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Start by examining your piece of furniture to check for any old residue from its past life. Any leftover substances (like stickiness from tape, etc.) should scrape off easily with a paint stripper, if necessary - just be careful not to damage the surface.
Tip: Don't forget to put a drop cloth down and work in a well-ventilated area.
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Always start by washing the surface with a good cleaner degreaser. Use a sander to add a little texture to the surface and remove the laminate's shine. This project used 150-grit sandpaper. Careful not to sand off the surface. Remove the dust from your surface with a dry cloth or dust spray.
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Apply Sherwin-Williams Extreme Bond™ Bonding Primer with the mohair roller, and allow to dry. Once the primer has hardened, it's time to lightly sand again. For this project, a 220-grit was used for this step. Remove dust.
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Using a clean mohair roller, apply your first coat of paint. Wait 4 hours, then apply the second coat. See your paint can for specific drying instructions.
Latex paint is recommended for laminate surface painting projects because of its durability and smooth finish. Try ProClassic Interior Acrylic Latex Enamel for lighter colors, and All Surface Latex Enamel Base for deeper hues.
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Clean up:
Always clean your brushes for future use. Learn how to properly store and dispose of paint here.
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