How to update and paint the old cabinet do it yourself photo

June 22, 2019 handmadebase

Currently in stores can be foundAn infinite number of various cabinets, dressers, racks, hanging shelves, multi-functional drawers for clothes and personal belongings. But if you decide not to dive into a long search, but to follow the thread of your imagination, then with the help of the following master classes you will learn how to update the old cabinet with your own hands beyond recognition. After reading the article you should not stayhow to paint lacquered, chipboard or wooden cabinet, what paint to paint and make it suitable for your own style, and you will learn some of the subtleties of this work. The content of the article:

3 main methods of updating the closet compartment

Painting - This is the most reliable and capital method.

Wallpaper, self-adhesive film and decoupage - choosing this method, remember that it is not durable!

Weaving fabric and decor with studs are also

The best method to upgrade any chipboard or wooden cabinet, of course, painting is not as expensive as it seems at first glance and quite simple in execution.

Painting wooden cabinet of chipboard

Paint selection

For processing wood and chipboard, you can use alkyd or acrylic,
spray paint or ordinary wood paint
for deeper staining - varnishes, but most often preference is given to acrylic paints.

They are non-toxic, dry at room temperature.the temperature, which in our case and when painting home furniture is very convenient, is presented in stores in the widest range, they can be colored, i.e. dilute with white paint, achieving the desired color. In addition, there is a choice of acrylic paint with the effect of mother of pearl or, for example, metallic. [alert-success] Aerosol acrylic paint is better than usual on the surface, creating a smooth and evenly colored texture. It is easy to work with both professional and newbies. [/ Alert-success]

Lucky is used mainly to give furniture of an old, but well-groomed appearance, noble and rich. In this case, the surface is painted over several times after the complete drying of each layer.
Varnishes are also needed to fix the color and protect the surface from scratches and minor damage.
Varnish will be needed even if you decide to paint the chest of antiquity or in the style of Provence.

Selection of brushes and roller After selecting the paint, special attention should be paid to brushes and rollers. Why you should not save on painting supplies, if you decide to update the chest with your own hands?

With the correct technology of processing the old surface and good staining, the cabinet will retain its appearance for several years.
When using bad brushes you will not save freshly painted furniture from sticking hair or lint, which is almost imperceptible to fix.

If you are faced with the task of painting a large smooth surface, then a roller and aerosols will also work.

Roller easier to take the right amount of paint and remove smudges, but with proper use of aerosols, the surface will eventually be smoother.

For staining medium and small parts of the cabinet, protrusions, bas-reliefs will be enough 2 brushes - wide and narrow.

ATTENTION: During the work, do not leave the brushes dry, it is better to put them in a jar of water, otherwise they will quickly become unsuitable. Technologists and painting techniques Do not forget about other important painting tools and materials, such as sandpaper or sanding machines, primer, putty, solvent and varnish All this is necessary to comply with the technology of proper staining. Equipment:

Sandpaper of different grit is needed for pre-mashing the old layer of paint and sanding the surface.

Primer will be needed for sealing up small cracks on the surface of wood or chipboard.

Putty (you can take the car) and the trowel will be useful in the presence of deep scratches, chips.

Solvent or white spirit is needed for degreasing the surface before painting for better impregnation.

Varnish performs a protective function and gives the furniture shine.

In general, the preparation of the cabinet for painting consists of 5 short, but very important steps.

To begin with, carefully remove the old paint and using a medium-grained abrasive paper (or typewriter) level the work surface.

All dust needs to be brushed away, but not using wet rags, sponges, etc. Otherwise, the old paint will only be absorbed better, and the new one will fall badly.

After treatment with the finest graining, degrease with white spirit (acetone) and apply a ground coat for better adhesion to the paint.

If there are large chips, then pre-fill them with putty and wipe until smooth. Already after applying one or two layers of primer.

When you know all the stages of preparation, it's time to move on to the main stage and figure out how to paint a wooden chest of drawers and chipboard.

Master class number 1. Painting under the stencil

Everything is mixed up in this wardrobe - romanticism, Chinese motives, and even something from Gzhel. Everyone sees something of his own. We study the painting technique. Materials and tools

Prepared wardrobe;
paint is white;
solvent;
spray paint blue;
golden paint;
stencil;
brushes.

Walkthrough Step 1.

We remove from the cabinet all fittings, locks, handles, etc. Using a familiar technology, we will prepare a wooden cabinet for painting.
On the work surface (on the floor) we lay out newspapers or a large piece of polyethylene so as not to spoil other furniture.

Step 2.

We take white enamel and solvent. In a small plastic can we dilute the paint and solvent according to the instructions on the can of paint.

Paint consumption is also written on the can, it is better to use this information and dilute the required quantity immediately. If you mix in a little paint, a different color may turn out a second time.

Make the background of the picture - put the first coat of paint. Leave to dry completely.

Step 3.

If the color is saturated and you like it, then take a stencil and put it on the cabinet. Gently glue on the front side and side walls so that there are no bubbles.

Shake the spray paint well and spray it over the stencil. For an even color, one layer of blue paint will be enough, so we do everything the first time.

Step 4. While the blue paint dries, we paint the accessories, taken from the cabinet, in gold leaf. After the parts are dry, fasten them in place. We remove the stencil from the cabinet and place it in the most prominent place in the room - after all, it now deserves special attention! You can decorate the cabinet under the stencil, for example, with flowers.

Master class number 2. Updating the cabinet of chipboard

This wardrobe looked very cheap since it was made of chipboard conceived. But we have updated it with a beautiful ornament for the children's room, now it can even fit into the interior of high-tech or modern. Materials and tools

Prepared wardrobe;
paint is white;
pencil;
knife;
building level;
sponge brush;
masking tape;
in addition: protective paint (enamel).

Decor process Step 1.

Prepare the furniture by stripping the surface of roughness, chips, cracks with putty and primer.

After using special tools to give the surface to dry completely.

Take the masking tape and paste it on the front side of the dresser according to your individual idea.

We make combinations of triangles along the upper and lower edges, diamonds in the middle, and rectangles in the upper and lower parts. Cut off the strips and draw up figures from them, as shown in the photo.

Rhombus is made by cutting out the same length of strips and placing them perpendicular to each other.
To make the rectangles, first glue the ribbon evenly, parallel to the cut of the dresser, and with the help of the building level and pencil mark equal intervals. Cut through one.

TIP: Keep track of the placement relative to the fittings (handles, latches) and the gaps between the boxes - let it be better symmetrical than smooth. Step 2.

Follow the instructions on the can of paint, take a sponge-brush and rub in a thin layer to create the effect of antiquity. Give the layer to dry.

After the first layer has dried, apply the second one. Then the color will be quite saturated and contrast in comparison with the background.

When you have achieved the desired color and the paint is completely dry, gently remove the masking tape (tape) at an angle of 45 degrees.

Step 5. The final stage is the application of protective enamel. It will extend the life of the cabinet of chipboard and protects against small mechanical effects, such as moisture and dust. And a stylish wardrobe is ready for active use! Coloring options may also be the same as in the photo below.

Master class number 3. Painting polished cabinet

Someone does not believe that you can make such a vintage-style candy out of an old polished cabinet without losing its functionality. And then described how to do it. Materials and tools.

Old polished wardrobe;
vintage paint (plain acrylic matte);
white spirit or acetone;
Brushes;
sandpaper or polishing machine;
gold handles for boxes.

The coloring process Step 1. Despite the fact that we create a vintage effect, the real tattered chest of the chest comes to nothing. Therefore, we carefully prepare it for painting.

To do this, remove all the old fittings and use a grinding machine to process the entire surface of the dresser. First, use a large sandpaper, after - fine-grained.

Putty and primer is not necessary, except for serious chipping on the surface. We degrease the surface with white spirit or acetone, let it dry.

TIP: Since the paint will be applied in several layers, it is very important that it is well absorbed into the wood. Step 2.

Cover the first layer of paint. Very thin, you can not try too hard and leave not stained places.

We rub the first layer with fine-grained emery paper. We clean dust, but do not use wet rags, sponges, etc. in the process. Wash only with a dry cotton lint-free cloth.

Next, apply a second layer of paint, also rubbing it. Leave to dry out and rub a little again.

So repeat until the color becomeseven but slightly rough. For this we used matte paint with a vintage effect. After a few days, it is completely absorbed and dries out and starts to turn yellow (pay attention to the instructions on the bank so that you do not have to repaint everything again). To avoid this, you can try this method of painting on a small and inconspicuous area. Start full coloring when you are satisfied with the result.

If you bought new pens, check if they fitDo they match your color and screw into place. Golden brass carved handles with patterns fit the white aged chest of drawers. Check the dresser to meet your requirements - it is still as comfortable, beautiful, and the paradox is modern. Vintage is now in fashion!

Wallpaper or film

Applying to upgrade the cabinet film or anyanother paper cover, remember that we use the wardrobe every day. And usually such a coating does not last long, but it is very simple in execution. We recommend using this method in conjunction with painting: see beautiful ideas for cabinet design with film and painting.

Weave cloth

This is the most laborious way to update the cabinet, when the fabric is stretched across the entire plane. The method is rather outdated. But maybe someone will like it.