How to Perfectly Paint Your Wooden Furniture?

Painting is one of the easiest ways to update the look of any space as part of home renovation without putting a dent in your budget. Aside from painting your walls to give your room a fresh look, you can also paint your wooden furniture to make it look brand new without having to spend a lot on repurchasing or investing in new furniture. At Wise Dublin Painting Contractors, we understand the desire to stay motivated at home, so we’re introducing new easy projects for you to complete and be entertained! Since painting is more than just picking colours and applying paint, Wise Dublin Painting Contractors is here to offer you tips and tricks on the correct steps for painting your wooden furniture for flawless quality and look:

1. Prepare and Protect

All painting and decorating projects should begin with preparing the work area. This is the same with painting your wooden furniture, where it is critical to protect and clear out your space. Choose a spacious area in your house where you can put your wooden furniture and paint it without any hassles.

If it’s not possible to move your furniture, you have to cover other furniture or décor in the area with cloth and do the same with your floors so you don’t get paint and dust on surfaces that are very hard to clean later on.

2. Clean and Renovate

Before applying anything on your wooden furniture, make sure that it’s free of any residue or dirt that may make it difficult to apply the paint later on. Use a microfiber cloth, soap, and warm water to wipe down your furniture and let it dry before applying anything.

You can also use wood fillers to fill in any holes and chips and a putty knife to smooth out any uneven surfaces. Allow the wood filler to slightly protrude above the surface, as this will be sanded out later and provide you a smooth surface.

3. Sand Surface

Once the furniture is cleaned and repaired, start sanding to remove the existing finish so that the new paint will hold easily and last for a long time. Make sure that every part of the furniture is sanded properly, especially the corners and cracks. Wipe the dust after sanding to get the furniture ready for priming.

4. Prime

Priming is essential to ensure you get the best result from your painting project. Apply an even coat of primer using a paint roller for larger surfaces and a paintbrush for trickier areas. We highly recommend Farrow & Ball Wood Floor Primer and Undercoat because it’s easy to apply and holds properly.

5. Paint

Finally, for the exciting part of this project, you can start painting your wooden furniture. If you haven’t chosen the right colour yet, you can visit our blog for some inspirations on different shades of paint for wooden furniture. It’s always smarter to invest in high-quality paint even if it means paying a little more since you can guarantee that it will hold properly and last for a long time without chipping easily or being toxic.

You should also decide if you want a glossy or matte finish for your furniture. Once you have the colour and finish sorted out, you can start by applying one coat of paint to see how it looks on your furniture. For best results, leave it to dry and add an additional two coats of even paint, guaranteeing the best results!

If you don’t have the time to do the painting yourself, you can always team up with a painting and decorating company for the job. Contact us now and we will be able to assist you with your painting and decorating jobs in your Dublin home! And if you need more tips and tricks, check out Wise Dublin Painting Contractors on Instagram or contact our team if you are doing a home renovation.