Can I spray paint a metal bunk bed that already has paint on it?

The bunk bed is glossy white and I want to spray paint it another color. What do I do?Can I spray paint a metal bunk bed that already has paint on it?
Sand it down, don't worry about getting the white paint off, the surface just needs to be ';roughed up'; so the paint can adhere better.





Spray primer might be a good idea too, and definitely look for paint specially made for metal, or at least says it can be used on metal. Tremclad is the only brand of metal paint that comes to mind right nowCan I spray paint a metal bunk bed that already has paint on it?
There is a liquid sanding product that is basically an acid etch but I prefer sanding. You already have to touch every sq inch so it may as well be with sandpaper. You don't have to take it down to bare metal just take the sheen off and then use paint made specifically for metal.


Oh, and do yourself a favor and wear a mask when you sand as well as spray paint.
You should sand the bed frame down - this will increase the adhesion of the spray paint. Then ensure that you purchase a paint that is designed to adhere to metal. Home Depot should cary a wide selection of spray paints that would work for this. Talk to one of thier staff for a brand that should work for you.