Pollyanna
I love the shabby chic style, and am going for a white dining room table. It's like any other table, it's natural not pressed wood, and has a glossy finish. Can I use some of that new spray paint that "sticks" to everything, I've used it on rocking chairs and it's great. I don't won't to sand the entire table, it will take forever. Any suggestions?
Answer
Glossy factory finishes don't do well even with the spray paint. You could try washing it with something like TSP to roughen the surface, but I'm not sure about it with clear stains or how well the wood would do with it.
I've used chemical strippers, and wasn't really happy with them. Even the spray on can be problematic depending on the style of table - if you've got curliques or spindle legs, you will still have to do some scraping and run the risk of gouging the wood, although I suppose with shabby chic that might not be a problem if you intend to do some "distressing" as well.
Your best bet really is going to be at least taking some steel wool over it to rough it up. Have you checked the prices on the mini "mouse" style sanders or can you borrow a palm sander from someone? Tables being mostly flat surfaces take next to no time with an electric sander, though I'll agree they take a long time by hand with a sanding block.
If you do decide to try the paint-only route, let me suggest you do go ahead and prime with light grey first unless you want to let the grain show through. White sometimes has problems covering, it sounds strange but grey is a wonderful base to start from.
I also agree with putting a coat of poly over the top at least to seal the paint, you'll have a lot more wear out of it that way.
Anyway, have fun with your DIY!
Glossy factory finishes don't do well even with the spray paint. You could try washing it with something like TSP to roughen the surface, but I'm not sure about it with clear stains or how well the wood would do with it.
I've used chemical strippers, and wasn't really happy with them. Even the spray on can be problematic depending on the style of table - if you've got curliques or spindle legs, you will still have to do some scraping and run the risk of gouging the wood, although I suppose with shabby chic that might not be a problem if you intend to do some "distressing" as well.
Your best bet really is going to be at least taking some steel wool over it to rough it up. Have you checked the prices on the mini "mouse" style sanders or can you borrow a palm sander from someone? Tables being mostly flat surfaces take next to no time with an electric sander, though I'll agree they take a long time by hand with a sanding block.
If you do decide to try the paint-only route, let me suggest you do go ahead and prime with light grey first unless you want to let the grain show through. White sometimes has problems covering, it sounds strange but grey is a wonderful base to start from.
I also agree with putting a coat of poly over the top at least to seal the paint, you'll have a lot more wear out of it that way.
Anyway, have fun with your DIY!
How do I paint wood furniture?
Busy Littl
I have a wood dining room table and chairs, as well as a wood desk. I have attempted to paint them in the past... with the table, I just painted high gloss wall paint on it, but it looks horrible! With the desk, I sanded it first, and then painted white oil paint on it, and it also looks aweful! The paint on both pieces is peeling off in spots... If I leave something heavy on it, the paint pulls off when I lift the object off of the table/desk.
What are the correct procedures to take to ensure that my furninture's paint stays on and looks good. I'm going for the shabby chic look (not with the distressed finish). I want the painted white furniture look. I have young children, so it needs to be something that is safe for them as well.
Any ideas, tips, or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Answer
Hi I tried this before as well but my job came ut pretty good I made sure that I put a heavy coat of primer on the furniture before I painted the color that I wanted Good Luck
Hi I tried this before as well but my job came ut pretty good I made sure that I put a heavy coat of primer on the furniture before I painted the color that I wanted Good Luck
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