Painting furniture
An old chest of drawers or chair gets a new lease of life with paint. Careful preparation is the secret to a durable finish.
You will need
- Furniture paint
- Adhesion primer
- Sandpaper (grit 120 and 180–240)
- Cleaner and cloths
- A good-quality brush and a small roller
- Screwdriver for removing the handles
- Dust sheet
Steps
Remove the handles and fittings
Remove the handles, hinges and other removable parts. Put the screws in a bag and label it.
Wash the surfaces
Sand to a rough finish
Remove the dust
Prime
Paint thin coats
Sand between coats and apply a second coat
Let it harden
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