Do you have an outdated piece of furniture, or simply a piece that no longer fits your decor" You may be tempted to replace the item; however, painting furniture is an easy (and inexpensive) way to give your pieces new life. Painted furniture can add a pop of color to a room ? like a red […]The post Painting Furniture: What" Why" How" appeared first on Freshome.com.

Do you have an outdated piece of furniture, or simply a piece that no longer fits your decor" You may be tempted to replace the item; however, painting furniture is an easy (and inexpensive) way to give your pieces new life. Painted furniture can add a pop of color to a room ? like a red lamp base or chair in an otherwise neutral color palette.  Painted furniture can also help everything blend in: for example, a new white headboard and white nightstands to fit a white bedroom.There are some considerations to keep in mind when painting your furniture ? when done poorly, painted furniture risks looking tacky or amateurish. In the worst case scenario, painted furniture begins chipping and peeling shortly after the project is completed. So, why are some projects successful, while others are a disaster" We asked Selena Rivas-Alexander, a designer at K.R.E. Group in San Antonio, TX, to explain the what, why and how of painting furniture. Before painting furniture, consider the design of the piece and the decor of the room it’s in. Image: Figura Kitchen and InteriorsCan you/...