Using nothing more than a new coat of paint, you may transform ordinary items from worn-out to fantastic.
With the help of our beginner’s guide on painting furniture, you can easily transform a worn-out dresser or table into something new in just four simple steps.
Preparation
Take out all the drawers and make sure the hardware is removed. To remove filth from the surface, sponge it with water and soap, and then allow it to dry.
Sand
The surface should be sanded in a circular fashion with medium-grit paper in order to remove any stain or paint that may already be there and to level it out.
Do this while standing on a floor that is covered with newspaper. Dust should be swept away, and then a clean, wet cloth should be used to wipe it off.
Prime
Primers are used to establish a new area for paint to adhere to, as well as to block out any existing color. It is important to check the primer recommendations of the paint that you intend to use.
Apply painter’s tape to any places that you do not wish to paint in order to protect them. Next, put a canvas-dropping cloth on the floor in a well-ventilated area, preferably an outside area that is covered.
After that, apply primer and allow it to dry for a considerable amount of time, which could range anywhere from thirty minutes to four hours.
Applying Paint and Glaze
Apply the paint in very thin layers, and allow each layer to dry completely before proceeding. At a minimum, you will need to apply two coats of paint, with the requirement being increased for warm hues such as oranges and reds.
Before you replace drawers, affix knobs, or place anything else on the come-up of the piece, you should wait a minimum of 72 hours to obtain the paint to set.
Get the Look of a Flea Market
The employing utilizing a natural bristle paintbrush to apply two coats of a color that is lighter, followed by one coat of a darker shade, and then allowing the coats to dry for at least twenty-four hours will result in an appearance that is reminiscent of a flea market.
Sandpaper with an appropriate grit should be used to rub gently on the surface while wearing a mask while the bottom coat begins to show.
Make a Patterned Look
To add a touch of flair to the interior of drawers, apply peel-and-stick wallpaper with a design. Make use of a craft knife to cut the sheets to the appropriate dimensions, then discard the backing and proceed to work from one side to the next, squeezing out air bubbles each time you go.