How To Spray Paint A Brass Floor Lamp

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How to spray paint a brass floor lamp.

Most of them work great but just look yucky with all that tarnish. Painting a brass lamp can give a new look to an old favorite. You will want to clean your lamps very well. Bought at a thrift shop for 20 bucks now its a designer piece like you d spend 300 at anthroplogie.

The directions on the primer must state that it will adhere to metal or shiny surfaces or the primer will rub off soon after you finish painting. Priming is super important when spray painting brass. Here are just a few more brass lamp redos from some friends. Painting a brass lamp base.

Painting can cover an unsightly spot or help to blend in an older lamp into new décor. Again start with spray paint and you ll never look back on quick and easy projects. Dust dirt or grime will make the spray paint bubble so make sure to wipe them down very well and make sure they are completely dry. Feb 3 2019 explore jennifer norsworthy s board spray paint lamps on pinterest.

Spray paint for the win. I picked up two of these babies for 15 on my local area yard sale facebook page which i admit i am totally addicted to. One item i come across a lot in my thrift shopping are these old tarnished brass lamps. Lamps like most home decor items may be trendy and stylish for a while but seem completely outdated a decade or two later even though the lamp is perfectly functional.

It is an appropriate project for a sunny day as plenty of ventilation will be needed. Spray painting brass lamps is easy if you use the right paint. Spray paint the metal object with a spray primer designed for use on metal surfaces. First i gave them a really good cleaning.

Whatever the reason this is a task that will give a brass lamp a whole new look. I used vinegar and a soft cloth to wipe down all of the nooks and crannies. During that same time period i went to town spray painting my brass kitchen knobs and it s one of the quickest ways to update your kitchen for only a few dollars. The good news is i can pick them up usually pretty cheap and with a little paint i can give that old lamp new life.

I let them dry overnight then taped off the electrical attachments and the cord.