This post shows how to remedy those issues that you may encounter when painting a piece of furniture, especially an older one. Unlike emulsions, the colour range amongst some of the best furniture paints can be more limited, so this is likely to be a big factor in which brand you go for. Different paints offer different levels of durability, so it's important to consider the way you plan to use a piece of furniture before choosing a paint. You can tell from their statement that their finish definitely can be used over bright white furniture if applied correctly. If pros can do it with no problem, than the rest of us should be able to make it work as well.

Following this step-by-step guide will surely give you the best results for your furniture painting project. The first step when painting furniture white, or painting furniture any color for that matter is the prep work. Prep is probably the most important step in furniture painting. This is my go-to process for How to Prep Painted Furniture. In addition to the standard prep process, this cabinet is getting a new stain top, so the wood must be sanded down to a smooth finish using my favorite orbital sander. Step Two in How to Paint Furniture White You don’t have to use primer every time your paint a piece of furniture. But if you are painting furniture white, primer is always a good idea. BOSS in White, a life saver for the dreaded bleed-through! If you use the white formula to prevent bleed through before painting, it will also save you a coat of paint! Foam brush or blue sponge applicator– I recently discovered the blue sponge applicator and it is awesome for getting a really smooth finish when applying topcoat.

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As I mentioned above, one of the biggest issues with painting furniture white is bleed-through. The best way to stop bleed-through is to start with a coat of oil-based primer.

If you love the look of chalk paint but need a more durable solution, you can either seal the paint with a wax or polyurethane, or opt for a more durable paint in a matte finish. If you're looking to transform a larger area in the home, then the best furniture paint can come in handy in a whole host of ways. One of the most dramatic being updating old kitchen units with the best kitchen cupboard paint. The finish of the paint you choose will impact both the look and the function of your furniture. Gloss paints feel more contemporary, while matte paints are suited for farmhouse or shabby-chic decor. Satin or semi-gloss finishes are versatile enough to suit any design style. I was able to save enough of the original pulls to use across the top , but I had to replace the bottom ones.I’ve also got a whole post about when you need to use primer and when to skip it if you’ve got more questions.) I decided to whitewash the top (although it is difficult to see in the light of the window) and the drawer: Sometimes, white just isn’t what you want. In large, bright spaces or orth-facing rooms, clean whites can sometimes look stark and – quite simply – a bit too white. Cue the entry of off-white paint, which adds a softer, gentler, warmer and subtler feel to your space.

I prefer to use General Finishes High Performance Top Coat. I typically apply my topcoat with a foam brush, but I recently started using the blue sponge applicator from Dixie Belle paints for applying my topcoat and love the smooth finish it gives. Still haven't found the exactly paint you're looking for? These are the retailers we would recommend heading to first to browse further options.... If you used a pure white shade, it helps to mix some of your paint with your sealer. You can mix them in a spare paint can or even a plastic cup. Mix your first coat of sealer 15/85 paint to sealer. (You don’t have to be exact; just estimate.)There were four chairs in all, and they all came together to create this super cute cottage-inspired set: When you paint furniture white, even with a primer you will still need a minimum of two coats of white paint. There is less pigment in white furniture paint making it sometimes seemas if it’s see through. Don’t get discouraged, with primer and two coats of paint your piece will start to look beautiful. If after the second coat of paint, you feel that you absolutelyneed a third it’s okay to add another coat Make sure to use a good quality paint brush when applying your paint. This is with two coats of the custom mixed white furniture paint on the cabinet. Step Four in Creating a White Painted Finish I swapped out the knobs, for glass of course because they are always my favorite, and I added a handle to the faux drawer in the center. In most cases you don’t need to sand your entire piece of furniture before painting, but there are a couple of exceptions.

For one thing bright white paint does not cover as well as other colors of paint. I have tried many, many types of paint and across the board, white paint requires more coats of paint than other colors. If you used more of a creamy/warm shade of white, you won’t need to worry so much about your paint yellowing. You can apply your topcoat straight from the can. Just be sure to use several thin, even coats. With Frenchic, it’s up to you how you use your favourite off-white shades. Choose from the self-sealing Lazy Range, ultra-matte Chalk Wall Paint, soft-satin Trim Paint or traditional chalk paint in the Original Artisan Range. Whatever your project, our selection of off-white paints has something to fit the bill.Once your furniture is clean and dry, look it over to see if any repairs need to be made before painting. If anything is loose or needs to be repaired, this is the time to do it. Choose linen-covered sofas and it would be wise to buy a sofa and armchairs with removable slip covers that can be easily cleaned.Add a painted chest of drawers as an elegant way to store everyday items. A white chandelier will lend a feminine feel to the room. This is over one hundred years old and was in pretty rough shape, but the magic of paint breathed new life into her: I decided to add feet to the existing feet and also a mirror, plus a transfer…all the things to make this a real stunner! Now that your furniture piece is cleaned, sanded, and prepped I always like to use a primer before painting furniture white. You can find other painted furniture projects that required primer here: primer. I admit that I didn’t use to use primer at all since most chalk paint claims that it isn’tnecessary. But over time, I’ve realized that I prefer to err on the side of caution, especially when using white furniture paint. No matter what type of paint you are using, chalk paint or latex paint I would always suggest priming your piece first. I prefer to seal in any possible bleed-through as well as create a nice foundation before painting wood furniture white. You will need to prime the entire piece that you intend to paint. (Do not apply primer where you plan to apply stain). The primer that I use and trust is a shellac-based primer and you can find it HERE.