Can you Paint
Ikea Furniture?

Before we begin, it’s important to note that while a large majority of the furniture at Ikea is made from laminate wood, not every piece is. To be sure your product is laminate and not solid wood or metal, look for a sticker somewhere on the piece of furniture to see if the product material is listed. If not, you can likely find the furniture listed on Ikea’s website and can check materials there.

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Now that your furniture is clean and dry, you’re ready to prime! Mix your primer and pour it into the paint tray. You won’t need a lot, so it’s best to start with a little, then pour in more if needed.

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Because laminate furniture really does not require sanding, you get to skip right over this step and move right onto painting! If, however, you see some imperfections or paint drips you’d like to buff out before you start painting, go for it! A medium grit sanding sponge is best for this situation. When you’re ready to paint, mix and pour your paint into a clean tray.

When painting Ikea furniture, it’s best to do multiple coats, so try not to go overboard on the first coat with too much paint. Paint your piece and allow it to dry completely before moving on to a second or third coat. If there are paint drips you wish to buff out, feel free to do so in between coats, just be sure the paint is completely dry first!

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Now that your laminate furniture is completely painted and dried, you’re ready to add your protective topcoat! Mix and pour your topcoat into a paint tray. Using a foam roller apply your top coat, going over it slowly to prevent bubbles. You can also use a Zibra Top Coat Paintbrush. Let this dry completely and follow the instructions on the topcoat you choose for best results.

Once your top coat is dry and you’re happy with your piece, go ahead and reattach knobs, pulls, and hardware and enjoy your revamped laminate furniture!

Whether you’re a diehard DIYer or a newbie to the furniture painting world Zibra makes it easy to find the inspiration, Paintbrush Kits, and Painting Accessories which you need to master how to paint furniture and all future paint projects. Shop today and discover the Zibra Difference!