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Expert: - 9/29/2009


Question

Thomsville triple dres
I have a 1970's Thomasville kingsize bedroom set that needs repainting.  Paint on the mirrors strip off cleanly if I pull on the peeling.  The majority of the furniture's paint is intact. I need to find out what kind of paint needs to be used, does it need to be sanded for new paint to stick, ect.  On the dresser top the paint looks vanilla color with small brown specks, the edges is a soft gold and green. Should an expert be contracted or should I give it a try?  Maybe you could direct me to a website that gives repainting tips.

Answer
Hi Debra
Nice to hear from you.
This older furniture is well worth keeping and updating with some fresh paint.
This paint job will be no different than any other so don't hesitate to jump in.
But you are wise to want all the info you can get before starting if you have never tackled a job like this before.
There is no need to consult an expert as the web has literally hundreds of sites that instruct us in the proper procedure and paints to use for the job.
Debra you can do this.
Here are some sites to study before starting.

http://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&source=hp&q=painting+furniture+how+to&meta=&aq...

Enjoy reading and very best of luck with your project.
Kind Regards
Eileen

Eileen Cronk

Expertise

I can answer most questions about the repairing and refinishing of all your old furniture items (the things we call antiques). I can also give you advice on what wood items to choose and what wood items to avoid at auctions, flea markets etc. I DO NOT give appraisals on antiques as this is not my field of expertise.

Experience

I have been repairing, refinishing and of course buying old furniture for the past 30 years. On any given weekend I can be found at auction sales or flea markets searching out a good buy. I have taken several courses in this area over the years, but I find "Hands On" learning to be the best teacher. I can help you avoid the pitfalls and problems of this wonderful rewarding craft.

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