How to Paint an Outdoor Plant Stand
Make your garden Instagram-worthy with an easy and inexpensive outdoor plant stand DIY project. Simply add a fresh coat of Emerald® Exterior to a wood plant stand to add an instant pop of color and protect the surface for seasons of outdoor living to come. A charming painted plant stand can also double as a bar cart for outdoor entertaining, making it a versatile addition to your home.
By Sarah Gibson, featured on Room for Tuesday
Supplies for This Project
- Multi-Purpose Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
- Emerald® Exterior Acrylic Latex Paint
- Graco Ultimate Cordless Handheld Airless Sprayer
- Wooden plant stand
- Paint stir stick
- Drop cloth or cardboard (optional)
- Sandpaper and cloth (optional)
STEP 1
Assemble
Assemble the plant stand per the manufacturer’s instructions.
STEP 2
Sand
Sand down any rough spots on the wood and wipe clean with a cloth, if needed.
STEP 3
Prep
Prop the plant stand up on a drop cloth or cardboard surface so it is level and ready for paint.
STEP 4
Prime
Add primer to the paint sprayer and spray on a uniform layer using a linear motion, ensuring that all wood surfaces are coated
STEP 5
Paint
Once the primer has dried, stir the exterior paint with a stir stick to ensure the color is uniformly mixed and add to your paint sprayer.
STEP 6
Reapply
Spray on several thin coats of exterior paint using a linear motion.
Tip: Be sure to let each coat dry before spraying on the next.
STEP 7
Let Dry and Enjoy!
Allow the plant stand to fully dry for at least 24 hours before styling it with plants.
The BEFORE and AFTER…
WARNING! Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. Controlling exposure to lead or other hazardous substances requires the use of proper protective equipment, such as a properly fitted respirator (NIOSH approved) and proper containment and cleanup. For more information, call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800- 424-LEAD (in US) or contact your local health authority.
Colors We Used
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