Choose the right kind of furniture paint for your project

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There are 5 main types of paint that can be used on furniture, with multiple brands within each type.

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Choose the best type of paint for your piece first. Then select a brand. Most brands within a certain type are very similar.

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Let's take a quick look at these 5 types of furniture paint

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LATEX/ACRYLIC WALL PAINT

This is the paint found at every home improvement store. With the right prep, this paint can work well on furniture. I recommend finding "acrylic enamel" wall paint and avoiding "latex"

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"ALL-IN-ONE"  ACRYLIC BASED PAINT

It has a primer coat and topcoat built right into the paint which speeds up the painting process. This paint is marketed as a one step paint that does not require sanding, priming, or a protective coat

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WATER-BASED  ALKYD PAINT

A hybrid paint that is water-based when wet, but dries to an oil-based finish. This paint can be purchased at any home improvement store as every major paint manufacturer has a line of this type of paint in 2023.

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MILK PAINT

Milk paint comes in a powder form and is mixed with water to create a paint. It can create an antique look with distressing and chipping, or create a smooth, modern look with the addition of a bonding agent.

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CHALK PAINT

Chalk paint is a easy to use type of furniture paint that creates a velvety, ultra-matte finish and adheres very well to the surface it's being applied to

No matter what type of paint you choose, sometimes you NEED to prime before painting. Click the link below for full details on when to prime furniture.

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