How do I paint wood furniture for outdoor use?

Hi Sandi,

IF IT IS TO STAY OUT ALL YEAR, i WOULD USE EITHER A COLOURED WOOD PRESERVATIVE (LOTS OF COLOURS - PASTELS TOO) OR GLOSS PAINT OVER PRIMER AND UNDERCOAT. bEST WISHES

Wash down with TSP. Sand off sheen. Prime with oil based primer. Lightly sand again with 220 grit. Paint 2 coats of oil based paint.

Use an oil based primer and exterior paint like you would for a door.

An alternative to painting is a coloured wood stain like Unicorn spit stain and glaze. They have so great colours.

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You want oil based primer and then outdoor paint