how to paint on old furniture
solitairedsgn
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Jump to PostHow old? Why I ask is some of the old stuff has lead in the paint which is unacceptable today.
Here, in the Continental USA I can get a reasonably priced test kit from Home Depot. Sadly the work to mitigate is too much today so the piece must …
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rproffitt
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How old? Why I ask is some of the old stuff has lead in the paint which is unacceptable today.
Here, in the Continental USA I can get a reasonably priced test kit from Home Depot. Sadly the work to mitigate is too much today so the piece must be worth saving.
pradeepmadgaonk
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Step 1:Test For Lead
Step 2:Remove Loose Paint
Step 3:Sand Smooth
Step 4:Hand Sand Crevices
Step 5:Apply Primer
Step 6:Sand if Necessary
Step 7:Start Painting
Step 8:How to Eliminate Drips
Step 9:Apply Second Coat
Step 10:Clear Coat
Step 11:Let it Dry
Reverend Jim
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I find that if you just want to paint over without stripping/sanding, it is best to clean it thoroughly with TSP first otherwise the paint may just peel off.
AnnDash
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There is a lot of hassle with old furniture, so you better outsource this task)
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