I got a lot of questions about how I painted the oak bookcase in the playroom so I thought I’d make a post about it. The other playroom details can be found here.
This is how the bookcase started. I think some of it was oak and some was laminate.
I started out by using deglosser on the whole piece. It is really easy but be sure to wear gloves, eye protection and a mask. Just read the instructions carefully
I used Behr Interior Enamel paint in Satin. The color is Refreshing pool. When painting something that gets a lot of use then use ENAMEL paint instead of normal wall paint. It’s easier to clean up and seems more durable. I applied all the paint with a brush and a mini foam roller.
Ta-da! Love how the bookshelf turned out. I didn’t put anything on it for 2 or 3 weeks so the paint can cure and harden. Even if the paint is dry to the touch it isn’t always cured and can get dents, dings and scratches easier.
I painted this last June and this is a close up of one of the shelves. The bookshelf has held up really well especially considering that I have 4 kids and the bookshelf is in the playroom. I found 3 or 4 little dings in the finish which are probably from a sword swing or flying matchbox cars.
A little side view.
Hope that helps! Now go paint something!
>Oh how wonderful that color is!
I do so love paint.
Love,
Mrs. Kindergarten
>Looks fabulous!!! Thanks for posting the products you used. I always see oak/laminate furniture. Now I know how to transform it
>Love it! We recently discovered bonding primer also. We love it! Works fabulously to extend the life of your projects and fill in the wood grains.
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Thank you for sharring. This helped me on my way to refinishing a new bookcase.
Thank you so much for sharing your techniques and product list. Your bookcase is lovely. I recently purchased an oak veneer bookcase and I am in the process of refinishing it. I had to use different paints, but I am hoping that proper application and giving it time to cure will give me results similar to yours! I linked to your tutorial on my blog. Thanks again!
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Would you use this same process to paint kitchen cabinets that have been stained and have a coat of sealer?