Painting your wardrobe has never been so simple and sustainable as with paint Chalk Paint de La Pajarita. Express your personal and creative style by giving your old cabinets a second life. You can adapt it to your tastes, colors and preferred designs, which will make them unique and meaningful in your home. Are you ready to give a touch of freshness and style to your wardrobe? Follow our steps below and transform it!
Step 1: Gather your materials
- Aquaclean
- All-purpose primer
- Anti-Stain Wood Primer Coat
- Painting Chalk Paint in the colors of your choice.
- Suitable brushes and rollers.
- Varnish to protect the paint.
- Plastic covers to protect the work area.
- Old rag to clean up spills.
Step 2: Preparation
Before you begin, make sure you protect the work area with plastic covers and that your cabinet is clean and free of dust or grease. To do this, you can use our Aquaclean, designed to clean surfaces before painting.
Sometimes and on certain types of wood, yellowish stains may appear after painting and varnishing, spoiling the work done. These stains are tannins, substances found in wood and that penetrate the layers of paint until they emerge on the surface. To prevent this from happening, you can use the Anti-Stain Wood Primer Coat, and thus block the appearance of tannins.
By using Chalk Paint You will not need any base before or after painting since it is an all-in-one (primer, paint and protection). If the surface of your cabinet is difficult to work with, such as glass, plastic, iron, or aluminum, do not hesitate to use our All-purpose primer , which will fix the paint on the surface.
Step 3: Choose and apply your color Chalk Paint
Choose the right color Chalk Paint It is a crucial step in your closet restoration project. The color range of La Pajarita It is spacious and versatile, giving you endless customization possibilities.
Think about the atmosphere you want to create in the room where the closet will be located. Lighter colors tend to make a space feel larger and brighter, while darker colors can add a touch of elegance and warmth. In the previous video, @steffido uses the Almost Black and New York colors of Chalk Paint for your wardrobe transformation. Next, we leave you the color chart of Chalk Paint to help you find yours.
Once our closet is prepared and the colors chosen, begin by applying a thin layer of paint. Chalk Paint with a roller or brush, depending on the size of the surface. Let the first coat dry completely before applying the next. You can apply two or three coats, depending on the coverage you want. It may be that to paint the edges of the closet, using only the roller will not be able to cover the entire surface, for this you can use a trowel. Also, remember to use an old cloth to clean any possible spills.
Step 4: Effects and designs
Once the last coat of paint is dry, you can give it the look you want. In this video you will see how @mafernandez_ play with two colors Chalk Paint, (Horizon Blue y Hydrangea), designing shapes to give a touch of modernity and fun to your wardrobe. If in your case you doubt your pulse, don't worry, all artists need help, the stencils They will be your salvation!
Step 5: Sealing and protection
To protect your masterpiece and ensure it lasts even longer, you can apply a coat of any of our Water-based varnishes about painting Chalk Paint. You can find them available in multiple finishes such as matte, ultra-matte, gloss and satin. Remember that with Chalk Paint It is not necessary, as we have said before, it is an all-in-one, but if you want it, you will provide high resistance and protection to your wardrobe.
Step 6: Enjoy your renovated closet
Ready! Now you can enjoy your renovated and personalized wardrobe to your liking with a modern and charming touch. Not only will you have transformed it, but you will also have contributed to the environment, by giving them a second life instead of throwing them away.
And now, do you feel inspired to paint your closet? Share your creations with us on social networks and join the trend of sustainability in home decoration with La Pajarita!