I can't backpaint the glass top surface? What else can I do?

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Hi! I have a dresser and a table I'd like to makeover. Both the tabletop and the top of the dresser are made of glass. I know the only way to repaint them obtaining is to BACKPAINT, but the glasses are firmly stuck to the wood and there is no way to detach them...
Does exist a possible alternative? 
I thought about covering them with a patterned fabric, using the decoupage tecnique, giving many layers of finishing coat, to protect them.... but I don't know if it's good.
Especially the table.... it's not part of my home: it's part of a common space of an association, so you can imagine how many people will use it to write, eat, drink (and spill drinks lol), place things... well, it's a table... to live on!!

Is there a resistant, washable coating right for my situation?

And... well, if you have ideas for those disasters I'll accept them gladly!

sorry for my english and thank you!

Joank.brown71 · Answer

Home Depot has paint to paint mirrored closet doors maybe that would work.

Deanna Nassar · Answer

Most paint made for painting on glass is for small projects and you have to bake it afterwards.  It may work if you  wash down the table with alchohal, and let it dry.  Then use something like Kilz to paint the table first.  It's used most often to cover stains so they don't bleed through.   Let  that dry overnight.  Then paint with a good grade of paint.  I hear some good stuff about Gliden Diamond.  Comes in several colors.  Check this info with paint store.  They may know something better.

William · Answer

My concern is that painting or covering the glass with paper, cloth, or anything not sturdy may be a problem. The chance that someone may not know about the glass and breakage. I would consider tile or a mosaic tile.

Mar8731104 · Answer

would you try etching the tops? Many stencils are out there.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

I would opt for just using placemats or a table cloth that are vinyl so they can be cleaned.It would serve as covering what you do not like and washable since there will be multiple people using the table.

Carol · Answer

I covered a formica desk top with vinyl flooring once. Cut to size and glued it down. Lasted for years!  Lots of patterns to choose from too.

Jackie Byrd · Answer

If you stencil paint on them you could get a great floating effect.

MadameRã · Answer

Perhaps go a bit 'mad', & do three colours mixing the chosen colours & part using bathroom tile paint with oil based paint.
Have the base(of the cabinet) the one darker colour you like of the three & paint it first, then using two types of icing decorators(for cakes) ,place the colours in patterns by doing different dot patterns; i mean one could make their own whole new striking new look.. wanting a bit of an extra effect?...as its drying spray a clear coat of matt... Let to dry a couple of days & see the joy of your works(because its been done & looks great/the guys will love it too.. Keep having a smile with Art:)) M®

Marlene Matyevich · Answer

You can cover with oil cloth, it's both waterproof and pretty...very durable.

Karen · Answer

How about contact paper? It comes in many styles and colors. I've seen people on here use it on countertops and they say it's lasted for years. http://www.hometalk.com/diy/bathroom/countertops/contact-paper-counter-top-3786578...

Chrissy · Answer

You could cut a piece of wood to size. Paint , stain or decopauge it. Just another idea.

Marsha Sevek · Answer

You could etch a design using etchING cream and a stencil

Julie King · Answer

You can attach wood veneer, or build a shallow rim and do a concrete finish or even paint on the  decorative finish they use on concrete floors. It can be texturized. It truly depends on the style you want when done, such as industrial vs traditional.

Karen Beth Blatcher · Answer

What about  unicorn spit? It's a new product with gorgeous colors and lots of fun. Go to unicornspit.com to see. It's a non toxic gel stain that can be used on anything and smells like jasmine.

The Piddler · Answer

I would try painting them anyway and sealing  your design with mod podge or a poly that adheres to glass.

Jpy11082745 · Answer

The dresser looks like it might be from the 50 s  or 60 s it could be worth some money I would not do anything to it

Georgia Carson · Answer

Use a primer for glass, ceramic, etc like BIN. Then the paint will adhere to the glass. For heavy use I would clear coat over the paint.

Carol Cook Lucas · Answer

You could use tiles or tin tiles depending on the surface style. Either could be used with gorilla glue or liquid nail.

Jeanne Montgomery · Answer

Etching?

MrsSherri · Answer

Whatever you chose to do with them, I would recommend that you not make it a permanent change.  Those to pieces look to Atomic Ranch era.  Have them appraised first, before making any decisions.

Rene Williams · Answer

Usually automotive or aircraft body paint is thick and shiny making an excellent finish for picnic tables and such.

Kim Salmi · Answer

I've seen material made to cling to windows that mimic stained glass and textured versions of  glass ( frosted ,raindrop ,craked ice etc ) that would likely cling to your tabletops as well  saving you the trouble of finding a paint ...but still change the look ..seen it in catalogs  but I'm sure hardware stores have it available too .....my mom has a one way glass version of it in her garage door windows that's 43 years old ...so it's pretty durable too ..pretty sure it came from a hardware store at the time ...I'm sure someone here will have a great answer for you ...nice pieces to work with : )

Yvette Huesler · Answer

If you have a fabric you like, you can glue it to the glass and then cover that after it has dried, with another piece of glass. This is the best way to keep it clean. This way, if you wanted, the fabric can be changed.

9530106 · Answer

The 'dresser' looks like a mid century modern credenza, possibly a Lane. Very popular now, in the vintage market!

Catherine Finch · Answer

I recommend using fusion mineral paint by Homestead house, it works great on all surfaces. Just go to fusion mineral.com and search how to paint glass with their paint, they will give you all you need to know

Ginsum · Answer

What about doing a mosaic with cut up and/or broken dvd/cds as the tiles then grout

Mar12004966 · Answer

Adhesive, tile decals or sticky back plastic. Come in lots of pattern

Vonda · Answer

Check out Pebeo's oil paint options for a marbling technique 'Fantasy, Moon and Prism or, use alcohol inks with a sealant like VHT (VeryHighTemp)

Carole Drennan · Answer

I think it looks fine the way it is.  Decoupage and decals are not popular now in the area where I live, but glass goes with everything.

Gail · Answer

Apply vinyl contact paper.  Easy clean, easy remove when needed.  Another option, put photos, articles, etc on it & then place another sheet of glass or plexiglass on top .  Stabilize with thin double faced tape at corners.

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