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Old 09-01-2016, 03:59 PM
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The new spray paints are marvelous! Paint and primer in one. Works on multiple surfaces. Read the can for the instructions.

I have painted several pieces of furniture. The best suggestions I have to offer are:

Use the paint that has the old type one finger push nozzle (usually cheaper) and buy the comfort grip attachment like Rust-Oleum 241526 Comfort Grip (around $5 and reusable) for full hand grip (or large trigger grip) squeeze application. Your fingers will not get tired and cause uneven application.

Buy twice as much paint as you think you will need and return what you don't use. (The return desk can look at the paint nozzle to see if it has been used.) This way, you do not run out mid-job.

The cap of the paint is the best indicator of final color.

Wear old or disposable gloves. Don't ruin a manicure!

Wear shoes you don't care about, or cover your feet. Socks work too. Don't ruin a pedicure!

Use old flattened boxes or tarps or old sheets to spray your items on. Wait for a day/time that is not windy or breezy. (You will also use more (waste more) paint on a windy day.)

The item should be thoroughly cleaned and dried before starting.

Use painters tape to tape off places you don't want to paint.

Less is more. Spray lightly. Let dry. Spray more, again lightly. Let dry. Do this until you get the coverage you want. Avoid drips this way.

Have old rags or paper towels handy for drips, but remember that every time you use them, you will be roughing up the painted surface. Better to avoid drips (see above).

Spray paint is transformative! Good luck with your projects!