How to paint furniture
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You either need to sand down first, use a primer and then paint with standard paint; or you can use chalk paint that requires no prep work at all, just clean and paint. Chalk paint will give more of a matte finish, but is quicker. Here are some links:
http://www.livelovediy.com/2013/12/how-to-paint-furniture-and-dresser.html
http://www.erinspain.com/how-to-paint-furniture-a-beginners-guide/
http://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/how-to-paint-furniture-using-chalk-paint/