Question

Best paint to use for furniture? I want to paint bunk beds, and afraid the semi gloss paint I have will end up chipping, I would also love to avoid sanding if possible. Anyone done this before and have a paint they love?  

Answer 1

1) one coat of primer 2) then any paint for the actual color will be just fine, i've used flat or semi-gloss, depends on your look, might need a few THIN coats 3) then ALWAYS do a top clear coat to prevent chipping!  

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Primer: Zinnser BIN

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Top Coat: minwax polycrylic

Answer 2

Pittsburgh paint at menards. there is a fast dry formula

Answer 3

Benjamin Moore advance paint. As an interior designer i always use this

Answer 4

Behr at home depot has a paint for cabinets which I think is better than chalk paint. Just did a door and a vanity with it -- very pleased.  

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@mate10126 do you have a picture of what you used?  

Answer 5

You have to sand to help the paint do its work. also if you can use primer will be even better

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@circuitry31 i know, i was just hoping someone has a best kept secret they would share :) i painted our kitchen cabinets years ago and love them, but i am willing to cut some corners since these are bunk beds and not a focal point of the house hahaha

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@butterandeggs1 well the secret then is the primer, Shellac based primer. if applied correctly you dont need sanding. . use a small for better resuslt.  

Answer 6

Benjamin moore has a paint call stix

Answer 7

I always prime before painting , no sanding

Answer 8

I paint cabinets for a living. Just scuff sand, use a good primer and Sherwin Williams Emerald urethane paint.  

Answer 9

Yes agree primer then paint