Should I paint this old radio? Any suggestions
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KathrynElizabeth Etier on Mar 26, 2014Does it work? Do you plan to repurpose it? If it's a working radio that you plan to use, there's no reason not to paint it a bright color that would add interest to a room or counterscape. If you are going to repurpose it, you can still paint it. Either way, I'd go dark and light: choose two paint colors, one for the radio and one for the stencil, and do the stencil in just the one color.Helpful Reply
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Kitchen Kelli on Mar 26, 2014I have a radio just like this one - if you paint it I want to see how it turns out!Helpful Reply
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Adan on Mar 27, 2014It works and yes Im planing to useHelpful Reply
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Debra on Mar 27, 2014I would prefer to see the natural wood on this classic item. If the finish is dull I'm certain it would not take much to make it look good again.Helpful Reply
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Rose Cooper on Mar 27, 2014noHelpful Reply
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Cathey DeRosa on Mar 27, 2014No way! It is a classic and some things are so much better left as is. It is a beautiful radio and a beautiful antique.Helpful Reply
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Jeanette S on Mar 27, 2014I would not paint it. Just think, in a few more years this thing could be priceless! But it belongs to you to do with as you please.Helpful Reply
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Julie Sims on Mar 27, 2014NO, please don't paint this, it would lose all the flavor or ambiance!!!Helpful Reply
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Chris Fuller on Mar 28, 2014There are a lot of objects I would paint however, I would not paint this radio. Whether it works or not, I would leave it as is. It is a beautiful piece! If there are scratches you would like to repair, use a vinegar and canola oil rub.Helpful Reply
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Redeemwood on Mar 28, 2014I would vote no if it still works, just touch up finish.... and yes if it was broken and you were going to turn it into some type of cool looing re-purpose! Soooo No!Helpful Reply
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Jim L on Mar 28, 2014I don't think that it should be painted either...clean and wax it...enjoy the natural wood...Helpful Reply
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Debbie Sopher on Mar 28, 2014I would not. This is classic. If you don't like the look of it, sell it. These old radios are treasured by some. My husband and brother both have similar radios and they love them.Helpful Reply
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AmericanWoman on Mar 28, 2014We're re-doing our living room, dining area and kitchen in Mid-Century Modern. My Bubba found an almost identical radio. I am a big fan of paint but not on this radio. It could be worth something "someday".Helpful Reply
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Diane gillaugh on Mar 28, 2014Please don't my parents have one like it. and i wouldn't the wood. looks good.Helpful Reply
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Pete Wells on Mar 28, 2014Please, No! This is a fine piece as it is, already a collector's item, to paint would drastically reduce its value and couldn't possibly improve it..I see examples of painted radios often, most people who have them want to restore them back to the way they were before...touching up the original finish, IMO is the best way to go..Helpful Reply
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Adan on Mar 28, 2014Thanks for all your comments I decide not to paint seems like everybody like the wey it is and is true has valueHelpful Reply
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SUE on Mar 28, 2014looks great like it is ; I would not paint , enjoy the beauty :)Helpful Reply
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Janis Hill on Mar 28, 2014Use 'Old English' scratch cover polish to hid the little nicks. This is a lovely piece and there is no reason to paint it.Helpful Reply
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Janet Smith on Apr 01, 2014Painting will destroy the value. Collectors want all the scratches, dings, and original finish so I wouldn't even use a cleaner. It will destroy the "patina."Helpful Reply
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Margarita Cid on Sep 26, 2014Ese radio esta perfecto. Solo dale mantenimiento.Helpful Reply
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Debra on Sep 27, 2014No paint, please. I agree with what everyone else has said.Helpful Reply
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UpState on Dec 01, 2015No. No, you should not.Helpful Reply
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