PaintingIKEA furnitureis easy but requires some special care and prep work.
For this, you’ll need a roller, a high-quality paintbrush, or a paint sprayer.
Lay the pieces on your drop cloth.
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Sand the Surface
Sand the surfaces of thedisassembled piecesusing 120-grit sandpaper.
Prime the Piece
Apply a water-based or shellac primerwith a roller or brush.
Add a second coat of primer on darker-colored IKEA furniture.
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Once the primer is applied, allow it to dry overnight before painting.
Apply two thin coats of paint for a smoother finish.
you might use the same roller you used to prime, a high-quality paint brush, or apaint sprayer.
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Wait a few hours before applying the second coat of paint.
Then, make touch-ups as needed.
Remove the painter’s tape.
Allow the paint to dry for at least 24 to 48 hours.
Let the furniture dry completely for a day or two before reassembling.
For laminate surfaces, latex or oil-based paint is recommended.
Yes, sand IKEA furniture before painting it.
Yes, priming furniture before painting is necessary for several reasons.
