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Can I Paint Furniture With Interior Paint?

Writer Sarah Silva

Is it possible to paint furniture with interior paint? When painting furniture, use interior latex paint if you want it to match the walls. Prior to painting, you’ll still need to sand and apply an interior or exterior water-based primer (with the exception of metal furniture, which should be painted with an oil-based primer).

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What kind of paint do I use on furniture?

A satin or semigloss finish in either a latex or an oil-based paint is the best option for furniture. The primer should never be left unpainted. Most projects benefit greatly from the use of a latex primer when using a latex paint. It’s easy to apply, stain-blocking, and doesn’t have the oily smell of a primer.

Can you use normal paint on wood?

Wood can be painted with oil, acrylic, and mixed media paints. However, you must first prepare the work surface.

What kind of paint can you use on furniture without sanding?

You don’t need to sand before painting with chalk paint. A gorgeous matte finish is achieved without any additional surface preparation. The foundation of the painted furniture industry as we know it was laid by Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint.

Can you use latex paint for furniture?

Latex paint (or chalky, mineral, or other paint) can be a low-cost way to update the look of your home’s furnishings.