Remove hardware, wipe down with TSP, prime with a sealing primer to prevent bleed through, then paint with a good paint (2 coats). I have used furniture paint and regular house paint. I don't use chalk paint because it scratches easily.
Hello. Chalk painting is always a wonderful solution to paint wood furniture items. For some of the most beautiful projects with informative tips that I have seen please visit my favorite bloggers chalk painted furniture Gallery. It might give you some creative inspiration.
From the link below -You will see an overwhelming library of her chalk painted projects as well as go to her YouTube channel to see the demonstrations of the chalk painting. Hope this helps.
Remove the hardware and clean it very well. sand to give the paint a surface to adhere to. Paint with whichever paint you like, at least 2 coats, allow to dry between coats.
If you use milk paint, it will give you a matte finish which people distress with sand paper to give their project a rustic look, also with milk paint you do not have to sand initially. Then be sure to apply wax or a finish over it because it will scratch off.
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My favorite way is to use Fusion mineral paint. Very little
prep work! Just scuff the piece with sandpaper, clean and paint. The colors are gorgeous too!
Remove hardware, wipe down with TSP, prime with a sealing primer to prevent bleed through, then paint with a good paint (2 coats). I have used furniture paint and regular house paint. I don't use chalk paint because it scratches easily.
Hello. Chalk painting is always a wonderful solution to paint wood furniture items. For some of the most beautiful projects with informative tips that I have seen please visit my favorite bloggers chalk painted furniture Gallery. It might give you some creative inspiration.
From the link below -You will see an overwhelming library of her chalk painted projects as well as go to her YouTube channel to see the demonstrations of the chalk painting. Hope this helps.
https://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/diy-gallery/
Remove the hardware and clean it very well. sand to give the paint a surface to adhere to. Paint with whichever paint you like, at least 2 coats, allow to dry between coats.
If you use milk paint, it will give you a matte finish which people distress with sand paper to give their project a rustic look, also with milk paint you do not have to sand initially. Then be sure to apply wax or a finish over it because it will scratch off.
here is info Alison
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7G5rdS04SE
A few ideas from other Hometalkers
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paint%20dresser
How to Paint Furniture: Old Wooden Chest of Drawers
https://inmyownstyle.com/how-to-paint-an-old-wood-chest-of-drawers.html
Wipe off any greasy finger prints or dirt. If using chalk paint that is ALL you need to do.
Here is how to paint it without sanding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nGCZf994Tk
Hi Alison, I love how chalk paint looks, hope this helps you,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16r8grZgMbs
Check out this transformation: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/bedroom/furniture/vintage-silverware-chest-turned-into-old-world-charm-36307025
Vintage Silverware Chest Turned Into Old World Charm
https://www.simplenaturedecorblog.com/how-to-paint-over-bright-colored-furniture-dresser-makeover/
Thanks all for the helpful leads.