| A mid-century dresser becomes a cool modern console with a new coat of royal blue paint. Remember to apply a coat of primer first and let it dry completely before applying color. Private Comment
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| Primer is important because without it, your paint will chip, peel, and bubble. Stains from the wood below will show through. It is key to achieving a saturated color such as this sunshine yellow-colored dresser used as a changing table in a nursery. Private Comment
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| You can achieve the pricey shabby chic look at home on your own. After applying primer, a few thin coats of white paint, let dry completely, then gently sand away some areas to create a distressed, aged look. Private Comment
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| A larger collection of a mismatched table, chairs, and benches can be married by using one paint color to create an outdoor patio set. Special outdoor spray paints, such as Krylon, are recommended to withstand varied weather conditions. Private Comment
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| Once you are feeling more comfortable with painting furniture, you can update your home's built-ins with contemporary color schemes. Seen here is a warm gray desk to match a sofa and rug with avocado green accents. Private Comment
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| You can also attempt patterns such as this playful harlequin design. Private Comment
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| For the especially artistic among us, a furniture face can become a blank canvas for a beautiful scene to unfold. You must be willing to set aside many hours for this effect, but the result is both grand and functional. Private Comment
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