How can I pain a fabric chair/sofa?
i read about a special paint that you can use on an a fabric chair or sofa It makes it feel more like a leather/wax feel-not stiff. Does anyone remember this type of paint?
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might be ANGELUS paint if not google paint for fabric
I use chaulk paint. The first coat is scary, be brave. There are many how to videos. I have been happy with the results and it really holds up to use
I've done it successfully with General Finishes Milk or Chalk Paint. I have a full post here, https://rootsandwingsfurniture.com/blog/paintedupholstery/ The key is to use 220 grit sandpaper between coats and at the end to soften it up!
You’re thinking of Dixie Belle paint. I’ve been wanting to try it for this exact reason, I just haven’t yet. Let us know how it goes if you give it a try! http://blog.dixiebellepaint.com/blog-post/how-to-paint-fabric-with-dixie-belle-paint/
Search Hometalk-several posts on fabric painting.
Hello! Check out our Hometalk blog that talks about painting a couch! https://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/furniture/how-to-paint-fabric-furniture-easily-40441175
It is super easy to paint fabric with Dixie Belle:
Step one: Mist the fabric to allow it to accept the paint
Step two: Paint one coat of Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint
Step three: Allow to dry and sand with a sanding sponge
Step four: Paint a second coat if you'd like, followed by sanding
Step five: Apply Easy Peasy Spray Wax if you'd like a little more protection if it will be used a lot
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