Make Over An Old Bookshelf
Rather than getting rid of old furniture and buying expensive new pieces, it’s a nice idea to restore and refurbish them – and it’s not even that hard to do! Just follow these easy instructions:
You Will Need:
- Sandpaper – medium and light grade
- Primer
- Paint (preferably PVA)
- Thinners (if necessary to clean brushes)
- Paintbrushes
- Old bookshelf
Method:
- Use the medium grade sandpaper to sand the bookshelf to remove any old paint and varnish.
- To smooth finish all surfaces, use the lightest grade of sandpaper.
- Wipe the bookshelf with a dry cloth to remove all the excess dust.
- Brush on one coat of primer; allow to dry.
- Paint the bookshelf with the chosen colour; allow to dry.
- Finish off with a second coat of paint.
Enquire at your hardware store about which paint and primer will be the best combination.
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