25+ Clever DIY Spray Paint Projects Anyone Can Do

Do you love fun colors in your home decor or are you sick of looking at the same old thing? Spray paint is the perfect way to make you love your home decor again. Here are 25+ amazing DIY spray paint projects to inspire your next DIY.

6 different spray paint diy home projects.

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What is the best spray paint to use for home projects?

We are huge fans of the universal handle on the Rustoleum spray paints. Remember that spray paints come in different finishes and the finish you will want will depend on the style you are going for. Most of the time we choose high gloss or semi-gloss. However, we are very intrigued by the chalk spray paint and frosted spray paint found in these DIY projects.

Our Favorite Spray Paints

hand holding spray paint can and painting terracotta pots.

What are good spray paint projects?

Canvas Art
Water Marbling
Painting Flower Pots (Yes, you can spray paint terracotta flower pots)
Repurposing Furniture (check for more repurposed ideas here)
Update lamps
Update lighting fixtures
Makeover cabinet hardware, handles, hinges and pulls
Redo that old doorknob
Update your old outlet and switches
Create one-of-a-kind art
Create a cohesive color scheme on old frames for your next gallery wall
Create cute home decor items out of everyday things like jars and old yogurt containers
Wine bottle decor
Party decorations
Fun, colorful DIY shelving ideas
Spray paint glass (learn how to remove spray paint from glass if needed)
Update old ceramic vases
Makeover thrift store finds look brand new
Give plastic toys a new look
Spray paint old frames in one color for a fun gallery wall

25+ Spray Paint Project Ideas

#23 is a great example of how you can make something look more upscale with just a little creativity. Frosted glass spray paint for the win. We also even shocked ourselves with the outcome of #3.

hand holding silver handle with black hardware behind.

How To Paint Cabinet Hardware For An Updated Look

Something as simple as using a black spray paint can truly change the feel of a space. Learn how to easily paint cabinet hardware in this tutorial.

faux painted pumpkins in gold basket with gray, black, white and gold spray paint.

Easy Painted Faux Pumpkin Craft

It is amazing what a little spray paint can do. Learn how to create a marble effect with spray paint on faux pumpkins for your next DIY fall decoration.

File Cabinet Makeover With Spray Paint and Contact Paper

Using contact paper and spray paint really gave this old file cabinet the update it needed. We love the high gloss finish mixed with the geometric designs.

two painted terracotta pots with spray paint for marble effect.

Spray Paint Marbling On Flower Pots

This is hands down our absolute favorite spray paint DIY project. Learn how to create this faux marble pot for super cheap! This is the perfect project to get rid of that old spray paint and create an awesome painted flower pot. No need to buy an expensive marble-looking flower pot when you can make one cheaply!

spray painted black bathroom faucet on white sink.

Spray Paint A Bathroom Faucet

Follow these steps to get a new look for your faucet without replacing it. Using the right materials will help this DIY last.

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Hydro Dipping Tumblers DIY Step by Step Tutorial!

Instead of marbling terracotta pots, you could try this spray paint DIY idea on a tumbler. She used an epoxy resin to seal this and we think that was a great idea.

teal painted metal tanker desk with glass top on floral carpet.

Fun Metal Desk Makeover With Teal Spray Paint

Yes, even that old beat-up metal desk can easily be updated with regular spray paint. This is such a fun statement piece from an upcycled old metal desk.

littel tikes purple playhouse and painted plastic house makeover

DIY Plastic Playhouse Makeover

There are two ways you can update a Little Tykes playhouse. Go ahead and use spray paint or regular paint to make a great outdoor toy for your children.

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DIY White Farmhouse Pitcher From Tacky Thrift Store Find

Again, when you find something you think is tacky why not try to spray paint it to make it fit your home decor style. Just make sure you prep the surface well with sandpaper and rubbing alcohol first.

Silver metal and black fireplace cover and DIY white painted mantel with brown stone fireplace.

Redo Your Fireplace Cover

Want to get rid of that brass on that fireplace cover? Add a little spray paint to the parts you don't like and instantly you have an updated cover. No need to buy a completely new one.

DIY cork wall hanging with teal spray painted frame

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Wine Cork Board – an Easy DIY Project to get Organized

Now once you have those empty wine bottle decorated it is time to reuse those corks to create this fun and easy DIY project. Simply spray paint and old lid and add corks for a very useful DIY project.

black toilet paper roll holder on wall with white and black pattern.

Easily Paint Bathroom Decor

Say goodbye to boring bathroom accessories and hello to a fresh new look with spray paint. Easily paint toilet paper holder or other bathroom decor items to match your current style. Also, get tips on how a binder clip can help in your spray paint station.

recycled yougurt jar with bunny and silver spray paint

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DIY Easter Tea Light Candle Holders

This simple spray paint DIY project could be used for a variety of holidays. We could even see these recycled jars holding candy as a fun gift. We love when we could use things we probably already have for easy DIY projects.

Creative frankenstrat frog tape painted mailbox

Paint A Decorative Mailbox

Welcome your neighbors to your home with a fun and unique mailbox design or just use spray paint to add one color to give your mailbox a makeover.

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How to Give a Builder Grade Vanity Light Farmhouse Style

We love painting bathroom light fixtures and this is a great example of how some spray paint and new bulbs can give you a whole new lighting fixture.

blue gray painted bathroom cabinet with silver handles and faucet.

Spray Old Hinges

Have old hardware that needs a lift? Add a little spray paint to those hinges and to help your bathroom vanity or kitchen cabinets in their makeover. You also have to check out what a little regular paint can do to this bathroom makeover!

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Spray Painted Glass Dish

Did you know you can spray paint glass? Finally updated those flea market finds to fit your home decor style with this DIY spray paint project. I think we have a thrift store trip in our future.

wooden blocks with colorful painted shelves behind them.

Create DIY & Fun Custom Shelves

Give those old Ikea spice racks a new feel with spray paint. This is such a fun way to bring color into a nursery while being budget-friendly.

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How to Paint Wine Bottles

Don't waste those old wine bottles, you never know when you may need them for an anniversary decoration or fun decor item. Simply using white spray paint and acrylic or chalk paint is a great way to reuse what you already have. Wine anyone?

black painted canvas craft with wooden letters glued on.

DIY Word Canvas Art Project for Kids & Adults

Create a one of kind word canvas art. Simply find a quote you love, glue wooden letters, and spray paint in one uniform color for a simple artwork for your walls.

upcycled wooden box spray painted white and gold

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Upcycled Wooden Gold Centerpiece Tutorial

This cool upcycled wood box was done using chalk spray paint. We honestly didn't even know this was a thing (and we do a lot of painting).

liveable green painted walls with lap, table and painting in living room.

Spray Paint Those Old Lamps

While this post is about our favorite wall color, you can see how an old brass lamp was given a facelift using spray paint. DIY spray paint projects are a creative way to work with what you've got.

gold spray paint with before and after bird lamp

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DIY Gold Glitter Ombre Lamp

Here is another awesome example of how metallic spray paint can be used to transform an old light fixture. If you like glitter, this may be your next DIY spray paint project.

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Circle and Line Metal Wall Hanging: Anthropologie Inspired Knockoff

Save $150 by making this Anthro-inspired wall hanging yourself. We love spray paint and budget-friendly DIYs around here!

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DIY Tutorial: Upcycle Food Jars Into a Beautiful Vases

Don't throw out those old pasta jars. Use this frosted spray paint to create unique and modern vases. We won't tell anyone that you made this after your plate of spaghetti.

picture frames laid on painting drop cloth

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Spray Painting Picture Frames: Thrift Shop Challenge!

Use one color of spray paint to update frames of various sizes and materials to give your picture gallery a cohesive look (and we love a great picture gallery wall).

white switches and outlets without covers.

Spray Paint Old Outlets

Easily update the look of switches and outlets carefully with spray paint.

More Paint Ideas

Spray paint is such a versatile material to work with. We hope you consider this list the next time you want to change up your home decor in a budget-friendly way.

2 Comments

Jen says:

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I love spray paint! It’s so much faster and easier to clean up than a can and a brush! These are fun projects!

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  Hi Jen. Yes, we love using spray paint for that exact reason. Thanks for the kind comment and for stopping by our site.