Don’t work in a room that isn’t ventilated since the paint fumes could build up and be harmful to breathe in.
You can buy wire brushes from your local hardware store. New paint does not adhere well to rust so it could cause drips or chipping if left untreated.
Wear long sleeves and pants while working with a TSP cleaner so you don’t accidentally get any on your skin. If the solution still doesn’t clean the chair well, mix another ¼ cup (56 g) of TSP into your solution.
You can also spray the chair with a hose to rinse it off. Avoid using a pressure washer attachment since it could damage the metal if the pressure is too high.
You can get metal primer from your local paint or hardware stores. Primer helps preserve the color of your paint and makes it easier to adhere to the chair.
It’s okay if you can still see some of the metal surface through the first coat of primer since you’ll need to apply another coat.
If you can still see the metal underneath the second coat, then you may need to apply a third coat of primer after the second one is dry.
Choose a color that matches the rest of your furniture pieces or pick a unique shade to make your chair stand out from the rest. Test the spray paint on a piece of cardboard before spraying your chair to make sure there are no clogs and that it has an even application.
You can apply additional layers of spray paint if you need to as long as you allow the paint to dry completely in between coats.
Make sure you get clear coat for interior or exterior furniture depending on where you’re using your chair.
You can buy chalk paint from your local paint supply store or online. You do not need to apply any primer on your chair if you’re using chalk paint. Choose a color that matches or complements the area where you’re putting it. You can also use an accent color to make your chair stand out from the rest of your furniture.
If can still see the metal underneath the chalk paint, you can apply another coat of paint after the second coat is dry. Make sure you don’t apply a thick layer of paint for the second coat, or else it will form drips and ruin the finish on your chair.
You don’t need to distress the furniture if you don’t want to.
Let the wax set for 24 hours before using the chair. You don’t need to use finishing wax if you don’t want to, but your paint may not last as long.
