Chalk Paint Over Laminate Desk

Sep 13 2020 explore angela wilkins s board chalk paint.

Chalk paint over laminate desk.

I did not prime this shelf first because you aren t supposed to have to do that with chalk paint but what you are. You can also take an electric sander to the piece. Desk followed by 114 people on pinterest. The paint i used for both the shelf and the antique trunk is americana decor chalky paint in the color everlasting.

This makes me so happy because regardless of whether you re a pro painter or a total beginner this won t impact the outcome of your project. How to paint over laminate. Then apply a coat of an acrylic latex paint with a brush or roller using short even strokes. Chalk paint is a great choice for painting laminate cabinets because it hides brush strokes.

Once it s dry gently sand the surface with a 220 grit sandpaper. 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. To paint laminate furniture start by sanding down the surface using 120 grit sandpaper so that the paint will stick better. Your favorite annie sloan chalk paint this is what i used on the desk in the photos.

Supplies you need to paint over laminate. I personally take a 150 grit piece of sandpaper and sand the whole top in a circular motion. I started out by cleaning this shelf with a deglosser. I loved the idea of using chalk paint i ve used it before to redo an end table for emmie s room.

See more ideas about redo furniture painted furniture refinishing furniture. Tips for painting laminate furniture with chalk paint. Begin by sanding the laminate. How to paint over laminate furniture the best paints.

Bubbling while the paint primer is still wet 2. Since a lot of people are interested in this topic i m sharing a post that i originally published september 2014. 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. 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.

Next apply an oil based primer with a brush or roller and wait 4 hours for it to dry. It s gorgeous but doesn t exactly go on smoothly without a lot of work. Be sure to use the correct protective gear a mask and safety glasses.