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What paint to use on power outlets

I own some very nice Hubbell outlets. My wife does not like the color. I hate to spend $40 a piece to get new ones. Is there a paint product that someone can recommend?
I understand that I will be turning the circuit off and also filling the outlet holes before painting.
kevine
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onhwy61
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Clearly, someone has been sniffing the paint.
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grannyring
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Jax2 is right on this. I tried some cryo-treated Machina Dynamica Audio Paint and the difference is not small. Tighter bass and more extended highs. The paint does require burn-in time however.

I found my system sounded best with an open can placed on my lap some 12 inches from my nose. After 60 minutes my system and music took on nice a 3D effect - wow!

Bill
joeylawn36111
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Marco - LMAO!
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nsgarch
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Do NOT use latex! Besides the fact that it shows dirt and scuff marks from plug prongs, it easily flakes off of plastic and can get into the oulet contacts.

Use a plastic or epoxy spray paint that will bond with the plastic outlet body. Most colors are available at HD, but if you want a special color or matt color, go to a hobby shop and buy the stuff made for plastic models.
rwwear
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I would use Krylon Fusion or Rustoleum for plastic. they both should bond to the recepticles.
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