Repainting old chipboard furniture in a different color
Old products lose their attractiveness over time, but their characteristics are not inferior to new things. You can change the appearance of various objects by repainting, varnishing. How to paint chipboard furniture at home is the topic of today's publication.
Chipboard furniture paint
Before painting, it is necessary to assess the condition of the wood-based products. Chipboards are distinguished by their structure, workmanship, moisture resistance and other properties. It is better to start painting in a small specific area - training, and then move on to more serious procedures.
Paint for the described material:
- The chemical structure contains alkyd resins. To paint an object with this paint means to protect it from microscopic organisms, therefore they are suitable for rooms with an increased probability of the spread of bacteria - a bathroom or a kitchen. The substance has an increased pungent odor; when working, if possible, ventilate the room.
Despite the "flavor", the production of alkyd raw materials is considered an environmentally friendly product. It is used if the owners want the paint to dry as quickly as possible.
- Oil. Excellent coating ability, but long drying time for furniture. Quite a long workflow, since painting is done in several layers.
- Acrylic. A popular home-based surface coating product. It has a number of advantages: no toxic fumes, suitable for thorough staining, many different names and colors, affordable price, fast drying. It is not used in rooms with high humidity, therefore, the paint is not suitable for products that will stand in the bathroom.
Colorless varnishes are considered common varnishes; today, colored liquids are also often purchased.
When choosing materials, you should take into account the original appearance of the furniture; it can be changed or covered with the same color. Here you also need to take into account in which room the restored old object will be located, this affects the choice of shade. The style of the house itself is also paramount in the choice of tone.
- It is recommended to paint things in nurseries in green or a brighter color (a boy or a girl will use the furniture).
- For bedrooms, a white tint is more characteristic.
- Products even in dark colors will look good on the balcony.
- The kitchen and living room require selection to match the color scheme of the entire interior of the room.
Important! After any application of the mixture, the surface must be completely dry before starting the next stage of work.
How to paint old chipboard furniture with your own hands?
Can the chipboard furniture be repainted in a different color? Decorations of this nature are quite real at home. The technology of a similar process:
- Preparatory stage. The surfaces in the room are covered with paper, foil.
- If possible, it is necessary to unscrew various fittings or glass that cannot be repainted.
- Old paint is removed on the outer surface. You can use special substances for removing paintwork materials for work. This can be done with sandpaper or sanding equipment.Sometimes it is difficult to remove the top layer, the paint or varnish coating sits very firmly, then the surface must be carefully sanded.
- Sometimes a surface putty is required to level the walls. You can use car putty.
- Cleansing from dirt. A sponge (rag), water and detergent from a set of ordinary household chemicals are used.
- It is required to degrease the object (alcohol, acetone).
- To increase the adhesion of materials for painting, the product is primed. Builders are advised to do this several times.
- Coloring. Repairs to antique furniture are best done with acrylic paint. It is the most popular on the market for such raw materials.
- Laminate the item. The varnish is applied in two layers.
Note! You should be as responsible as possible about your safety during work - use gloves, a respirator, special clothing.
Cabinets
Changing the look of your cabinet is not difficult. There are several recommendations - paint in two layers with a roller, for difficult places to change to a brush. If inaccuracies are obtained, wipe with a sponge (cloth).
Chests of drawers
For the chest of drawers, be sure to pull out the built-in shelves. The area to be painted is fenced off with adhesive tape (masking tape). Sometimes these products are given a designer engraving.
Mirrors
It turns out to perfectly convey the vintage style if you paint the mirrors white, age them with silver or gold paint.
Other old furniture
Many items can be restored: countertops, office tables, etc. Such objects must be painted in the design style of the room where they will be located.
Ready-made repainted furniture is becoming a fashionable home product. It is not difficult to repaint furniture on your own, the main thing is to adhere to the recommendations.
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