How To Paint Furniture After you have properly sanded everything down it is time to explore the world of paint colors! While you may want a traditional black or white paint color for your furniture, it is fun to look into bright paint colors to help liven up a room, or pastels for a...
Whether it’s a garage sale find or a chair or dresser you already own, a fresh coat of paint can give new life to outdated or tired-looking furniture in your home. Safety Notice: Whenever operating spray equipment, take proper safety precautions, stay alert, and be mindful of...
with so many options it's hard to set your mind on one specific vibe. But one thing is clear, you should always fill your space with the things you love, by adding a personal touch you will feel more comfortable and like
When it comes to stripping paint from wooden furniture you must keep it simple. Using paint strippers are good for the first layer of paint but after that, they do more harm than good. Paint strippers will ruin your furniture especially if you have a softwood piece. You will notice the pa...
You can use a stir stick or anything else you have to hand. Dip your brush in, and apply the paint straight onto the furniture. As you paint, move the brush in every direction and all over the piece. Wait for the first coat to be touch dry. Depending on the climate, this could ...
Always, always, always have a Plan B. So many times I will start painting a piece of furniture and something won’t work out (the color, the paint, the sanding, etc.) so I always have a back up plan ready to go in case this happens. Having a Plan B lessens the amount of frustr...
If you’re anything like me, you probably have a piece (or two) of furniture in your home that’s made from a dark wood shiny veneer. It’s still in good shape but looks so dated. And it’s also a pain to paint because of the slick surface. I’m going to show you how to pr...
How To Paint Furniture 13 February 2022 Whether your style is bold and bright or soft and subtle, a freshly painted dresser, chair or table will revive your interiors and introduce a splash of your favourite hues to your home. We’ve gathered a few of our favourite ways of adding colour ...
Latex paint (also known as water-based or acrylic paint) is great because it is inexpensive and easy to clean up since it’s water-based. Step 1: Sand You must sand your furniture piece to remove some of the piece’s current finish while creating a surface the paint can adhere to. A...
I previously wrote about my paint process about 3 years ago, but since then have gained more experience with different products and tools and have a slightly different process. It’s also a place to find all the recesses for those of you completing your own furniture makeovers. I am very...