How do I paint microfiber material, specifically my sofa+loveseat?
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I saw how you can paint your sofa for a phenomenal inexpensive upgrade, however unless I missed it, I did not see any material specifications...can any material be painted? Is the # of coats completely preference or should you try for a certain # of coats? Thank You DIY’ers!
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Here's two different ways Nicole that people have tried! Hope it can work out for you!
https://www.randomreallife.com/2015/08/chalk-paintinga-microfiber-couch.html
https://www.addicted2decorating.com/i-painted-my-sofa-before-after.html
Hello there,
I believe the instructions were for a microfiber sofa and they made it look like leather. sent out today 1st Jan 2020.
Here's a post that might help you - https://www.lilyardor.com/paint-your-couch/
I believe this post and video should give you the info you're looking for. https://www.lilyardor.com/paint-your-couch/
Hello these links could be helpful.
How to paint your microfiber couch to look like real leather! | Lily Ardor - Fabric Paint
https://www.lilyardor.com/paint-your-couch/
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/furniture/how-to-paint-fabric-furniture-easily-40441175
https://www.anniesloan.com/techniques/how-to-paint-fabric-with-chalk-paint
How to Paint Fabric Furniture Easily
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/chairs/how-to-paint-your-old-couch-paint-that-acts-like-faux-leather-43308732?expand_all_questions=1
How To Paint Your Old Couch + Paint That Acts Like Faux Leather!
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paint%20couch
Hi Nicole, I hope this video helps you
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwEz633cwQQ
They have covers you could get to cover them on eBay for 35.00 or or get material dye and make a large bowl and use a cloth and do it that way