Chalk Paint Metal File Cabinet

The photo is my inspiration for my next file cabinet find.

Chalk paint metal file cabinet.

Functionally it was exactly what i needed. However spray paint will create a smoother surface and it is harder to find metallic finishes in brushable paints. 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. The purple painted lady found an article in better homes and gardens in march 2015.

I found a filing cabinet at goodwill awhile back for just 99 cents so of course i brought it home. 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. You have to have a steady hand light layers or spray paint letting it dry in between each coat and sanding if needed. I have done both and think the spray paint is easier and lasts longer as long as you use the spray paint for metal.

Aesthetically not so much. Follow our suggestions for finding the best paints for your metal cabinets. For a more personal touch you paint your cabinet with chalkboard paint. Can you paint metal with chalk paint by annie sloan.

Brushable paint will work too. File cabinet makeover using chalk paint this file cabinet is one of the things that goes in that closet. I recently tried to chalk paint my metal shower surround. 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.

Last week it was. Painting metal file cabinets old metal lockers or other metal pieces can be done with acrylic paints spray paints or chalk paints. She painted a metal office cabinet. It featured a blogger ciburbanity charlotte smith i kept it because i was impressed with her project.

Learning how to paint metal cabinets can add new life to old pieces. Not only will you have a great storage cabinet but you can also set up a message center on one side. You can easily re paint a filing cabinet to match your room. Followed your suggestions on a vintage file cabinet that was in my fathers business and is i think from the 1940s.