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| After I sanded with a sanding sponge (lightly) first coat of oil based paint has been applied. I always sand lightly in between all coats of paint or primer. This is what will give it that nice smooth finish. I usually use a satin finish and thin the paint considerably with mineral spirits. More coats are needed when you apply thin layers but the results are worth it. Always use a natural bristle brush for oil paint! |
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| Sorry Shabby Chic lovers, I'm going to do my best to give this one a style like no other. Previously painted dresser set from the 40's . I've sanded with my trusty little Bosch palm grip sander. Used oil primer "Zinsser Cover Stain" to cover small areas where the sanding exposed the raw wood. |
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| The reason I push the Cover Stain product is simply because it dries in 45 min. unlike other oil primers that might take up to 24 hours before a coat of paint can be applied. Also oil is always best for raw wood .... doesn't raise the grain like water based primers might. |
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| Sanding just took a few hours and the priming only 45 min. Now I'm ready to get a few coats of oil based paint on. I always prefer oil for cabinets and furniture. What color do you think I might be doing on this one? |
