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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

The Ultimate Inspiration Guide For Painted Furniture Makeovers


Get inspired with these painted furniture makeovers and painted furniture ideas!


Painting is the easiest and cheapest way to transform old furniture to fit your style and decor.  

If you keep an open mind you can score awesome deals on second-hand furniture.  With a fresh coat of paint, you can create a custom piece of furniture without spending hundreds of dollars.  

To help you narrow your time looking for painted furniture ideas,  I gathered my favorite painted furniture inspiration in every style and color.  You'll find everything from painted desks and dressers to unique custom pieces.  

painted furniture makeovers


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


1.  Do I need to sand furniture before painting?

Some paint brands claim their paint requires little to no prep work before painting, however, it's a good idea to always prep and sand a piece of furniture before sanding.  I recommend scuff sanding with 220-grit sandpaper then thoroughly cleaning before applying paint. 

For more in-depth information, read A Beginner's Guide to Painting Furniture.  

2. What is the best way to paint furniture?

There are many ways to paint furniture, including using a roller, paintbrush, or paint sprayer.  Each paint tool will give a slightly different finish, with a paint sprayer giving the smoothest professional look.  

3.  How do I prevent brush strokes when painting furniture? 

There are a few simple techniques you can use to reduce the look of brush strokes.  

1.  Use a soft synthetic paintbrush.  I prefer painting with a 2 1/2" angled Purdy brush made with soft synthetic fibers. 
2.  Be sure the paint is thin enough.  You can add Mineral Spirits or water to paint if it becomes too thick. Another option is to fill a spray bottle with water and lightly spray furniture before applying paint.  
3.  Use long horizontal strokes while painting. 
4.  Lightly sand between coats with fine-grit sandpaper. 

4. Is it okay to paint without priming? 

The short answer is yes.  Not all types of wood furniture require priming before painting, especially if using a dark paint color.  If painting over laminate furniture or painting dark-stained furniture a lighter color than priming with a shellac primer is necessary. 


5. WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PAINT BRANDS?

My go-to paint brands are General Finishes Milk Paint and Fusion Mineral Paint.  General Finishes is a little thinner and goes on smoother than Fusion Mineral Paint, but requires a top coat and more coats to achieve full coverage. 


MINERAL PAINT: Fusion Mineral Paint,  


HELPFUL RESOURCES TO HELP YOU PAINT FURNITURE LIKE A PRO

      

1. WHITE PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS



White MCM Dresser
White MCM Dresser
Paint Color: General Finishes Snow White

White antique dresser
White Distressed Antique Dresser
Paint Color: Dixie Bell Mud


Chippy white dresser
White Wash Stand
Paint Color: Miss Mustard Seed Grain Sack


2. TWO-TONE PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS


White and wood painted furniture ideas
White and Wood MCM Dresser
Paint Color: General Finishes Snow White


black painted antique side table
Singer Sewing Table Makeover
Paint Color: Dixie Belle Coffee Bean Mineral Paint


gray painted antique dressers
Two-Tone Gray Antique Dresser Set
Source: Katie Cloud



Pink and wood MCM dresser
Pink and Wood Painted MCM Dresser
Paint Color: Sherwin-Williams Redend Point
Source: Mercer Lane



3. GRAY PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS



Gray painted chest
Light Gray Chest Of Drawers
Paint Color: Fusion Mineral Paint Hazlewood


DIY Gray painted mcm desk
Chalk Finish Gray Dresser
Paint Color: Americana Decor Chalky Paint Finish Relic


Light gray painted multi-drawer cabinet
Light Gray Distressed Numbered Cabinet
Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Gray Owl


Gray antique dresser
Gray Empire Dresser 
Paint Color: Dixie Belle French Linen Chalk Mineral Paint


Gray MCM dresser
Light Gray MCM Dresser


4. BLACK PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS 



Black antique dresser
Black Dresser



Black MCM Dresser
Black Painted MCM Dresser
Paint Color: General Finishes Lamp Black


Chippy black antique dresser
Distressed Black Dresser
Paint Color: Shackteau Interiors Black Beach


Black painted chest
Black Painted Chest
Paint Color: Shackteau Interiors Black Beach


Black side tables
Black painted drop leaf side tables
Paint Color: General Finishes Lamp Black



5. BLUE PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS


Blue file cabinet
Liberty Blue File Cabinet
Paint Color: Fusion Mineral Paint Liberty Blue


Coastal blue milk painted campaign desk idea
Coastal Blue Campaign Desk
Paint Color: General Finishes Milk Paint Coast Blue
Source: Little House of Four


Dusty blue antique dresser
Dusty Blue Anqitue Dresser
Paint Color: Miss Mustard Seed Aviary



6. RED PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS


Tricyle Red antique dresser
Miss Mustard Seed Tricycle Red Empire Dresser 
Paint Color: Miss Mustard Seed Tricycle Red

Red side table
Red Side Table
Paint Color: Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Emperor's Sil





7. PINK PAINTED DRESSER IDEAS



Pink MCM dresser
Pink Painted Dresser
Paint Color: Custom mix of Melange Paints Mink Brown, Spice of Life, Madura Brown
 Source: Mercer Lane


Pink antique dresser
Pink Antique Dresser
Source: Mercer Lane


8. YELLOW PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS


Yellow antique buffet
Yellow Antique Server
Source: Lolly Jane


pale yellow antique dresser
Pale Yellow Antique Dresser
Paint Color: Fusion Buttermilk Creme



10. GREEN PAINTED FURNITURE IDEAS


dark green painted dresser
Olive Green Painted Dresser
Paint Color: Fusion Mineral Paint Everett


emerald green dresser
Emerald Green Antique Dresser
Paint Color: Real Milk Paint Lily Pad


green entry table
Green Entry Table
Paint Color: Custom Shade using Annie Sloan Florance, Scandinavian Pink, and Honfleur


Chippy green antique dresser
Chippy Green Antique Dresser
Source: Katie-Cloud


Olive green dresser
Olive Green Dresser
Paint Color: Vintage Moss


DIY green painted bed idea
Emerald Green Painted Bed
Paint Color: Annie Sloan Antibes Green


Emerald green side tables
Green Mismatched Nightstands
Paint Color: Real Milk Paint Lily Pad


11. TAUPE PAINTED FURNITURE


Stoney Taupe Painted Dresser
Stoney Taupe Painted Dresser
Color: Custom Paint Color
Behr Shitaake painted dresser
Greige Painted Dresser
Paint Color: Behr Shitaake 

12. FURNITURE TECHNIQUES 

Take your painted furniture makeovers to the next level and try a custom painting technique.  From layering chalk paint to adding decor moulds, these beautifully painted furniture makeovers will impress. 

Painted green dresser
Layered Chalk Paint 


Layered chalk painted dresser
Layered Chalk Paint with Salt Wash


Addin moulding to furniture
Adding Moulds to Furniture 


Floral Transfer on Furniture
Floral Transfer 


Did you find these DIY-painted furniture ideas helpful?  Are you ready to tackle your next painted furniture makeover?  The possibilities are endless regarding furniture makeovers and giving new life to a damaged or old piece! 


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  1. All of these were amazing! I need to go and paint something! STAT!

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  2. Great inspiration, Katie! These are all such pretty pieces.

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  3. Great roundup. It would be hard to pick a favorite!

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  4. Great roundup. It would be hard to pick a favorite!

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