I recently came across this adorable little vintage milking
stool at a pop-up shop, and couldn't wait to get it home. I've been
looking for a small step stool to live in my kitchen and this one is
sturdy and balanced enough (it's stronger than it looks) for me to use
as a quick "leg up." When, I got it, the stool's paint was cracking and
peeling, so I couldn't wait to get it home to put this glossy, new
orange coat on it.
The stool, before.
For this project, you will need:1. A piece of metal furniture or lighting that you want to paint! Mine was a vintage metal milking stool.
2. A metal specific spray paint + primer. I used Krylon Dual Paint + Primer in Mandarin Gloss3. Medium grain sandpaper
4. A wet rag or paper towels
5. A cardboard box or drop cloth + parchment paper (if painting a small piece)
6. Face mask (optional, but advised)
Instructions:
1. In a ventilated area, sand your metal piece with medium grain
sandpaper to rid it of obvious paint peeling, rust, and to create a good
surface for spray paint. If you think there is a chance that the
original paint may be made of lead, wear a face mask and clean the up
the paint dust as you go.
2. When you are finished, wipe the metal down with a damp cloth or paper towel. Get rid of all of the dust, oils, and sediment.
3. After laying down your drop cloth or cardboard box, and in a
well
ventilated area, spray thin coats over the entire piece and allow for
adequate drying time. If you are using a separate primer and paint, do
the primer first and follow directions on the side of the can. I usually
do the bottom of the stool/table/lamp first so that I can focus on
finishing the visible area perfectly. Repeat this spraying and drying
process until you are satisfied with the color and opacity.
4. Allow to dry for a good 36-48 hours before using. Place the object onto parchment paper to prevent sticking (if small).
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