Fun Furniture Painting Ideas

Flessas Design - Painted Benches

Painting furniture can be a great alternative to buying new furniture. A fresh coat of paint can change an old boring piece into something new and beautiful. Here are some great ideas for refurbishing old, used or boring furniture into something extraordinary:

1.    Classic Style – Cream or other shades of white bring a rustic and classic feeling to furniture. To add more style, accent with stripes. For a classic French look, try grey stripes. For a more country feel, add a touch of classic country blue.

2.    Fancy Feel – Mirrors are a great way to open up a room, but a plain mirror can be a bit boring. To take a plain mirror to the next level, paint on some design interest. By using stencils, you can create a beautiful original design without any expensive investments.

3.    Kids Rooms – In a child’s room, painting furniture in primary colors is a great way to bring a fun feel to the room. Paint a (Read More.....)

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HOT HOT HOT Painted Lacquered Furniture

A chair design often attributed to the legendary interior decorator Frances Elkins,  Dragonette has refurbished this piece in a brilliant orange lacquered finish with a cow hide seat.  Circa 1930’s.   Price; $3,800 Dragonette.

If you love modern furniture, why not dress up your home with glossy walls and lacquered furniture?

It can give your kitchen a wow factor by painting everything the same color.  Anchor this look with natural wood distressed floors, or consider a highly polished marble.  Red is very dramatic and wonderful for furniture for a high impact statement.

-Rust-Oleum 1906830 Lacquer Spray, Clear, 11-Ounce CLEAR by Rustoleum

-Rust-Oleum 1906830 Lacquer Spray,(Read More.....)

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