Chalk Paint Over Laminate Desk

Since a lot of people are interested in this topic i m sharing a post that i originally published september 2014.

Chalk paint over laminate desk.

Next apply an oil based primer with a brush or roller and wait 4 hours for it to dry. See more ideas about redo furniture painted furniture refinishing furniture. To paint laminate furniture start by sanding down the surface using 120 grit sandpaper so that the paint will stick better. I started out by cleaning this shelf with a deglosser.

How to paint over laminate furniture the best paints. I loved the idea of using chalk paint i ve used it before to redo an end table for emmie s room. Then apply a coat of an acrylic latex paint with a brush or roller using short even strokes. The paint i used for both the shelf and the antique trunk is americana decor chalky paint in the color everlasting.

I did not prime this shelf first because you aren t supposed to have to do that with chalk paint but what you are. Sep 13 2020 explore angela wilkins s board chalk paint. Your favorite annie sloan chalk paint this is what i used on the desk in the photos. You can also take an electric sander to the piece.

I personally take a 150 grit piece of sandpaper and sand the whole top in a circular motion. Desk followed by 114 people on pinterest. Bubbling while the paint primer is still wet 2. Common concerns when painting laminate furniture are 1.

Tips for painting laminate furniture with chalk paint. How to paint over laminate. I wanted to find an easier way to apply it this time around since i was redoing 2 tables that looked like this a coffee table a bookshelf and an entertainment center. Supplies you need to paint over laminate.

Chalk paint is a great choice for painting laminate cabinets because it hides brush strokes. At over 26 000 views one of my most watched youtube tutorials is on how to paint over laminate with annie sloan chalk paint. I used annie sloan s french linen dixie belle with slick stick applied first will also work jolie will work and valspars chalky finish paint will work too. If you re using chalk paint for a project you pretty much can t mess it up.

It s gorgeous but doesn t exactly go on smoothly without a lot of work. Poor adhesion after the paint has dried cured this will cause all your hard work and paint finish to scratch off easily long after your piece is complete this is a perfect piece to show you the 2 best ways to paint laminate furniture. Be sure to use the correct protective gear a mask and safety glasses.