How to paint garden furniture

The arrangement of the household territory of garden furniture is an important step in the design of the design. The most popular materials for interior items are wood and chipboard. Despite the functionality and comfort of such products, during outdoor operation they are exposed to precipitation and ultraviolet radiation. Therefore, it is important to protect the structures by staining.

Staining garden furniture made of wood

Wood is the best option for the production of country furniture. Natural, elegant and aesthetic material allows you to create a real decoration of a house site and serve a good service. However, in order to prevent possible drying, decay and deformation of products, it is necessary to adhere to careful care. So, to know how to paint wooden furniture for sure , it is important to follow the following recommendations.

• Step 1: Preliminary processing of the product.

Before starting work, disassemble garden furniture in detail. In this case, carefully check the condition of each fastener and replace the rusted screws with new ones.

• Step 2: Grinding work.

Using a grinding machine or rough sandpaper, thoroughly polish the surface of a wooden furniture product. Then remove the resulting dust with dry matter.

• Step 3: Polishing and cleaning metal.

Before painting furniture, it is necessary to eliminate all possible defects, pollution on metal structures. Use a wire brush for this, which quickly removes the sucked paint and rust.

• Step 4: Applying impregnation.

If the product made of wood is new and has not previously been painted, it must be carefully impregnated with deep -permaling emulsion. Such a tool helps to protect the surface from temperature exposure, weather conditions and mold.

Among the most famous manufacturers of antiseptic primer, brands such as:

•   Alpina Holzgrund;
•   Helios Boritex;
•   Pinotex Impra;
•   Tikkurila Supi;
•   Kolorit;
• Senezh;
• Neomid.

Important! After applying the impregnation, air bubbles may remain. To remove them, it is necessary to re -paint the surface with a primer, gently cleaning the places of the formation of the bubbles before secondary opening.

Also consider that soil paint can change its color when applying the first layer, since it is deeply absorbed into the wooden layer. This helps to reliably protect the product from exposure to direct sun and moisture.

• Step 5: Surface coloring.

Before starting the process and choose which paint to paint the furniture , it is worth making sure that the surface of the furniture product is sufficiently dried and has no pollution.

Then thoroughly stir the paint and quickly apply a thin layer of contents to a wooden product. It is recommended to perform the work with a spray, but in its absence you can cope with a soft brush.

Among the manufacturers of colorful wood on wood, such firms are popular:

•   Tikkurila;
•   Düfa;
•   Pinotex;
•   Kolorit;
• Aqui;
• Tex;
• Zebra.

• Step 6: Applying the second layer.

Before covering a wooden product with a second layer of paint, it must be polished with sandpaper in the direction of the fibers. After you remove the dust with dry matter, cover the surface a second time.

Important! It is best to engage in painting work in the summer, when the air temperature is 10-35 ° C. This will avoid unpleasant consequences in the form of absorption or lack of paint on wood.

• Step 7: Staining metal parts.

To paint furniture with your own hands, not just beautifully, but also practical to maintain the effect for a long time, the metal components of the product should be processed. The ADLER VARICOLOR paint is as suitable for such a purpose, since it has a high indicator of corrosion protection and damage to the material.

• Step 8: Installation of a painted product.

After the furniture item is completely dry, proceed to its assembly. It is advisable to use new fasteners.

Painting wicker furniture

Rotan garden furniture has a pronounced aesthetic attractiveness, therefore it is often used to design the interior of a summer cottage. Despite the convenience, low weight and elegance, rattan furniture is subject to delamination and deformation under the influence of the sun or moisture. Painting of wicker furniture is simple due to the fact that oil substances lie evenly, are well absorbed and suitable for the operation of any unprofessional master.

The most common brands of a paint manufacturer are:

•   Tikkurila;
•   Düfa;
• Ma-15;
•   Domus;
• Otto.

Coloring technology is not difficult. To do this, you need to adhere to the following instructions:

1. Prepare the base of the surface: clean from layers of old paint, eliminate the spots and with the help of sandpaper, clean the scratches.
2. Cover the base of the product with a primer or an impregnation for wood. This will allow the paint to “grab” faster and hold out for a long time.
3. After drying, apply paint with a thin layer. At the same time, pay attention to all recesses and details.
4. Wait until the wicker product is completely dry. This usually takes up to 3 days.
5. Using fine -grained sandpaper, eliminate all the irregularities, smudges and flaws.
6. Cover the product with a thin layer of transparent varnish.

Important!If there is no way to paint furniture from a rattan, you can apply liquid wax. To do this, it must be applied to the purified surface and let it dry. It will also protect the product from pollution, however, not for long.

Staining furniture from chipboard

One of the most common materials for the manufacture of garden furniture today is chipboard. This raw materials are pressed chips of natural wood, which are glued into a dense layer through a formaldehyde resin. However, under the external influence, the chipboard can be deformed and pasted, therefore, to protect it, it is necessary to cover the material with paint. In addition, garden furniture in the photo of design projects , made of pressed material, after painting, acquires the effect of decorativeness.

Features of painting products from chipboard

Coloring garden furniture from pressed material allows you to give the products an extraordinary style, as well as strengthen moisture -proof properties and resistance to ultraviolet rays. After competent application of paint on chipboard, the furniture not only receives an updated look, but also increases the service life. In addition, the protective layer of paint and varnish materials reduces the harmful effects on human health during the operation of furniture. Since the contained resins in wood will not be able to evaporate under the cover of varnish.

Preparation for the painting process

For neat and reliable staining of furniture from chipboard, it is necessary to carefully prepare the surface of the product. This is the key to the successful outcome of the operation. And in order to remove fragments of old paint, you can use the following methods:

• Thermal - this method involves removal of old paint by means of steam. For such a process, you will need a construction hair dryer, dry matter and a spatula, which can be removed from the surface softened layers of paint. In order not to inflict the damage to the chipboard, adhere to the recommended temperature regime.
• Chemical - this option involves surface processing by means of a chemical composition. Special washing should be selected based on the type of old paint on a furniture item. And in order to avoid unpleasant consequences, it is important to clearly observe the instructions prescribed on the package.

Before painting furniture from chipboard, it needs to be polished and covered with putty to eliminate minor defects. It is also recommended to cover the surface of the product with a primer before applying the acrylic composition. This will create an additional protective barrier against the formation of cracks and drying.

Furniture staining technology

1. Clean the surface of the furniture object from pollution, fat and dust.
2. Through sandpaper, polish the furniture item so that small scratches form - this will improve the clutch of the material and primer.
3. Apply a ground emulsion, it is preferable to use acrylic products.
4. After drying with a brush or roller, apply a layer of paint. To give color saturation, you can open the surface several times.
5. When the paint is completely dry, polish the product again.
6. Apply the final layer of colorful material.

Tips for staining chipboard

1. Products made from this material should be processed before painting so that the adhesive composition cannot evaporate toxic substances, and the surface does not absorb moisture. To do this, use a special impregnation that deeply penetrates the pressed sheet.
2. If you decide to apply varnish on chipboard, it is also advisable to open the upper layer with similar impregnation.
3. In order to achieve the absolute smoothness of the upper layer of the product, use a short -term roller when painting.
4. To emphasize the texture pattern of the material, its surface must be treated with pidina or alkyd paint.
5. If stained furniture has a dark color, then it is worthwhile to cover it with two layers of a primed emulsion. Otherwise, its shade will be visible through light paint.

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