How To Paint Built In Bookshelves White
The type of paint to apply to a bookshelf depends on the sort of material the shelf is.
How to paint built in bookshelves white. Dip the paintbrush in the bucket of paint and rub off any excess paint on the scrap wood so that your brush isn t dripping. Painting built in storage to match the wall color can give the space a cohesive and intimate feel. Don t be afraid to paint. Then paint lightly in the direction of the wood grain.
Paint the bookshelf in a light even coat in the direction of the grain. Built in bookcase makeover. Thank you to my friends at general finishes for providing the paint for this project. We can t wait to hear what you think.
Choose a neutral uniform paint color that matches your wall paint color. Built in or free standing bookshelves can be painted to coordinate with the overall color scheme of a room. How to paint and decorate a built in bookcase according to interior designer marisa smith when painting a large built in bookcase choose a color that s compatible with the walls rather than painting it the white of the woodwork. This will allow the bookcase to blend in with the room instead of standing out and overpowering the space.
This is the story of a humble pair of built in bookshelves with very blah fireplace stuck in between. Enjoy watching our renovation. Let us know if you have any questions about this office project the diy built in shelves the decor style or the paint colors. I recently made a really big mistake and chose the wrong paint for a project save yourself a do over and keep reading to find out what paint is best for cabinets and bookcases.
January 14 2013 all interiors decorating diy s interiors remodeling. This wall is one of the few that survived the great kitchen living dining room remodel of 2012. For the living room of a los angeles home design firm commune painted the walls and bookshelves. Use long even strokes.
It s no secret that paint can transform any piece of furniture and this built in bookcase makeover proves yet again that paint is an affordable option that really makes a statement. Sure at first they were super ugly. Chalkpaint verses regular latex. Painting built in bookshelves.
I have painted a lot of rooms several piece of furniture but even so that doesn t make me an expert.