Expert: Eileen Cronk - 10/1/2007

Question
Hi i recently got an old dresser from a yard sale.but when i say old i mean like maybe it was built in the late 80's early 90's it's wood but it's not high quaily wood and i need to know where do i start with painting it? it looks like it only has 1 coat of paint on it.Do i sand the paint off? or get paint remover? and the front part of the drawers just seem to be made out of a wood bar...Can i use a spray gun to paint it? or will it be best for me to hand paint it..Im going for the retro look of the colors expresso or cappuccino look... I really want this paint job to come out smooth  so please Help!!!!

Answer
Hi Tammy
I love this question...its easy LOL.
Lightly sand, then two coats of your paint color of choice.
Nothing could be easier.
And if you want a great paint job, avoid spraying.
The key is the best brush you can buy that is correct for the particular paint you buy...ask at the store.
And a good quality paint of course.
Good Luck and great question
Regards
Eileen