How do I paint this white melamine desk (pic)?
by Sissyc
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How can I paint a white Pottery Barn type 3 pc corner desk (Two cabinets and corner top all made from white melamine material needs help please, I want to salvage and just change color,maybe a gray like colorthx
I would use Dixie Belle Slick stick on it first. THEN paint. The slick stick will make sure that the paint will adhere to the newer pottery barn surface.
https://dixiebellepaint.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiaKl_N7H5AIVy8DACh2X7AUvEAAYASAAEgKw9vD_BwE
You can check out my post on how to paint a desk here! :)
https://letspaintfurniture.com/how-to-paint-over-a-laminate-furniture-desk/
Lots of ways
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paint%20laminate%20furniture
https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/inspiration/project-center/how-to-paint-a-laminate-dresser
I always sand it with a fine citation sandpaper ( 180 or 220 grit) then spray a light coat of primer & paint it with a water based semi gloss or gloss paint (i happen to like glossy paints best). I've never had a problem with the paint not sticking or having to use anything else "special" to make it come out right.......& I do a LOT of furniture refinishing. Good luck!
Grr typo.......fine grit
Remove hardware. Scuff with fine steel wool so the paint will adhere. Clean with denatured alcohol. Prime then paint.
I purchased my melamine desk at Salvation Army-----it was PURPLE! Ugly purple that not go with anything...
I found a spray Plastic paint at home depot.....cleaned the desk thoroughly and then simply sprayed the whole thing white....been two years an has not peeled or chipped. It gts a lot of wear since my 2 sergers sit on it and I do sew a lot! Good luck