I looove short weeks... I can't believe today is already Friday! In our old home we had {this} desk but I wanted something different, and unique for our new house. I had seen a bunch of DIY desks created with file cabinets and loved the idea of having extra storage. I have turned into a little bit of a Craig's List addict and I got both of these for $50. They were in great shape, but just different colors... Which I was totally okay with because I knew I wanted to paint them a fun color.
DIY Painted File Cabinets
1. Take out the drawers and removed the hardware. {I did not have a hard time doing this but from a lot of tutorials I read this can be a challenge. My suggestion: Google it.}
2. Lightly sand and then prime the cabinets using an oil based primer and a small paint roller.
3) I used a Valspar spray paint {Indigo}. I decided, after this project I should of used a paint roller {TRUST ME!}. I think the roller would of saved me time, money, and frustration. I ended up using EIGHT cans of paint trying to make the paint look even.
4) To finish the cabinets apply a clear polyurethane with a paint roller {not lacquer}. Confession time, I actually skipped this step...eek. I was just so over painting these cabinets and so far I haven't had any chips {fingers crossed}.
The office is still my favorite room!
{LJ}
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8 cans? wow. If it's any help, I just finished doing an old metal card catalog cabinet. I sanded and primed with Kilz (and lightly sanded again if it felt rough) and painted with 3 different types of paint (I was going for something special). I did milk paint, chalk paint and regular paint. Don't use a roller. Just get a good brush.
ReplyDeleteThe paint goes on nice and smooth if your primer is smooth. Feel free to check it out... Makemeprettyagain
Thank you for the advice! I love your cabinet!
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