How to paint furniture the easy way…no sanding needed!Â
You do not have to sand furniture before painting. If your piece is in good condition, this method will save you a ton of time and mess.Â
For the past few weeks, I've been working on a makeover in our bedroom that has completely transformed the space! I can't wait to show you the whole room.Â
The last big project in here was painting this dresser, and it turned out so beautifully!Â
I've had this lovely vintage Henredon dresser for years. I love the quality (dovetail drawers!), pretty trim details on the fronts and the ornate brass hardware.Â
The finish has never been my favorite though…it had an orange tone to it that seemed to get more orange with time. Also, it had an odd splatter kind of finish that I didn't love:Â
I've toyed around with painting it for a long time, but didn't want to rush into a color.Â
But I finally made a decision! I shared how I installed vertical tongue and groove planks on the walls in our room a few weeks ago. The bright white on the walls has made such a difference!
I've painted a TON of cabinets and furniture over the years, and have tried many ways along the way.Â
Typically, sanding or priming are options to prep furniture for paint, but I have found that cleaning the pieces well before painting is the most important.Â
Cleaning furniture thoroughly works as well as sanding before painting in many instances.Â
My favorite product for doing this is TSP, or trisodium phosphate. Â This product, also known as liquid sandpaper, is what I've used for years. But phosphate free options are now available. (Phosphate is not good for the environment and can be very irritating to skin.)
This M-1 TSP substitute spray is what I picked up for this project:Â
