I found a cheap silver plate candleabra at a thrift shop, and the plate is badly worn in a few prime spots. Since this is a poor quality (made in China) and thinly plated candelbra, I know from experience that the plate can't be improved upon, or is not worth the effort. However, since the candle holder has a nice design (curved, with ornate embossing), I was wondering about spray painting it with a matt black colour to imitate iron (the candleabra is heavyish.) Has anyone ever spray painted cheap silver plate before? Should it be primed, or will it even take? Thanks for any info.
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17 years ago