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How to Paint Metal Patio Furniture Like a Pro

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Have you been wanting to learn how to paint metal patio furniture like a pro? Then today’s your lucky day! Check out this tutorial all the details.

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Painting Gives New Life To Decor

Isn’t paint wonderful? Not only does is come in a wide variety of colors and textures, but it truly can make a world of difference with even the most unappealing items. In fact, I would dare to say that over half of the items I own end up getting a few different coats of paint every few years. Yikes!

For instance, I’ve only been living in this new house my husband and I purchased back in March, and I’ve already painted my kitchen cabinets. I’m crossing my fingers I won’t get that bug to repaint them anytime soon because it was a HUGE project!

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    Anyways, with all of that being said, I found myself wanting a new patio set since it blended in wayyyy too much with our house siding. However, after looking at my budget and then the prices I saw for the sets I liked… it was quite apparent that my good ol’ trusty friend paint, would need to rescue the day!

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    How to Paint Metal Patio Furniture Like a Pro

    All you need to do is follow these easy instructions, and you’ll have new-looking patio!

    Tools and Supplies

    • Metal Patio Furniture
    • Mineral Spirits
    • Paper Towel
    • Old Cardboard or Tarp
    • Rust-Oleum Metallic Oil Rubbed Bronze
    • Top Coat Varnish (in Satin)
    • Kraft or Wrapping Paper
    • Painter’s Tape
    • Scissors
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    Instructions

    • First things first, you’ll want to clean your metal patio furniture with paper towel and Mineral Spirits (or another similar cleaner) to ensure that your paint will stick.
    • Once it’s dry go ahead and tape up all of the areas of your furniture that you do not want to get painted.
    • Don’t laugh. I used Disney princess wrapping paper because I couldn’t find my kraft paper! Believe it or not, it worked out really well. 
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    • Next, it’s time to paint. I used my all-time favorite Rust-Oleum Metallic Oil Rubbed Bronze and lightly sprayed one coat on my metal patio furniture.
    • Don’t forget to do this step on an old piece of cardboard or tarp! 
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    • I needed three coats to evenly cover every inch of my chairs, but just make sure you give your paint plenty of time to dry before adding a new layer.
    • Last but not least, add two coats of your top coat varnish to protect your paint from wearing off too quickly. 
    • In fact, if you plan on using your chairs on a daily basis I would probably add another two coats of your top coat on top of those to give it as much protection as possible!
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    And that’s all! I still have a long way to go with my back porch, but at least I’m one step closer to figuring it all out. 

    What kind of projects have you guys been creating lately?

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    I hope you have a great week, and chat with you soon πŸ™‚

    Pssttt…. Don’t forget to check out my DIY projects page chocked full of DIY and decorating goodness!


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    About LZ Cathcart

    LZ is an artist who loves creating illustrations, custom hand lettering and patterns for gifts, home decor, fabric, and wallpaper. She is also the creative mind behind The Summery Umbrella where she shows you how to make handmade signs, various DIY projects and gorgeous home decor.

    When she’s not dreaming up new projects and designs you can typically find her drinking her fair share of coffee, hanging out with her super handy husband and her sweet and sassy daughter. They all have a hard time sitting sit so this family is constantly on the go!

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    1. Gianna says

      December 3, 2020 at 9:43 pm

      Thank you for your step by step on spray painting outdoor furniture. I purchased an outdoor metal couch that said it was gold but it was more of a dull gray. Do you think Rustoleum in Gold with a clear gloss top coat(s) will do the trick? Does it actually come out a shiny gold? Thank you!

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      • LZ Cathcart says

        December 7, 2020 at 7:43 pm

        Hi Gianna and I’m so glad this post has been helpful πŸ™‚ A clear gloss topcoat will definitely help you achieve a shiny gold color. Best of luck, and send me a photo when you’re all done. I bet it’ll look amazing!!

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