What kind of paint should I use to paint walnut wood furniture?
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My bedroom furniture is 49 years old and I am tired of the walnut wood color. I want to paint my triple dresser, tall bureau and two night stands. The colors I will be using are gray and black, but I do not know what brand is best to buy for furniture which will not leave brush strokes.
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Look for a brand of paint that says "self leveling" for fewer brush marks. Or purchase a product called "Flotrol". It's an additive used with water-based paints to help level out the paint and reduce brush marks.
And VERY important for any brand of paint is buying high quality brushes! Most professional painters rely very heavily on Purdy Brushes. You can also try foam rollers but sometimes they do leave a sort of "textured" appearance. If you're looking for very smooth, go with brushes. Or if your budget allows, you could get a small paint sprayer. I've used this one and LOVE it! :-) It's about $80.
https://www.wagnerspraytech.com/products/paint-sprayers/interior-exterior/studio-home-decor-paint-sprayer/
Remember: the higher the gloss, the more brush marks will show and also any imperfections in the furniture itself (such as scrapes, dings, scratches).
Thank you! That was all very helpful info.
For the finish, choose an enamel, not a paint meant for walls or siding. A high-quality paint brush will also help improve the results. Before applying primer or paint, remove dust from the surface with a vacuum or dusting cloth. Prime all the surfaces first and let the primer dry thoroughly, then brush on the finish.