Spray Paint Metal Lamp Base

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Spray paint metal lamp base.

It s easy to paint a metal lamp base with the right kind of paint. Spray the lamp with spray paint for metal. The texture will hide any small imperfections in the lamp itself and 2. Lamps like most home decor items may be trendy and stylish for a while but seem completely outdated a decade or two later even though the lamp is perfectly functional.

Then i did several coats of krylon gloss white spray paint. I even spray painted all my outdoor planters this summer. This post contains affiliate links after unplugging placing it on a tarp and taping around the cord area i also taped the base of the socket and the switch. This is found at any home improvement or craft store.

Spray paint is a life saver when re decorating or decorating for the first time. Am working on my blog now will post pictures when i get it done. Turntable revolving cake stand lazy susan or pottery banding wheel optional. It will hide any small imperfections in my painting technique.

If painting light to moderately used indoor metal surfaces think wall sconces bed frames or guest room night tables go with water based acrylic paint a cheaper 15 to 40 per gallon. Highly recommend spray priming anything metal glass ceramic any kind of smooth surface. Painting a brass lamp base. Cardboard box larger than your lamp.

An old metal lamp purchased at a secondhand store or rescued from a forgotten corner of your attic can be given new life with a quick coat of paint. Because i wanted them to have that store bought glossy finish i used krylon acrylic crystal clear high gloss spray paint. Specialty paints for metal surfaces are available at home improvement stores although their effectiveness will depend on how well you clean the surface of the lamp. Apply several thin coats until the desired look is reached.

I spray painted a couple of thrift store lamps silver and they look great. For the paint i ended up choosing a hammered black spray paint. Painting the base is simple here s the quick and easy steps. This would be a great way to give an old lamp a makeover.