The b and q paint section people advised that primer is not necessary with their Valspar paint - they were soooooo wrong. Two coats applied and everything easily peeled off! Whatever anyone says just follow the good advise here and USE the primer!
@TheCraftedLife
7 ай бұрын
I'm so sorry they told you not to use primer!! That's so frustrating! I hope you were able to salvage the project
@cdhn2009
5 ай бұрын
Whatever brand you use, what about if you use paint & primer combined? Some paints come like that. should we get same results?
@amandaslaven4574
Күн бұрын
@@cdhn2009 No, that’s what the commenter above is describing. It needs to be a separate step.
@saintbells
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for making this video! Now it’s not that scary to try to paint my own furniture 🙂
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
9 ай бұрын
I'm so glad!! Good luck on your project!
@Alexis-uz3hd
23 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for the tips! Going to try this today on an ikea bookshelf 😊
@TheCraftedLife
9 күн бұрын
Amazing!! How did it turn out?!
@DuboisDieter
11 ай бұрын
Love your honesty and ... avoid us from making mistakes :)
@TheCraftedLife
11 ай бұрын
Thank you!! Nobody wants to repaint furniture twice, so I hope this helps!
@jeranmcconnel319
Жыл бұрын
I've actually never painted IKEA furniture. But, this such great info. I guess I need to drive to IKEA!!!!!
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
I am so surprised by this!! I would absolutely love to see something in your shade of green!
@carolb4881
Жыл бұрын
Thank right to the point without a bunch of theatrics...will be checking out some of your other videos
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
So glad you liked the video! Thank you so much for being here!
@LetsExplore307
Жыл бұрын
You are a life savior, I started a room make over and most of my furniture are from Ikea and without even investigating first I head on and painted it and I was too desperate but now I know to finish it. Thank you.
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
11 ай бұрын
AMAZING!! Hope the makeover is going well! Let me know if you have any questions
@julian-fricker
2 ай бұрын
Thanks, hopefully renovating a new house soon and this will be super useful.
@TheCraftedLife
2 ай бұрын
What a fun project!! Best of luck with everything!
@boojeecloset
2 ай бұрын
Love this tutorial 🩷🩷 I have a few ikea tables I want to re-redo and this has helped a lot 🩵
@TheCraftedLife
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm so glad it was helpful! Best of luck on your project 💕
@carolb4881
Жыл бұрын
Wish I could give you 10 👍. Simple straight forward instructions. Followed your instructions. And my 4 compartment Kallax looks amazing and his now in my kitchen for storage. I have a couple more IKEA pieces that I am going to paint. Thank you Thank you🇨🇦👍
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
Carol that's AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing, I'm so glad it worked out! Here's to adding more color to the world ❤
@catdaredevil
2 ай бұрын
What type of paint should you use? Furniture paint or any emulsion?
@SelenaY.1331
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I found a Ikea desk that I love but one of the default colors is a black/brown when I want only black colored desk not two colors. You explained the process of the DIY AND provided how the different methods of applying paint work super well.
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
I know exactly what you mean!! My husband had the black/brown cabinet and wanted a solid black look instead so I painted it with the same method. Hope your makeover goes well!
@JuanAlvarez-km6dx
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a honest advice and easily explained "how to do". Greetings from Barcelona, Spain. I look forward to paint my Ikea Besta Showcase following your advice. Thanks again!
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
thank you so much for being here!! And good luck with the project-- let me know if you have any questions!
@sakuna74
10 ай бұрын
Just came across this recently and I will be doing my first DIY on my black /brown PAX wardrobe! We got more PAX wardrobes however they discontinued this black/brown color so I have to paint my old ones to match the new Grey color that they come in. I found your tips super helpful! Wish me luck in advance. 😂 Thank you!
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
9 ай бұрын
oooooo smart!!! Best of luck with the project, I hope it goes well!
@ml9673
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!! Fingers crossed I don't screw it up!! When you sand the first coat of the polycrylic, do you use the 120 grit sandpaper again?
@TheCraftedLife
4 ай бұрын
YOU'VE GOT THIS!!! And yes you can! The sanding should just be light to remove any imperfections that may have happened in the process. You can see how you feel after one coat (depending on how much traffic the piece will see, etc).
@aamc24
3 ай бұрын
I love your style, and thanks for the tips!
@TheCraftedLife
2 ай бұрын
thank you so much! I'm so glad they were helpful!
@Afaflens
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for tips 🙌🏻 I was looking for furniture in dark brown to match the rest of the room , but no I couldn't fined any , so I decided to search if it is possiable to dey them , I am gratefull I found your video 👏🏻😁 wish me luck in my first DIY !
@TheCraftedLife
6 ай бұрын
Oh I'm so glad you found this video because it's definitely possible!! Best of luck with your project-- let me know if you have any questions as you're working!
@mariepoumeyrol9756
4 ай бұрын
for the color part, if you paint with the roller, you apply one coat or two? thank you in advaaaance! love your videos
@mariepoumeyrol9756
4 ай бұрын
also how much time do you wait between a step and the next one? :)
@TheCraftedLife
4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! With a roller, you'll need two coats with the third being for touch ups. And for wait time, I did each step on a different day to allow time for the paint to cure. You can prime one day, paint the next. I would let the paint cure for at least a few days to help with long term durability!
@mariepoumeyrol9756
4 ай бұрын
@@TheCraftedLife thank you!! 😍
@Dawkinzz
Жыл бұрын
Such great advice because I don't always love the default color options of IKEA furniture! Now I can paint it any way I want :)
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
yes!! We need more options than white and fake wood!
@edabayaraydn496
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the useful tips! It will be my first diy project. Let’s see how it goes 🎉
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
YAY first DIY! That's so exciting! Hoping it turns out great-- let me know if you have any questions as you're working!
@JessicaCrafternoon
Ай бұрын
THANK YOU!!!!
@TheCraftedLife
Ай бұрын
I hope this was helpful!! ❤️
@melissaoneil1129
10 ай бұрын
Will that sealant be good for kitchen cabinets where there's bound to be spills and I'm looking for wipeability?
@MyFallenAngel96
8 ай бұрын
Should you build the bookcase before you sand/repaint/ect or do each individual part first then put together?
@TheCraftedLife
8 ай бұрын
If you’re buying it new, I would paint it before putting together! It will be so much easier for applying the paint without the corners!
@annalisedelorenzo5417
10 ай бұрын
Any tips for keeping the pre-drilled holes free from primer/paint/sealer when painting furniture that has yet to be assembled?
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
9 ай бұрын
yes!! First, you want to make sure your roller or brush isn't overly saturated! I would also suggest rolling up a bit of painters tape and placing inside the hole. You wont want so much tape that it stick out and leaves a ring from the paint, so just a small amount. For the most part, at long as you aren't applying a TON of paint in that spot, you should be okay!
@Jjlooking
17 күн бұрын
Is this true for the solid wood stained hemnes collection too?
@Sagepolice
5 ай бұрын
heyyy can I use the Zinsser BIN Aqua Primer Sealer (green tub) instead of the Bin Primer normal (red tub)? Thats the only one I can get in my country, I'm in Spain! thank you
@TheCraftedLife
5 ай бұрын
That's a great question! I think a shellac based primer will give you the best results. You might run into some scratches/wear with the water based. I guess it really depends on how much use the item you paint will get, but I can't fully recommend it (I haven't fully tested it in my own home). I wonder if there are other brands, but still shellac?
@bluejayjitsu4429
Жыл бұрын
I'm so excited to try this! Do you have any non-shellac primer recommendations? I'm vegan so can't use shellac. That blue is GORGEOUS btw!
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! I highly recommend that blue because it's somehow even better in person! I can't say that I've ever tested vegan primers (sorry!), but I think the BIN primer might actually come in a synthetic version. Would be worth exploring for sure!
@xavieraaltena4316
8 ай бұрын
Hi there! Painting some IKEA furniture this next weekend! I was wondering: here in the Netherlands we have some different products, so my paint says it’s scratch & stain resistant. Is it necessary to do the last step and add the protective finish? Love to hear from you! ❤
@TheCraftedLife
3 ай бұрын
hi! Im so sorry I'm just seeing your comment!! Hoping your project came out well
@bslbbd
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Great video! Sadly I live in a country that doesn’t have the BIN shellac primer, do you have other recommendations for primer? I wanna paint my Kallax. Our hardware stores here mostly have primers that are epoxy, water-based, acrylic, and lacquer. Thank you!
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
This is a great question! I unfortunately have really had the best luck with the shellac based primer, so I can't confidently give a secondary recommendation. But! Maybe you can talk to an employee and see if they have anything they could suggest for laminate surfaces. Always work trying a test patch to see! Sorry I couldn't be of more help!
@jadricklata3658
11 ай бұрын
So helpful!!
@TheCraftedLife
11 ай бұрын
I'm so glad!! Happy painting!
@andreiarolo
7 ай бұрын
Hiiii 😀 I liked your video soooooo much that I needed to subscribe 😂 Very informative and straight to the point. LOVED IT 🥰 I am looking forward to starting my ikea paint 🤗 Btw, take the opportunity to wish you HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎉🥳
@TheCraftedLife
7 ай бұрын
thank you so much! I'm so glad you found it helpful and are going to give it a try! Wishing you the best this year
@biancakunzli241
11 ай бұрын
Hello! Do I need polycrilic also if I want a mat finish on the furniture? Or is the polycrilic only required for glossy finish? Thx
@TheCraftedLife
11 ай бұрын
hi! Great question! Polycrylic does make a matte finish, but theres still a bit of sheen to it. I think it depends on how matte you want your pieces to be. Could be work exploring finishes since you'll definitely want to seal your work at the end!
@klaudiabzdel1614
3 ай бұрын
Oh great.... So sad that I didn't watch your video BEFORE I paint my whole Ikea kallax 4x4.... I was wondering why the surface is little bit sticky.... I didn't applied primer. But I used sand though.... Do you think that I can use protective finish and it will work?
@TheCraftedLife
3 ай бұрын
Sorry I'm just seeing your comment! I unfortunately don't think the finish would be enough. One way to think about it is if the paint doesn't have the primer to stick to, anything on top of it would just slide off the same
@lucyproctor7239
10 ай бұрын
Hi. I am currently following your video to paint my Kallax. I have don’t steps one and two (sanding and priming) My question is, do I need to do two coats of primer? I’ve currently done one and it seems to of covered well. Thank you! 😃
@TheCraftedLife
10 ай бұрын
Hi Lucy! How fun!! If you've covered the entire surface, and your base won't bleed through your paint color, you should be okay to move forward. 2 coats will always give you more coverage, but you could get away with just one if you're shorter on time or energy
@ami2846
3 ай бұрын
Is your desk made with an ikea worktop? I would love to know which one you used and how long it is. Thank you for the painting tips!
@TheCraftedLife
3 ай бұрын
hi! It's actually plywood I had cut to size at the hardware store. I wrote a full post about the desk in case you want to recreate it yourself: thecraftedlife.com/custom-ikea-desk/
@roksolanakohaykevych9975
4 ай бұрын
Im planning to paint my ikea pax sliding door the same colour as our walls. Would it be ok if i use Dulux wall paint? Thank you ❤
@TheCraftedLife
4 ай бұрын
I love that idea!! I think you should be okay! What finish is the paint?
@roksolanakohaykevych9975
4 ай бұрын
Silk Oatcream colour. Do you think I still should apply sealant at the end? I'm very excited to have it done 😊 thank you for your reply.
@pernillenrskov1028
6 ай бұрын
Hi! Loved the video, so great tips 💪 i had to subscribe! 🤩 I'm wondering if you can use a spraycan primer and a spraycan laque for finish touch? 🤗
@TheCraftedLife
6 ай бұрын
Oh yay! I'm so glad you're here! I do think BIN makes a spray primer but from what I've read, you would several coats. As for the sealant, I actually haven't tested the longevity of the spray version. I would assume again, it would take a few coats in order to get the same amount of coverage. Sorry I dont have a more specific answer!
@graziellaperig
4 ай бұрын
How long does it take for the primer and painting to dry?
@gp745
4 ай бұрын
Is this method suitable for kitchen?
@vilavg3657
5 ай бұрын
What do you suggest the process might be for IKEA metal or steel cabinets?
@TheCraftedLife
5 ай бұрын
I haven't done it myself, but I think you would be fine to follow any DIY for painting metal (usually involves a different primer specific for metal, a different grade of sandpaper, and metal sealant). Sorry this isn't more helpful, but I hope your project turns out well!
@reneenel4338
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for your very informative video. I have IKEA JOKKMOKK dining chairs which according to the IKEA website, are solid pine. What would the preparation process be for this kind of surface? Thank you.
@TheCraftedLife
9 ай бұрын
So glad the video was informative! Is there any finish on the chair at all? If not, you can absolutely still follow these steps. The materials would all still work fine! If there's a finish (or shiny covering), you may just have to sand a bit better in the beginning to remove it.
@TheSeibold6
Жыл бұрын
Thank you ! What spray gun do you use ?
@TheCraftedLife
11 ай бұрын
I used the Critter Spray Products 22032 118SG Siphon Gun, but it does need an air compressor!
@CaIIOut
2 ай бұрын
what grit sand paper do you use on the polycrylic step?
@TheCraftedLife
2 ай бұрын
You want to be really fine (220 at the MOST, but you could use anywhere to 400). And sand gently by hand! You're in the finishing stages, so you don't really want to remove anything!
@Colorousme95
11 ай бұрын
I've just finished painting a little ikea cabinet and want to seal it. Do I need to sand before I seal it or am I good to go once the paint is fully dry?
@TheCraftedLife
11 ай бұрын
Oh how exciting!! I would say it really depends on the finish. If there are bumps or imperfections that you want to remove, sand. If not, I think you'd be good to seal!
@VTK72
Жыл бұрын
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@Marobar2000
Жыл бұрын
Love your video, how many layers of primer do you recommend, is one enough?
@TheCraftedLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! So the piece I'm painting is white, I typically stick to one coat. If you're working with anything darker and are going to a lighter color, you might want to consider two coats just for better paint coverage. The BIN primer is thin and dries quickly, so you'll get a better sense after your first coat!
@gerrykenney3875
2 ай бұрын
How do you know if you have sanded enough?
@TheCraftedLife
2 ай бұрын
Great question! You're really just scuffing up the surface (instead of trying to remove all the coating or smooth out like you would on a traditional wooden surface). If you rub your hand across the surface after a light sanding, you should be able to cover the surface of your hand with the dust. But you don't have to do more than that! Hopefully that helps!
@therizz-z5r
Жыл бұрын
so i want to repaint my ikea desk because it has scratches and dents, what would u recommend I do to cover the scratches?
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
great question!! Are the scratches slight, surface level? Or are they a bit deeper? Just wondering if you could sand them out or if you would need to fill them
@Euphoric.Transcendence
Жыл бұрын
Does this apply to their metal frame furniture too? Like the vittsjö collection?
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
This tutorial is just for their particle board collections! Metal follows similar steps (sanding, priming, painting, and sealing), but you would use a different materials.
@kimballchristensen360
Жыл бұрын
Im painting a Tv stand and Ive primed but the edges won't adhere any suggestions?
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
Oh! Do you have the name of the tv stand? And do you mean the primer wont adhere to the edges of it or the paint?
@picklejar462
11 ай бұрын
how long do i need to sand? how do i know when it’s done?
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
11 ай бұрын
It's really just a light sand across the entire surface! You're not looking to remove the coating entirely; just scratch it up ever so slightly to give the primer something to stick to.
@picklejar462
11 ай бұрын
@@RachelSmiththecraftedlifethank you!!
@HeatherValentineMsFoodie
3 ай бұрын
Crap! I bought BULLS EYE 123 😢
@stevej4328
2 күн бұрын
Painting IKEA furniture isn’t easy as if you do it before building then good luck with getting it all to connect together. Any areas where the paint has gathered will cause you a headache when it comes to building it. I had to hammer areas just to get it all to fit together. Not good. Absolutely best to spray paint a very light coat.
@TheCraftedLife
Күн бұрын
I'm sorry you had an issue putting everything together! It definitely helps to not paint over where the hardware will go. Spray paint unfortunately will chip if you don't prime or follow the process I mentioned.
@itsme_kseniia
Жыл бұрын
thank you for the advices 🫶🏻 can’t wait to start a great makeover for my flat☺️
@RachelSmiththecraftedlife
Жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!! Good luck with the makeover!
@Timetravel1111
9 ай бұрын
You suggested sanding been primer with a satin finish and then paint it and then poly finish coat on top?
@Timetravel1111
9 ай бұрын
What color did people paint theirs? I want to paint the scenery of nature from a place that’s like Scotland or beautiful scenery like Ireland this mountain I climbed. I just have a cheap particleboard to Door Small cabinet that I use for laundry 🧺
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