Will using Krylon "plastic paint" extend the life of my EarthTainers?

Riceloft · April 11, 2012

Hey all (and more specifically, Ray!),

I was wondering if Krylon's plastic paint, which says it bonds to plastic, would extend the life of my EarthTainers. I built 4 for this season (1 of which I'm giving to my grandma who can't tend a normal garden anymore) and was thinking of spraying the outsides and the cut-out lid. Is this a worthwhile idea?

Thanks!
Jason

rnewste · April 11, 2012

Jason,

A couple of thoughts.....

First, spray painting anything makes it look "like it was spray painted". You get the point.

The Centrex RuggedTotes have a lifetime guarantee so I would be less concerned with UV destruction, as was the case with the prior Rubbermaid containers used in the earlier EarthTainer design.

So, I would recommend either of 2 options. First, spray a coating of Aerospace 303 on the surfaces of the EarthTainer which are exposed to the Sun:

I love their tag line: "SPF 40 for your stuff".

About $15.00 on Amazon with free shipping:

http://www.amazon.com/303-Products-P...4171562&sr=8-1

Alternatively, wrap the outer walls of the EarthTainer in a 2 foot section of bamboo or rattan curtain to shade it from the Sun.

Spray painting would be my last resort.......

Raybo

JamesL · April 11, 2012

Raybo,
Have used used this stuff? My kayaker buddies swear by it for plastic, but I haven't used it.

Jason,
I took a hard look at the Krylon as well. Specifically their UV resistant clear.

At present I haven't done anything and might not....

rnewste · April 11, 2012

James,

I have applied it to all of the EarthTainers this year.

I'm also using it on my car dashboard and tires. The Reviews claim it is much better than ArmorAll type products. So far, it seems to be living up to that claim.

Raybo

nicky · April 11, 2012

If you have some left over after spraying your pots: I have read that the Aerospace Protectant is great conditioner for hot tub lids. It keeps away the sun damage & makes them last years longer.

rnewste · April 11, 2012

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Originally Posted by nicky

If you have some left over after spraying your pots: I have read that the Aerospace Protectant is great conditioner for hot tub lids. It keeps away the sun damage & makes them last years longer.

Nicky,

Great Tip!!

I also use it on my Rubber Duckies:

Raybo

JamesL · April 11, 2012

Thanks. And I just snorted coffee thru my nose laughing...

nicky · April 11, 2012

Hey Raybo - I think I see a house in need of some paint behind the foliage in that pic

rnewste · April 11, 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by nicky

Hey Raybo - I think I see a house in need of some paint behind the foliage in that pic

Nicky,

Forgot to mention in the BFC seed offer that a "Free Day Pass" for use of the Hot Tub is included for those painting my house - clothing optional.......

Raybo

nicky · April 11, 2012

I didn't get any of the BFC seeds! This thread is going to be closed for sure.

We are going to hunt down some of the aerospace protectant and spray our hot tub cover - I'll let you know how it does!

amideutch · April 12, 2012

Quote:

First, spray a coating of Aerospace 303 on the surfaces of the EarthTainer which are exposed to the Sun:

First time I have heard about this product. What happened, did the patent on "Armor All" expire?

rnewste · April 12, 2012

Ami,

Read some of the Reviews on the Amazon site in the link I posted. The opinion seems to be that Aerospace 303 is superior to ArmorAll. I like what I am seeing so far with it.

Raybo

Dewayne mater · April 12, 2012

Jason - I haven't used any of the protectorants but, do use a bamboo shade that wraps around 3 sides of the tainers. I haven't pulled them out yet as for now, bc I want the sun on the tainers to keep the mix warm. In another 2-4 weeks, I'll start using them. In my situation, the shades have proved to be indispensable in the Texas sun/heat. The by product is the plastic is fully shielded from the suns rays and seems to be holding up well. Not a pretty solution, but, it works well. Good luck.

Dewayne Mater

April 11, 2012	#1
Riceloft Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Parma, Ohio (6a) Posts: 299	Will using Krylon "plastic paint" extend the life of my EarthTainers? Hey all (and more specifically, Ray!), I was wondering if Krylon's plastic paint, which says it bonds to plastic, would extend the life of my EarthTainers. I built 4 for this season (1 of which I'm giving to my grandma who can't tend a normal garden anymore) and was thinking of spraying the outsides and the cut-out lid. Is this a worthwhile idea? Thanks! Jason

April 11, 2012	#2
rnewste Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 4,064	Jason, A couple of thoughts..... First, spray painting anything makes it look "like it was spray painted". You get the point. The Centrex RuggedTotes have a lifetime guarantee so I would be less concerned with UV destruction, as was the case with the prior Rubbermaid containers used in the earlier EarthTainer design. So, I would recommend either of 2 options. First, spray a coating of Aerospace 303 on the surfaces of the EarthTainer which are exposed to the Sun: I love their tag line: "SPF 40 for your stuff". About $15.00 on Amazon with free shipping: http://www.amazon.com/303-Products-P...4171562&sr=8-1 Alternatively, wrap the outer walls of the EarthTainer in a 2 foot section of bamboo or rattan curtain to shade it from the Sun. Spray painting would be my last resort....... Raybo

April 11, 2012	#3
JamesL Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 1,992	Raybo, Have used used this stuff? My kayaker buddies swear by it for plastic, but I haven't used it. Jason, I took a hard look at the Krylon as well. Specifically their UV resistant clear. At present I haven't done anything and might not....

April 11, 2012	#5
nicky Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 600	If you have some left over after spraying your pots: I have read that the Aerospace Protectant is great conditioner for hot tub lids. It keeps away the sun damage & makes them last years longer.

April 12, 2012	#12
rnewste Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 4,064	Ami, Read some of the Reviews on the Amazon site in the link I posted. The opinion seems to be that Aerospace 303 is superior to ArmorAll. I like what I am seeing so far with it. Raybo

April 12, 2012	#13
Dewayne mater Tomatovillian™ Join Date: May 2008 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 1,212	Jason - I haven't used any of the protectorants but, do use a bamboo shade that wraps around 3 sides of the tainers. I haven't pulled them out yet as for now, bc I want the sun on the tainers to keep the mix warm. In another 2-4 weeks, I'll start using them. In my situation, the shades have proved to be indispensable in the Texas sun/heat. The by product is the plastic is fully shielded from the suns rays and seems to be holding up well. Not a pretty solution, but, it works well. Good luck. Dewayne Mater