FlytrapCare Carnivorous Plant Forums

Hey Everyone! I have a question about painting pots. I did a search but couldn't really find anything.

I know flytraps are super sensitive to things leaching into the soil and that's why plastic and styrofomam are recommended. If I spray-painted plastic pots (the outisde and partial inside) do you think I would need to seal them with something? Maybe an acrylic spray after they dry?

I'd appreciate ya'lls insight!

I just sprayed a plastic pot and didnt seal it. I would think, being water resistant it shouldn't be a problem. If you sealed it, wouldn't you be in the same boat with the seal leaching?

I wasn't sure if the seal would be an issue or not. I know when I searched previous posts I'd seen a little bit about using a sealer if you wanted to use specific ceramic or clay pots.

I often spray common black plastic pots with white paint (I use Krylon Fusion paint, which bonds to plastic) to help keep them cooler during summer. I haven't noticed any bad effect from doing so, so far.

I wasn't saying you shouldn't use the sealer. I was just saying that I don't really see a difference whether you use it or not. They (pant and sealer) are both chemical-based, but I believe they both will not be a big deal with letting go of any of those chemicals into the soil. XD And if Steve says you are good to go, you are pretty much good to go!

Thanks! Y'all rock!

The krylon fusion paint worked super well.