How To Paint Ikea Malm Furniture
Zinsser BIN Shellac-Based Primer is specially designed for laminate surfaces and is perfect for the job.
How to paint ikea malm furniture. Most IKEA furniture is laminated therefore you need to use a primer that will allow you to paint the surface successfully. Actually two of them. Touch up the bed and smooth any drips with a 3-inch china-bristled paintbrush.
Once the primer is dry start painting. I have a load of wilkos vouchers and thought this would be the best time. The simple answer is yesbut there are a few steps you need to take.
Then a clear plastic coating is sprayed on top to make it hard. Please note this method is only recommended for IKEA furniture with a laminate finish. Oil paint works well for metal furniture because of its durable qualities and will stop it from chipping or scratching easily.
Save Pin It See More Images. In fact years ago I tried painting a Billy bookcase only to see the paint on it bead right up. Ive never painted furniture before and dont want to get it wrong.
Follow label instructions down to the last word. Mind how temperature and humidity can affect the paint or primer drying off time. One thin coat of primer is all you need.
Hacking it can be as simple as adding dome decals. And if youre wondering you can use spray paint it just takes a while longer to build up the layers for a nice even finish. Paint at least two coats of Primer.

