| I know you're all
probably wondering how I can possibly put this on a website that has the
most beautiful hand painted furniture. Especially since I'm
using it in one of my children's rooms. The reality is this. I
know we all aren't willing to pay thousands for a hand painted bed or
that we are so strapped for time. But creating something great out of
something so yucky has it's rewards. Call me kooky...but a love a
challenge!
So I'm out one day and find this piece thrown at the road
side and can't pass up the opportunity to create something wonderful.
Material's and Tools Needed:
- Your road side find or "hand me down" piece
- Cabinet Grade Paint (yes, there's a difference!)
Here we are using Valspar Cabinet & Furniture paint from Lowe's,
tinted to color of choice. (NOTE: Unfortunately Lowe's
is no longer manufacturing this type of paint, please check with
your home paint store for similar types of paint.)
- Carpenter's Glue or Gorilla Glue
- Sand paper
(0000 fine for finishing) & (200 grit for sanding)
- Paint brushes, 2" size
- Small roller brush
- Polyurethane (spray or brush on)
- Stamps, stencils, or decoupage items
Step one:
PREPARE THE SURFACE. Remove all hardware. Sand down all parts to the
piece. Making sure all is clean and ready to accept paint. Fix any parts
that may be broke with glue.
Step two: PRIME COAT. Paint all of your piece with a
standard white primer. One coat should be fine to get the surface ready
for your colored paint. Note: If your painting on a dark color you may
want to have your primer tinted.
Step three: PAINT YOUR PIECE. Start applying your first
color coat with the brush. Go over it with the roller brush to get rid
of any brush marks. Paint two coats, depending on color chosen. Darker
colors usually require more coats. Let dry thoroughly before apply any
designs.
Step four: PAINT YOUR DESIGN. Practice your design or
arrangement of
papers to make sure you have the right size and dimensions to fit.
You only get one chance to make a mistake. Start painting or decoupage and let dry before assembling
anything back together. Allow approx. one week for everything to cure.
Step five: FINISH COAT. Spray polyurethane or brush on at
least 2-3 coats. Let dry thoroughly. Wait 24 hours before setting your
piece in it's place.
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