Painting old furniture is a quick and easy way to revive items, give them a unique look, or help them fit in better with your existing decorations. Also, this is the best way to make it more personal.
Painting wood furniture is a way to give new life to older chairs or other furniture. The process itself is relatively simple, requiring only a few basic tools and supplies. Carefully sand the furniture and fix the stains in it, then take your time to apply several thin layers of primer and paint. You will soon have beautifully renewed furniture. You may love how white paint can update traditional tables or chairs.
Wood furniture may have been treated with paint or varnish, and will collect dirt and oil for years. Before applying paint, you must prepare the surface correctly.
- Wash and rub the surface using wet and dry paper with mild detergent.
- Clean the surface then use the appropriate primer.
Wood primer should only be used on bare wood furniture. If your furniture has been painted or varnished, use a multi-surface primer. For decorative coats, look for paint labeled ‘for wood and metal’, such as gloss, satin and eggshells.
If the piece has fine details like a door, start with paint. Paint the door edge first, followed by mold and inlay panels. Cover the surface with paint then use the brush to spread it evenly. Brush the paint left and right, followed by sweeping up and down to ensure even coverage.
When the inlay is finished, move to the top and bottom rails and then the side stilts. After the door is finished, proceed to the surrounding frame. After the front is finished, paint the side panels before finishing with the top.
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