Painting Terracotta Pots

Step 1

Before painting, make sure you remove any dirt or tags from the pot and let it dry completely. Immerse the pot in warm water to loosen any grime.

Step 2

If necessary, sand the pot with fine-grit sandpaper to smooth any rough ridges.

Step 3

Prime the inside and outside of the pot with 1-2 coats of the clay pot sealer and let it dry.

Step 4

Paint the pot with 2-3 coats of acrylic paint or spray paint until you reach the desired level of coverage. Wait for the paint to dry between coats, per the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step 5

Add any desired designs or stencils to the pot.

Step 6

Once dry, seal the pot with Outdoor Mod Podge. Make sure the pot is fully cured before exposing to the outdoors and filling with plants.