Chalk Paint Metal File Cabinet

I have done both and think the spray paint is easier and lasts longer as long as you use the spray paint for metal.

Chalk paint metal file cabinet.

The photo is my inspiration for my next file cabinet find. Don t let an old metal filing cabinet get in your way of creating more storage space in your home or office because it doesn t match your decor. File cabinet makeover using chalk paint this file cabinet is one of the things that goes in that closet. You can easily re paint a filing cabinet to match your room.

Can you paint metal with chalk paint by annie sloan. The purple painted lady found an article in better homes and gardens in march 2015. Not only will you have a great storage cabinet but you can also set up a message center on one side. It featured a blogger ciburbanity charlotte smith i kept it because i was impressed with her project.

For a more personal touch you paint your cabinet with chalkboard paint. Followed your suggestions on a vintage file cabinet that was in my fathers business and is i think from the 1940s. I recently tried to chalk paint my metal shower surround. When we finish making over the closet it will be moved to a more prominent location that will be more visible especially if the curtains are left open.

Follow our suggestions for finding the best paints for your metal cabinets. Aesthetically not so much. First make sure you have laid down some old fabric or drop cloths to protect the floor. Last week it was.

The first coat went on fine but 24 hours later i tried to put a second coat on and as i brushed the paint on the first coat peeled right off along with the brush. Learning how to paint metal cabinets can add new life to old pieces. Brushable paint will work too. Oh yes you can.

However spray paint will create a smoother surface and it is harder to find metallic finishes in brushable paints. Functionally it was exactly what i needed. I found a filing cabinet at goodwill awhile back for just 99 cents so of course i brought it home. You have to have a steady hand light layers or spray paint letting it dry in between each coat and sanding if needed.