What is the best spray paint to paint wood kitchen chairs and how many cans are needed for one chair? I’m not sure how to fix it. The amount of paint you’ll need is also influenced by the number of coats you’re using. We didn’t have the banquette seating when we first moved into the house and needed 5 chairs for seating. Less paint equals a better environment – and a beautiful finish for you. If the problem still happens, then it simply could be the brand of spray paint. Read the label of the paint you buy to make check re-coating time. Hi Polly – I bought the chairs over 20 years ago at a local furniture store. I’m particularly interested in restoring chairs as I want to start a similar project however I haven’t done anything like this before so really a newbie! We have used them in the dining room and didn’t have a problem. This will give you the total litres of paint you need for your project. You have inspired me! It goes very fast. When I started working in retail display over 30 years ago, I used spray paint every day. Thanks so much for sharing them :). It is made especially for furniture. I found you on Pinterest and saw you did what I’m about to do!! Well done! I have never been able to use an entire can before the spray stops working. Years ago I spray painted my dinette and chairs from chrome legs to glossy black and it was the best decision I ever made. InMyOwnStyle.com receives a small commission when certain items are purchased, but the price is the same for you. If you have done all this and the paint still looks uneven, let it dry for a few days. To get complete coverage on a wood dining chair, one can of spray paint is needed. Hi Laura – How long ago did you paint it? My kitchen has such a happy vibe now. … I used 5 different colors of spray paint. You sound like a wonderful daughter. I started at the top front and worked my way around and down the chair. Hi, love love love the chairs!!!! The chairs have lots of drips and one leg is Jerry Rigged with Duct tape wrapped around x fashion the leg and the rungs then painted. Part 5: One Year Out….The little things that are BIG. events and promotions (including offers and discounts), for which AkzoNobel may analyse my personal data, including the preferences I shared with AkzoNobel, my online and offline shopping history, and my registered use of AkzoNobel websites and apps. gorgeous!!! When you use higher quality paint, you’ll notice that you'll use less paint to get a great result. A simple tap with a hammer is all it takes to attach them. It is usually 3-8 minutes. !love the bench cushion, too. It took 2 cans to get full coverage for that chair. When spray painting, it is best to get all the coats on within an hour. Paint Brushes/Rollers My three favorite standard paintbrushes are: An angled brush for painting straight lines around the ceiling, doors, windows and woodwork. Hi Melissa – The chairs have held up great. I’m a little concerned about the ability to sand them appropriately. Part 4: The guidance and the results. The cold air will not only effect the spray, but the way the paint dries and cures. Thanks …. Helpful Tip One: 1 litre of Odour-less All-in-1 can cover 1 bedroom wall (1 litre covers around 10m 2) of 2-coat painting system.. In other words, the seat would stay it’s natural wood color. I am thinking of painting dining room chairs in our beach home, and they will get a lot of use! You can read about the paint in this post: https://inmyownstyle.com/2012/03/my-found-desk-gets-a-high-gloss-makeover.html, I have green chairs with oak seat. When using lighter colors, I would use spray primer by itself, then spray paint. Older furniture with dark stains always bleed through the paint. Hi Tara – A light going over. I have one question. Cover your face with a painter’s mask and goggles before spraying. Do you think the minwax poly seal is tough enough for a baby/toddler’s messes? Lillian in Kansas City here ~ you probably just saved me some big bucks! The cost of spray paint is going to come down to the brand, purpose, sheen, volume, and color. B R A V O ! Required fields are marked *. I was inspired with an idea that morning on what to do with my kitchen chairs. Also shake the can very well before spraying and shake a few times while spraying. hugs x, Crystelle. Definately pinning this! The Bunnings Paint Calculator is the simple way to plan a new look for your home. Those chairs look So awesome!! Any ideas? Having them each in a fun color is by far my favorite transformation of them. The paint is a synthetic lacquer that cures in a short period of time. It has held up great. Less overspray. We will send you colourful news every now and then, Our latest tips and inspirations are on their way to your mailbox, How to calculate the right amount of paint. Keep your can about 8 – 12 inches away from the surface and no further will help too. tool will calculate how much paint you will need to buy. 158 Comments. Let dry. :-). Thank you:) Debbie. In the morning when I saw the colorful stripes on the fabric, I knew I would be painting the chairs each a different color. I want to do this to my chairs. He then took plastic wood and filled the cracks between the leaf and the table before badly painting it. If you don’t have the ability to do this then you can raise the chair up by placing the chair legs on a few wood blocks. Hi Jill – If your chairs are a similar size to mine, then you will need at least one can per chair. You still would need to wash it down, lightly sand the piece to remove any gloss and create a tooth for paint. We went with the stick on soft felt after our mishap. Spray paint does seem like the best solution. Hi Trudi – To actually spray one coat on each chair takes 5 -10 minutes per chair, then another 5 mins for the second coat. What a happy day brightener these chairs are as you eat breakfast and start your day. All of the above calculations have been done for two coats of paint. I also have a post with tips for Spray Painting that will ensure success. The stain/poly from the original finish bled through. Thanks Diane, Hi Diane – Yes I would sand the sections you are going to paint first. Place the item in a fully lit space without shadows if you can. Or as you had mentioned, will color with primer work just as well over a dark color like black? If this is the case, you should be OK with sanding the chairs, cleaning them well and let dry and then spray painting. Thank you for the info – I’m anxious to do this project!:). I’d like to paint my (stainless steel topped) wooden counter height/pub table and 4 (wooden) stools some vibrant colors just as you did. :-). Sounds like your decorating style leans toward unpainted furniture. Hi Casandra – Good question :) I meant to put that in the post. How to Spray Paint Dining Chairs Do you have a project that you keep putting off? Here is a set of different chairs that I spray painted using gloss Valspar spray paint. Hi, Diane. A can of chrome spray paint, for instance, be about $8 per can, whereas a metallic spray will be less than $4 at most major retailers. Sharing leftovers is cost-effective, energy efficient, and puts paint where it belongs – on buildings, walls, and in the hands of aspiring artists – and diverts it away from our sewers, dumps, and landfills. Do you have suggestions for painting only the legs and back of wood dining chairs? Thank you! Once the paint is dry, apply clear wax first and then buff, then add a layer of dark wax. But you could be looking at far more than $100 to get up to speed. The Lowes is about an hour from my house and the Ace Hardwares in my area only carry the canned paint. Oh, I LOVE them Diane – such a fabulous hit of colour!! Polar Premium Silver Metallic Spray Paint for Multi-Purpose Use, 400ml for Spraying Metal and Wooden Furniture, Ornaments, Decorative Items and Much More - for Interior and Exterior Use 4.5 out of 5 stars 600 The pros to spray paint is that there is hardly any clean up, it will stick to nearly anything, and the dry time is much faster than latex paint. I came across this on Pinterest. Spray painting is best done outside where you have good ventilation. Once the surface is prepared, you will need paint, brushes, a drop cloth, and any additional finishes desired. To get complete coverage on a wood dining chair, one can of spray paint is needed. So cheerful and bright :). Or if you can find a color that you like that is a paint/primer in one, then that should block the stain from bleeding through, too. You are a great inspiration to us all! Not sure how true this is but it sounds plausible. I am sure your customers will love the chairs you paint in different colors. What brand spray paint to use and why, what to do before and after spray painting, and more. Quick tips for spray painting plastic furniture: Find a chair or piece of furniture. And, what a great pick-me-up they would be sitting down to dinner after a long day. This is the most common amount needed, especially when considering second coat coverage. I have never used wax over spray paint, but have used it over brush-on latex paint. Make sure not to use too much soap and rinse off by going over with a wet rag. This post is fantastic – I love how your chairs turned out; the different colors look perfect in your kitchen; the project is easy; and you described how to do it! How many cans of spray paint did you use per chair? They turned out ridiculously cute… How festive your kitchen looks! 3. I’ve been putting off spray painting some chairs…you’ve given me the inspiration and the knowledge I needed. (I plan to sell them in my Antique Booth). It can sometimes take days to weeks to fully cure. Turn your piece over and paint any areas that will be seen. 1-1/2 cans for each chair. Demounting doors on collection and installation on delivery are optional ( saving £150.00- £350.00+ ) If you using a light color over dark or have a lot of dark marks on the chairs from scuffs etc, you may want to buy a few more cans since these are the areas that took more than 2 coats. Shake the can well a few times as you spray and use long sweeping motions as you spray, don’t hold the can in one place and spray. A little paint had taken the chairs from old and run down to trendy and brand new. They are so happy. Thanks. TIP: If you have not used spray paint before to paint a piece of wood furniture, read this post first to ensure you achieve a perfect spray painted finish: Spray Painting FAQ. Spray paint is available in dozens of brands and hundreds of colors, so check out your options to see what will meet your project’s needs. Until the paint is fully dried? Our spray paint aerosols include solvent free paint cans from Liquitex and Montana chalk spray. I used Painter’s Touch primer to go under the light blue Rustoleum  enamel paint since it did not contain a primer. Love it! It only took a little, so I used the rest on various craft projects. One can per chair is usually enough. Hi Pat – Yes you can turn the chairs upside down and do the underside and inside rungs first. I had spray painted them 8 years ago and they held up very well then,too so I knew spray paint works for the long run. Please post them on my facebook page. If you paint when the air is cool – over spray should not be a problem. I did sand first. Fondly-Lisa. I was thinking it might be easier and smoother to,hand paint with a brush, getting a lot,of runs .. Maybe by the 6th chair I will,jade it down correctly! While industrial spray painting relies on special air compressors that break the paint particles into a fine mist, commercial spray paints are self-contained aerosol cans that use liquefied gasses to atomize the paint. On every piece I paint no matter what kind or type of paint I use, I always clean the surface with a damp soapy rag and then rinse and dry the surface before painting. I then got down on my knees and sprayed around each leg and underside. I posted about how to make a collapsible spray booth in this post: https://inmyownstyle.com/2013/07/spray-painting-chic-faqs.html, I have been know to get overspray on a few things in my life…including my husband’s car. Receive free, no … We sprayed this rocking chair with Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface spray paint in Sunset Orange (Gloss) and added some coordinated cushions to make it look fresh and modern. What a great way to great a morning by sitting around this cheerful table! As the paint dried, these little tiny specks lay on the top and that is what I think you are feeling when you run your hand over the surface. I also recommend Creativewood for your materials used. But they look terrific and I love the pop of color. How Much Paint Do You Need For a Room? I love this. I move it all around front to back and then move to the next rung. Thanks so much for the response! Love it! Thank you! I love the colors you used, they are so lively to look at. It’s one thing to see the total finish and another to see the before and after in this post! It's also worth including a little extra paint for touch ups. This way you can get an even finish base color (white primer) to completely hide the black and then need less color coats to a nice even finish. Doing this you will get a nice even finish. It allows you to save time and money by calculating the volume of paint you need for each room. Don’t hold the can in one position – keep it moving. Paint Calculator Tip 2: Two gallon cans of paint cover up to 800 square feet, which is enough to cover an average size room. To protect my shiny new refinished floor, I added one of these plastic sliders to the bottom of each chair leg. It should be done within a 30 minute time frame. And if I should, how long should I wait to use it? Hi Chris – The reason the white paint turned pink is because you did not use a primer or a paint/primer-in-one formula of spray paint. If you wanted it shiny, you may have picked up satin or flat by mistake. That was exactly what I needed and set out to figure out how to spray paint our nursery rocking chair. To spray paint the whole piece properly, you could easily go through 8 - 12+ cans of paint. The old varnish may look dated now but a fresh lick of paint and a touch of TLC can work wonders. Maybe try it on the underside of a chair and see if it sinks in. Keep this process up until you achieve the coverage needed. Your chairs are so joyful. Then start moving the sandpaper back and forth and up and down until you have sanded it. After you sand, don’t forget to wipe the chairs clean with a damp rag to remove all the sanding debris. Repeat for a second coat on all areas. Hi iv spray painted my chairs in satin black. It can’t hurt to try though. I would love to hear what you think of the Liquid Sander if you use it. Rustoleum is a great paint and so is Krylon. I enjoy the process – it is so exciting for me to see my vision and style come to life. It is a bit different to work with, but once it dries, it has a brilliant shine. I work a lot so my project time is limited and I bought valspars satin clear coat but I don’t want to crack the spray paint so I guess what I’m asking is should I use the top coat or just pray my kiddo (or husband for that matter) doesn’t ruin the paint job? I have loads of the felt ones – they do fall off, but I will try using them again. I seem to coat the world whenever I paint something…including our water heater panel so I’m no longer allowed to paint in the basement! Read the directions on the sealer label to see what they recommend time wise for time between spraying on coats. googletag.cmd.push(function() { I wanted to share with you that the plastic protectors on the bottom may not be the best for your hardwood floor. I noticed in the second picture of a “before” chair the legs are not black but are the blond wooden color. Sand until there is no shiny finish left. The best way to spray chairs is to place them on a table so you can see the underside as well as the top when you are in a standing position. I think I made several mistakes, from reading your post. I painted the top of the table is vintage red, legs are creamy color. Use a formula with a primer in it – most all have it now. Iv let it dry but on top of the seat it’s very rough? And yes Vaslpar is my favorite too! I always do bright colors in my own home (even have crazy different colored chairs in my home). The colors I used:  Valspar – Gloss Exotic Sea, Vaspar – Gloss Gold Abundance, Rustoleum Protective Enamel – Gloss Harbor Blue, Rustoleum Ultra Cover  -Gloss Berry Pink and Gloss Real Orange. Especially yellow. I had been considing this for my chairs, to go with my Fiestaware! The more you take the time to sand – the smoother and more factory like your finish is going to look. Please contact your nearest scheme directly to check opening times or click & collect/delivery options. . Any reason why I wouldn’t go that high on these chairs? Sounds like you are one busy and creative lady. We found out the hard way if a small sand grain/rock gets under it it will scratch the floor terribly. Any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated, many thanks and keep up the great work! Thanks for sharing this. This is exactly what I want to do, for a garden chair. Think about it! Our local high school has a phenomenal art festival, Focus on the Arts, where they invite hundreds of artists to give classes over three days to the students. Your home is so beautiful! No caps either, I swear I have caps everywhere no matter how hard I try! I always sand. Alice. Even now 2 weeks later it,s still sticky.! The problem you may run into is the wax will simply sit on the top of the paint and not sink in as it does on a porous chalk painted surface. Use more lighter coats then a few heavier ones. I like high gloss Valspar. Also, I did not wash it after sanding … could that be it? I just LOVE the colors you chose. Thanks. It more likely is from the same motion everyday of him getting up and down all day long and his belt hitting the same spot constantly. Your choice of colors are fantastic! I love your color sense always! :). 2 cans for the yellow, orange and pink. I came across an old wood table that was in the barn at my friends farm ~ Free. Thank you!! Sometimes I worry home decor is becoming bland. How to Spray Paint Plastic Chairs Materials Our biggest problem was learning how to un-clog a nozzle, but the paint always went on smoothly and covered well. This should give you a nice even coat. I spray painted the chairs glossy black over 8 years ago and did not use it then and the finish held up perfectly without it. Not a fan of that style of nozzle. Multiply your new total surface area by the number of coats you need – we recommend factoring in at least two coats. ! Need Paint? Don’t forget when spraying the chairs – spray using light coats only. Please contact your nearest drop-off point directly to check opening times before visiting. Or just 24 hours after? I use A Lot of paint! Depends. But when I repositioned the tape, I saw that it had taken a lot of the white paint off. Once that is dry, then paint. The happiness of this work is contagious. Thanks for the tip Suzie. I love the way your chairs turned out!!! If you spray it too soon, you may end up wrinkling the paint. Most brands sell a primer and nowadays it seems like most spray paints have a primer in them already. They do not have very good coverage unfortunately. Before you begin painting your home’s interior walls, ceiling, woodwork, doors, or windows, you need to estimate the amount of paint you’ll use. You can find it here: http://www.wayfair.com/ideas-and-advice/second-time-around-S6048.html. Your kitchen is delightful and inviting. First – shake the can a lot. mine keeps crumping up and it’s hard to pin down with painters tape, without going up the spindle. The dowels on the backs seem like they’ll be an immense chore to sand, any tips? I went to the junk store and came across chairs which I thought were Ethan Allen. :-) I love all of your beautiful bright pictures. 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