Can I use chalk paint on Ikea furniture? Yes, but, I recommend using a primer and satin or eggshell finish paint for a more durable paint job. If you use chalk paint, make sure to seal it with wax or varnish.
The Ikea armoire was looking dated and we never really liked the color. Since working with Chalk Paint® I have started to look at every piece of furniture in a whole new way. We painted it white using Chalk Paint® in Pure White. The paint is so easy to work with and goes on easily with no stripping or sanding required.
Chalk paint technically does not require a primer ON SOLID WOOD. If you are painting laminate furniture with chalk paint, you will still need to prime first. You must seal furniture painted with chalk paint with wax.
Best paint for IKEA furniture
Before you start painting, you need to know what to paint with. Chalk paint is often used for painting furniture. This is because it's available in loads of different colours, applies easily (even in the nooks and crannies), and the majority of chalk paints don't need a primer.
Yes, you can paint RTA furniture from IKEA or any other store. Of course, this rule doesn't apply to every piece of IKEA furniture. We wouldn't recommend painting anything covered in fabric. And anything made of plastic can be tricky to paint and get right.
Can you paint over Ikea furniture without sanding? On laminate furniture, yes you can! But remember, when I say no sanding – it means you don't have to use a lot of strength or an electric sander to get the “finish” completely off. We do need very light scuffing on the entire piece to roughen up the surface.
The Ikea Billy bookcase has a laminate exterior that is difficult to paint. The secret to painting successfully is first to apply a base primer coat designed for surface adhesion. Once you have an even layer of primer, you can paint the bookshelf with your paint of choice.
Can you paint IKEA PAX wardrobes? Yes, you can paint PAX wardrobes to create a bespoke wardrobe that fits your space.
Can you paint Ikea Cabinets? Yes! The answer is yes and they even turn out well! When we did our huge kitchen remodel, we needed to add 3 cabinets and a pantry.
Havsta cabinet offers tons of storage and is made of solid wood so it can be repainted to your liking too! Great for customization.
I had some leftover Benjamin Moore Simply White in Semi-Gloss from another project and it ended up being a perfect match to IKEA PAX white.
Are the IKEA Pax wardrobes worth it? Yes, the IKEA Pax wardrobes are definitely worth the investment. You can organize and customize your closet space under a budget. The quality is also nice and sturdy.
Instructions. If possible, always paint your furniture disassembled, it's a much faster process and allows you to be more accurate. IKEA makes this easy since most items are purchased disassembled. If you're painting a small shelf or low-traffic item, sanding isn't necessary when using the correct primer.
Besides its matte finish, chalk paint differs from traditional paint in several other ways. One of the benefits is that it doesn't require any prep work—it can paint right over most clean, dry surfaces (except for metal or shiny laminate), even if they're already painted.
Prime your piece.
The secret to getting paint to stick to Ikea laminate furniture is primer! A primer will help your paint bond to the piece of furniture. It will also reduce chipping and peeling. I recommend Zinnser B-I-N, Colourtrend Prime 3, or this Rust-oleum Primer.
Step 4 – painting an Ikea dresser
The good news is that most kinds of paint will work just fine as long as you've done the prep work. Latex is usually the most economical choice, but chalk, mineral and ceramic paints all work really well too.
Allowing the paint to dry completely between coats to avoid bubbling and peeling, apply 2 thin coats of latex paint, followed by 2 thin coats of water-based polyurethane with a new brush or foam roller using slow, even strokes. Wait at least 72 hours before using your uniquely revamped Lack side table.