Miracle In a Can?

Spray paint really is amazing!  It turned these:

Into this:

For both of these pieces, the root method was the same.

1. Sand

2.  Vacuum/Wipe Down

3. Spray Paint

4. Ta Da!

I'll admit, the table did take a little more.  It had a ton of nail holes in it that had to be filled.  (I prefer Elmer's Wood Filler, but as Sabrina Soto would say, "You can get any type of wood filler at your local hardware store."  Just make sure that it is paintable.)  Then, sanding commenced!  Also, I decided to tone down the pink a bit by doing a layer of stain over the paint.  Because of that, I put on two coats of polyurethane over the stain.  The table took a little over 2.5 hours of work total.  However, I did have to wait for the stain to dry overnight and then wait for the poly to dry, twice.  So, it took me a few days from start to finish.  The rocking chair was easier.  It took roughly 1.25 hours and one day. 

This project also was super affordable.  The table cost me $1!

I used 1 can of spray paint ($4.23 w/tax), and I had the wood filler, sandpaper, stain, and polyurethane on hand.  (I have a well stocked garage from project after project after, you get the picture.)

The rocking chair was a little more expensive at $5.  :)

 

I ended up using 3 cans of spray paint ($12.69).  It had some pesky hard to reach places, which is why I opted for spray paint over hand painting anyway.

Notice the drop cloth and the well-ventilated areas.  I would also recommend a spray paint can handle.  They are available for a few dollars right next to the spray paint at your local hardware store. ;)  They keep your finger from hurting and your hand from cramping.

In summation, this was an easy, affordable project.  Final totals: $22.92 and < 4 hours of work.  Now to sit on the deck and enjoy it with Charlie. 

I think he adds that final touch, don't you?