AboutEileen Cronk Expertise If you are decorating your home on a budget I can answer most questions about what to look for when buying "good old stuff" at garage sales, yard sales or auctions. I can answer most questions about the refinishing, and repairing of wood items. I have had lots of experience in this area and made lots of mistakes over the years which I may help you avoid.
Experience I have been haunting auction sales,flea markets etc. for 30 yrs. I have worked extensively at refinishing, and repairing all the old stuff I bring home. I also work for other people, and do repairs and refinishing for several antique stores.
Expert: Eileen Cronk Date: 10/30/2007 Subject: painting a gold frame a new color
Question hi! i have a very large picture in a gold somewhat ornate frame. i am so tired of the gold but love the pic and it is going to cost a ton to get it reframed. i want to try to figure out if i can paint it a dark brown to warm it up. what kind of paint would i use and how would i prepare the frame to paint it? thanks so much!
Answer Hi Anne
Nice to hear from you.
Of course you can paint this frame..any color you want.
I have done this too many times to mention.
The frame will be plaster over wood, so we have to be careful with the cleaning part.
Personally I just dust well, but along the top edge where dirt collects, use a bit of soap and water to remove the grime. Wring the cloth well as you do not want to saturate.
A spray paint is fine if you can get a color and sheen you like in it, but I like the craft paints that brush on.
I like the color choices, and I just like the look of it when it dries.
I find the spray cans are mostly gloss enamel or flat.
Neither looks well on these frames.
Good Luck and a great question
Regards
Eileen
