickly with minimal dripping.
• Available in a variety of finishes including metallic, gloss, high-gloss, flat/matte, textured, stone, antique, crackle, mirror and stained glass.
• A good option for all types of surfaces such as wood, metal, wicker, plastic and masonry.
• Available in an array of colors, making them one of the best spray paints for craft and decorative projects.
• Sometimes available with paint and primer in one.
• For interior and exterior use.

All-surfaces spray paintworks on just about any surface: wood, metal, wicker, plastic, masonry, vinyl, glass and fiberglass. This is among the best wood spray paints to use for wood projects.

This type of spray paint:

• Comes in premium colors and finishes.
• Is available with paint and primer in one.
• Can be used for indoor and outdoor projects.

Rust preventative spray paintmakes it harder for metal items to rust. This type of spray paint is also one of the best outdoor spray paints to use. It has a glossy coating that resists fading and cracking. Use this spray paint to:

• Control rust accumulation.
• Update items in vibrant colors and unique texture finishes. (Some formulas provide a bright, sparkling metallic finish.)
• Refresh bikes, swing sets, cars, motorcycles and other outdoor items and equipment.
• Update metal, masonry, wood, wicker and more. This is one of the best spray paints for metal.
• Protect items exposed to demanding outdoor environments. This is a great choice for outdoor furniture.

Professional-grade enamel spray paintsand industrial spray paint work on metal, masonry, wood, wicker and more. Use this professional grade and industrial use product to provide continuous rust and corrosion protection when used as a metal spray paint. They dry fast, usually within 15 minutes, but are not available in as many colors as other spray paint choices.

Enamel marking and striping spray paint can be used on blacktop, concrete, soil, wood and grass. They dry quickly and provide excellent gloss and color retention. Use these spray paints to create custom crafts and decorative looks, or to paint items that seem impossible to coat. Additionally, marking paints can be used to identify utility lines and dangerous areas.

Automotive spray paint is durable and holds up to the demands of vehicle use.

Use this product to touch up normal wear and tear. There are also specialty paint products for priming, engines, calipers, wheels, temporary color changes, bumpers, undercoating, truck beds and more.

Specialty spray paint jazzes up worn, outdated items and gives your DIY project pizzazz.

Choose fluorescent spray paint when you want a bright, eye-popping finish. These colors are ideal for making party signs or marking safety equipment and other objects that need to stand out from their surroundings.

If you’re tackling a big job, look for a nozzle with a fan-shaped spray pattern that distributes paint over a large area. Some nozzles use an oval-shaped pattern instead of a circular one and allow you to rotate the nozzle to adjust for horizontal and vertical application.

For a different and unique finish, try a special effect spray paint, such as mirror finish, rippled effect or glow-in-the-dark. Glitter spray paint adds sparkle to DIY projects. Chalkboard spray paint can be used to turn almost any object into a chalkboard.

if your cushions have faded, or if you're simply tired of the color, use outdoor fabric spray paint to refresh them. Clean cushions well with soap and water to make sure all dirt, pollen and stains are gone. Place the cushions on a large plastic tarp. Use spray paint as directed by the manufacturer, applying as many coats as needed for full coverage. Allow the cushions to completely dry before flipping over to paint the other side.

Other varieties of spray paint include:

• Appliance Spray Paint – Refresh outdated appliances with this washable, moisture-resistant epoxy.
• Flat Enamel Spray Paint– This type offers a hard finish for tables and other furniture, both indoors and out.
• Glass Spray Paint - Glass spray paint covers glass with a translucent, even finish.
• Plastic Spray Paint - Plastic spray paint coats plastic items with a smooth finish.
• High Heat Spray Paint– Use this spray paint to resist heat up to 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, making it ideal for use on grills and engines.