I borrowed my friends paint sprayer thinking it would be fairly easy, like a can of spray paint right?...well it wasn't easy. A paint sprayer is much heavier and finicky than a can of spray paint. But it produces beautiful results, very nice and even, in the exact color you want, and is cheaper than buying a zillion cans of paint. And I can't even imagine trying to paint all those spindles using a brush!
I followed the basic steps- 1-2 coats of primer, 2 coats of paint, distressing, glaze, and polyurethane. Ah it makes me tired even typing out all those steps. I posted step by step instructions on the table transformation found here.
A few tips on using a paint sprayer:-you have to thin the paint A LOT!!!!!!
-because the paint is thinner, it applies thin coats- so be patient.
-it dries a little faster because it is thinner :)
-your forearm will get tired- because the sprayer is heavy.-nice workout
-cover everything!!- my garage floor is a little splotchy now :)
More creamy goodness.
And on another note... I got some vinyl for my picture gallery/ kiddie table wall. Only $8 after I used my Kohl's $10 giftcard I got in the mail.
Finally complete... until I change my mind. :)
You know, I see that style of table/chairs on CL frequently. What a HUGE difference painting and distressing them makes. You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteYour set looks fabulous! I love the distressing. I am currently painting a farmhouse table and four Windsor chairs black. I was torn between black vs. white, but finally settled for black. I know what you mean about the spindles. I'm using a brush and lots of thin coats. It is going well, but lots of work.
ReplyDeleteYour table and chairs look fabulous. I love the color and the distressing. You did a wonderful job. Just gorgeous. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteHmmm...I have a paint sprayer and just salvaged a table and set of chairs. i was thinking (or not...depends on the thoughts) of doing the whole set by hand - especially because I want to chalkboard paint the table.
ReplyDeleteOf course I am procrastinating on this project (smile). Nice results on your set.
Bernadette
www.b3homedesigns.blogspot.com
I can so feel your pain. I just finished a very similar set of table and chairs. Your finished product is beautiful, the hard work paid off!
ReplyDeleteForgot to add, I also have a kids table and chairs like yours, for my granddaughter. Her table is white with one pink and one aqua chair.
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I have a paint sprayer, but still reach for the spray paint sometimes because it's just so easy!
ReplyDeleteYour table and chairs turned out wonderful! Worth all your hard work!
ReplyDeleteDee Dee
i like the country kitchen table and chair set, the painting job came our really good too. i agree spray paint is much easier to deal with in especially in those tiny little wood work details.
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They're beautiful though! Awesome reward for all of your hard work! Love them! I have 2 out of 8 chairs that arrived more yellowed than the other two. I am not looking forward to matching them to the others (and was too impatient to return them - I guess it was the reason these two were cheaper). ugh.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking your project in the DIY Project Parade! Great job!
Roeshel
the table looks great, I do so much painting that I bought a paint sprayer, tried it and took it back Kudo's to you for making it work!
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Carol
Looks just wonderful my friend..great tips about the sprayer..Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
ReplyDeleteIt looks like all the work was really worth it - it turned out awesome!
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Lenore
Wow! This turned out just amazing!! All your hard work paid off for sure! I'm happy to be your newest follower of your delightful blog! Be sure to come by FrouFrouDecor..I love having new friends! I also have a link party every Friday and would love to have you link up!
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~Terrell @ FrouFrouDecor~!
Very nice. You did a beautiful job. Your hard work paid off! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out great!! I can tell you that painting spindles with a brush is horrible!! Glad you got the spray gun to work for you!
ReplyDeleteI think this is a good idea. I am surfing for improvements to chairs for my own little space ... see annabelleserendipity.blogspot.com and this may just be my answer. Love the site which I have only just stumbled upon. I am a new crafter and new blogger and need inspiration. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou did good!!! I especially liked the "home" wall. Beautifully done, all of it.
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Looks great. It was worth all of the work! :-)
ReplyDeletevery vintage but very beautiful looking chairs, it looks like a country kitchen and very homely, i liked the chairs a lot
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