But because of the laminate s shiny and slick surface extra care needs to be taken when painting laminate furniture.
Can you paint laminate wood dresser.
Next apply an oil based primer with a brush or roller and wait 4 hours for it to dry.
It s funny how furniture pieces went from 100 wood to partial wood to laminate and wood and veneer to current ikea furniture and particle board.
To paint laminate furniture start by sanding down the surface using 120 grit sandpaper so that the paint will stick better.
You can also take an electric sander to the piece.
Lets start with a non techie description and say that laminate is very different than veneer.
How to paint over laminate.
I personally take a 150 grit piece of sandpaper and sand the whole top in a circular motion.
Once it s dry gently sand the surface with a 220 grit sandpaper.
You can paint both laminate furniture and wood veneer furniture.
Laminate is a man made shiny smooth non porous material that is like a print or photo of wood grain.
How to paint a laminate dresser.
Paint is the easiest way to refinish your dresser and nightstands.
Wood stains sealers clear topcoats concrete masonry products protective concrete coatings waterproofers.
Painting a laminate dresser or ikea furniture isn t hard at all.
This is a perfect piece to show you the 2 best ways to paint laminate furniture.
Begin by sanding the laminate.
Painting laminate is simple as long as you have the right products for the job.
Then apply a coat of an acrylic latex paint with a brush or roller using short even strokes.
You can use either latex or oil based paint on your laminate.
Simply painting them a new shade can give the pieces new life.
Be sure to use the correct protective gear a mask and safety glasses.
How to paint a laminate dresser.
Regardless of the type of furniture your working with it s amazing what a little bit of paint can do.
Project and images from mandi at vintage revivals.