Painted wood furniture ideas

17 Best Painted Furniture Ideas

As a design trend, painted furniture shows no signs of slowing down. With the wide range of textures and finishes and limitless color choices, there’s a look to suit just about any décor style. So if you’re ready for a fun, creatively satisfying project, why not give an old piece a new attitude with a fresh coat of paint.

Here you’ll find DIY ideas for furniture made of wood, metal, and plastic, so before you grab that brush (or spray can), click through for inspiration, helpful how-tos, and links to complete tutorials.

Use Chalk Paint

Courtesy Salvaged Inspiration

A big part of the DIY painted furniture craze has to do with chalk paint. It’s easy to use, adheres well to a host of surfaces with an appealing matte finish, and works great with other mediums (such as glaze and stain) as well as stencils and transfers for truly unique looks.

Try Milk Paint

Similar to chalk paint in results but with a slightly different formulation, milk paint is also popular with crafters (in fact, you can mix up your own). To create the cool distressed patina on this dresser, use a scraper on the almost-dry surface to add dings and chips; you can also place tape on near-dry milk paint and then peel it off for a stripped effect.

Paint Upholstered Furniture

Courtesy Artsy VaVa

Got an upholstered chair with a fussy pattern? Paint can provide a modern monochrome transformation. The trick is to mist the upholstery well with water to help paint adhere. Be sure to wiggle into all the nooks and crannies with a small brush, and sand lightly between coats. It will take at least three coats to fully conceal the pattern, and more if going from a dark shade to light.

Try the “Pour-on” Method

Courtesy Jami Ray Vintage

This dazzling design recalls the spin-art creations made at carnivals back in the day. An entire piece done with the “pour-on” method would be too busy, but it’s just right on drawer fronts. The secret is to give the paint a runny consistency, with water, topcoat, or thinner. Simply drizzle on loosened paint randomly, then move the drawer in all directions to spread and swirl. Repeat with two or more colors.

Paint Metal, Plastic, and Fiberboard

Courtesy Rose Clearfield

Just because you’ve got work to do doesn’t mean the décor must be seriously drab. Redo a metal filing cabinet, adding tapered legs and new hardware in a glitzy hue, and your home office may become your new happy place. Check out the This Old House primer for painting metal—and other surfaces you thought you couldn’t take a brush to!

Color Wash Furniture

Though you appreciate the warmth of wood, you may wish to liven it up a bit—especially on a large, potentially stodgy piece like an armoire or hutch. Try this cool color wash technique, great on raw wood as well stained surfaces. Chalk paint is thinned with water and brushed on, then wiped off. The beauty of the grain will show through the subtle color.

Achieve a Boat-Wood Effect

Daniel Hennessy

Furniture crafted from the wood of salvaged fishing boats inspired this four-color paint technique. You’ll brush on a base coat in one shade, then layer on others and scrape or sand to get the desired effect when the paint is 90 percent dry. The rustic results are ideal for small pieces like this end table or perhaps a trunk.

Memphis Style Furniture Painting

It’s ba-a-a-ck! The flashy colors and asymmetrical shapes of the Memphis Milano movement have resurged. So grab a few hot hues—neon pink, acid green, bright primaries—and transform a staid sideboard or dressing table into a piece that screams Eighties. Draw your design in chalk first—or dare to go freehand!

Create Faux Marble Furniture Surfaces

A natural stone tabletop is elegant—but heavy and expensive. To fake it, pick paint colors that mimic real marble, white, and a few shades of gray. Brush on a coat of white, then use a cotton rag or sock to dab and swirl the other shades while the first coat is still slightly wet.

Paint Wrought Iron Furniture

An iron bed frame can be a contrary piece. Thin spindles and airy curves have a delicate quality, but black is a bit bleak, particularly in a bedroom with a feminine feel. Lighten things up with water-based acrylic paint—a fast-drying, low-fume formula that will resist cracking and chips once cured. Clean the iron really well first (tip: use trisodium phosphate). Since you may not wish to move the heavy frame from the bedroom, be extra conscientious about protecting the floor from splatters with a drop cloth.

Decoupage Furniture

Enhance the most pedestrian pieces with decoupage: the art of combining paint techniques with colored paper cutouts. These days, you can cheat by buying ready-to-use decorative paper made for this technique. See the how-to for transforming a once-blah bookshelf with teal chalk paint and beautiful butterflies arranged on the inside for stealth style.

Create a weathered paint look

Daniel Hennessy

Fashion instant “antiques” like this worn-to-wow bench with three colors and a scraper. Finish with wax or, if your piece will sit outside, hemp oil (wax won’t hold up to the elements well). Chalk paint and milk paint both work equally well for this project.

Paint Plastic Outdoor Furniture

Plastic outdoor furniture that’s seen better days needn’t become landfill fodder. The material is fairly porous, so the right paint will adhere well—just first ensure that surfaces are squeaky clean and smooth. For long-lasting, chip-resistant results, opt for Rust-Oleum Paint for Plastic. The oil-based formula affords good coverage without primer, and the glossy finish is perfect for plastic. For a similar product on a budget, go with Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Multi-Purpose Spray Paint.

Paint Picture Frames

To create an impressive gallery wall, paint a collection of different size and style frames in the same shade. A single color lends cohesion and helps draw the eye from one picture to the next. Remove the backing, glass, and artwork from the frames, sand lightly, and wipe clean to prep. This is a great way to use up leftover latex paint from a previous project.

Spray Paint Wood Furniture

If the wooden spindle chairs in your dining space need a makeover, but poking around all those slender pieces with a brush seems daunting, reach for spray paint instead. With the right technique, it will go on more smoothly and evenly—not to mention faster—than you’d manage with a brush. For a durable, long-lasting finish, use enamel, a hard-drying formula ideal for furniture, trim, and cabinets.

DIY Distressed Furniture

Courtesy Petticoat Junktion

Kids will be kids—and that can be hard on their bedroom furniture. So treating their wooden bedframes to a deliberately distressed effect makes a lot of sense! Paint, then sand or scrape in random spots, and finish with wax.

Paint Furniture to Match Decor

Meg Reinhardt

Make a style statement with an accent wall and a piece of furniture in the same hue. Among the year’s most popular interior paint colors are saffron, plum, aqua, and pale apricot (a wonderful and gender-neutral choice for a nursery).

The Ultimate Guide for Stunning Painted Furniture Ideas

When it comes to searching for painted furniture ideas you can easily get overwhelmed. I mean there are so many different styles and techniques out there. It is so easy to slip down that rabbit hole of chalk paint furniture ideas. Hopefully, I can help and make your search for painted furniture ideas and inspiration just a little bit easier. Whether you are looking for painted table ideas, painted dresser ideas or painted desk ideas I am gathering some of the best painted furniture makeovers to inspire you. You also get to see all of the different options when it comes to choosing furniture paint colors because those can also seem endless.

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All of these hand painted furniture ideas will come with links to the tutorial to also aid and help you in learning how to paint each particular painted furniture finish. I’ll separate these painted furniture ideas by the technique and/or color in hopes of keeping all the eye candy organized. I am listing these painted furniture ideas in semi categorical order as follows:

Painted Furniture Ideas Using Furniture Transfers
Fabric Decoupage on Painted Furniture
Napkin & Tissue Decoupaged Furniture Makeovers
Wallpaper Decoupage on Painted Furniture
Painted Dresser Ideas
Painted Table Ideas
White Painted Furniture Ideas
Painted Desk Ideas
Painted Chairs
Furniture Painted Using a Layering Paint Technique
Metallic Painted Furniture
Other Tutorials Including:
1. How to Whitewash Wood Furniture
2. How to Paint a Boho Style Drip Effect
3. Repainting Already Painted or Stained Furniture
4. How to Update Furniture with Wood Burning

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Ready to tackle your next painted furniture project now that you have so many ideas running through your head? Make sure to use quality furniture paint. These are a couple of the paint brands that I use, love and trust. You will see them throughout many of my painted furniture tutorials:

Dixie Belle Paint products and more online here: Dixie Belle Paint

Wise Owl products and more online here: Wise Owl.

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Bleached wood furniture: 9 tips for apartment interiors

Despite the sentimental charm, Provence and shabby chic furniture are difficult to combine with modern furnishings. We share ideas!

Bleached wood in interiors is now found everywhere. Bleached oak floors, bleached wood interior doors are in fashion. Furniture made of such a tree - antique or artificially aged (and by the way, typical of the Provence style and shabby chic) - is also gradually appearing in our homes. We look at beautifully aged chests of drawers and sideboards in the pictures in the catalogs, but do not dare to buy. And for someone, such things disappear for how much in vain somewhere in a country barn. This happens because many simply do not know how to fit an item full of antique charm into a modern interior.

But despite everything, opposites attract, don't they? So, welcome to our guide on how to seamlessly fit antique (or aged) whitewashed furniture into a modern interior.

Décoration et provence

Vintage dining room
Finds from old cottages and flea markets are popular inhabitants of modern interiors. For example, the photo of this cozy dining room successfully mixes whitewashed furniture and a motley collection of dishes and details collected over several years at flea markets. A wall made of natural stone gives a special authenticity to the interior.

Francis Amiand Photographe

Bohemian bedroom
This bohemian bedroom combines a vintage bleached wood headboard, typical 1970s cowhide, brutal wood floors and white stucco walls.

Shelter Interiors LLC

Retro Kitchen
Oddly enough, the whitewashed furniture in the kitchen goes well with the typical elements of a thoroughbred and restrained English country style.

This photo shows how you can play up a whitewashed wood kitchen with elements such as a black marble effect countertop, a retro faucet, a white ceramic sink and a clear glass lamp. The final decorating touch is bottles of olive oil and vinegar on a shelf under the ceiling.

Theresa Fine

Bistro style kitchen
In this photo, the harmony was achieved by a combination of rustic elements and elements referring to the Parisian bistro. A well-worn sideboard (looks like it was found somewhere at a flea market), varnished wood floors, black kitchen cabinets with shell handles, a retro faucet, a white ceramic sink and a professional stainless steel stove get along perfectly with each other. The composition is completed by a chalkboard for the best recipes, casually leaning against the wall.

Justine Hand

Scandinavian style living room
Since bleached and aged furniture has a strong character in itself, it is best and easiest to fit it into laconic modern interiors. In the photo, a small blue sideboard is ideally located against the background of white wooden wall panels. In addition, it gives a special character to the whole space - generally restrained and more rigorous.

Dreamy Whites

Boudoir
Do you have a small empty corner in your house? — Why not arrange it in such a way that the interior becomes more flirtatious and romantic? In the photo we see how effortlessly you can create a charming boudoir with an armchair, a footstool and a framed mirror painted in pastel sky blue. Note: all the wooden elements here are aged and bleached.

SEE ALSO…
So, your style is… shabby chic

Ibarra Rosano Design Architects

Eco-loft
Whitewashing wood is a technique used to make wood look authentic. A tall, light-filled loft that is usually dominated by natural textured materials - brick, concrete, metal - can be the perfect place for bleached wood furniture.

In this photo, furniture assembled from old whitewashed beams, which seemed to have received a second life, fit perfectly into the neutral interior of the loft.

Emilie Orsero

Eco bedroom
Here is another example of how bleached wood can be used, but not in furniture, but in wall decoration. Whitewashed wooden walls in a light gray shade and matching bed linens give a special atmosphere to this bedroom.

Flávia de Mello

In this interior, bleached legs and furniture frames are harmoniously combined with noble linen upholstery and contrasting geometric prints on poufs, which are inspired by Oriental kilims. And, mind you, the textured wooden beams on the ceiling came in very handy.

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53 Best woodwork for beginners

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Have you ever wanted to make things out of wood with your own hands? Although this may seem overly complicated, it is far from being the case.

There are actually a lot of woodworking projects for beginners, but we have compiled a list of 53 of the best. Start with any project that you want to bring to life as a gift or for yourself, and gradually move on to more complex ones. By honing your woodworking skills, you will soon be able to create furniture, learn how to paint wood and work with a miter saw.

There are hundreds of wood craft ideas. Flowerpots, kitchen storage containers, and even workbenches are easier than you think. You can give your home a custom look that suits your needs and gives you the aesthetic you've been looking for .

1. Geometric portraits from old boards

Use old doors and wood paneling to create unusual geometric portraits.

2. Wooden photo stands

Small wooden coasters that will look good on Polaroid style photos. Detailed description here.

3. Wall organizer

This is a simple project but very useful for storing cute little stationery.

4. Geometric wooden door handles

Make your own doorknobs for a unique accessory. You may also be interested in - 17 door handle projects or 29 original furniture handles from ordinary things.

5. Bright flower pot

Make small planters out of plywood and add bright colors for a personal touch.

See also: 30 Modern planters that can transform your garden

6. Pet bed

If you love your furry treasure, then you simply must provide him with cozy housing. Detailed description here.

See also: 33 Incredible DIY Cat Houses

7.

Painted wooden spoons

Nothing could be easier than this project, just take a wooden spoon and add some color.

8. Jewelry organizer

A whimsical organizer that kids can make using branches and bright colors. Detailed description here.

9. Cluster of mirrors

Place many small mirrors on a wooden base.

See also: 11 easy ways to make a unique mirror

10. Courageous coffee table

Using branches and saw cuts you can create a unique rustic style coffee table.

11. Bright wooden pendants

All you need for this simple project is wooden washers, colorful thread and imagination.

12. Wooden garden paths

To make the most simple wooden paths in the garden - all you need is planks and some gravel for the substrate.

See also: 30 Garden projects using branches and snags

13.

Wooden bracelet

Update a boring wooden bracelet with acrylic paint. Detailed description here.

14. Bright wooden beads

Or make these unique wooden beads yourself.

15. Wooden ring

Make your own precious wood ring using a jigsaw, file and sandpaper. Detailed description here.

16. Hemp tea table

Sometimes you don't need to invest a lot of money to create a unique piece of furniture. This case is proof of that. Clean the wooden stump, varnish it and screw on the wheels.

17. 100 ideas for using old construction pallets

If you are interested in such budget material as pallets, then you will love a selection of 100 cool things that you can do with pallets.

See also: 40 wooden pallet bed options

18. Simple coat rack in Scandinavian style

Make a simple hanger using copper plumbing fixtures and wooden slats. Detailed description here.

19. Bath shelf

Taking a bath can be a great way to unwind after a long day. This shelf can be a convenient addition to the bathroom.

20. Luminaire made of wooden slats

Create a simple geometric lamp with an old chandelier and wood battens. A good alternative to expensive chandeliers in the store.

See also: 15 Decent luminaires from industrial pallets

21. Simple branch rod

Treat your child with a simple branch rod, wooden reel and sewn fish.

22. Tool holder

Make a handy tool organizer out of a block of wood by drilling appropriately sized holes in it.

See also: 30 ideas for garage organization that perfectionists will appreciate

23. Wall organizer for accessories

If you have an old window frame, do not rush to throw it away, it can be repurposed as a jewelry organizer.

24. Flower pot made from used wooden slats

You can make a colorful planter out of old planks without spending a dime on the project.

25. Organizer for decorations from an old board and doorknobs

Another amazing example of old things getting new life.

26. Bright coasters for glasses

Once again, we have saw cuts in the lead role, which have proven themselves well as a material for various projects.

27. Cutting board

The cutting board is a great project for beginners. She will always be in the house.

28. Transfer the photo to the tree

An amazing project that allows you to capture a photograph on a wooden base. Detailed description here.

29. Twigs with markers

An interesting idea that helps to identify plants in the garden or flowerpots.

See also: 30 elements that can turn a garden into a paradise

30.

Tray cup holder

A simple and charming example of a gift that can be made from wood. Detailed description here.

Another version of the bead stand. Description here.

31. Garden chair

Do you like to relax outdoors? Then you should try to make a garden chair from wooden slats.

32. Wooden candlesticks

Simple wooden candlesticks will be a good addition to a Scandinavian interior.

33. Bench from an old wooden door

If you decide to replace a wooden door, do not rush to throw it away. Make an unusual bench out of it in the hallway. Detailed description here.

34. Simple hanging shelf

A quick project that can be done in a day off if you have a piece of board and a leather belt. Detailed description here.

See also: 40 Unique shelving and book shelves

35. Natural wood headboards

This project cannot be called cheap, but it dilutes the routine. You can see more wooden headboard ideas here.

See also: 16 Cool ways to make a wooden headboard

36. Fruit and vegetable storage container

Create a personalized storage container for fruits and vegetables to keep them fresh at all times.

37. Unique log tray

Decorative tray coated with black latex paint to allow for various inscriptions.

38. Giant wooden clothespins

A chic way to display photos on the wall. Detailed description here.

39. Unusual pencil holder

Simple pencil holder made from sawn wood with drilled holes.

40. Street steps

Street steps are usually concrete. But they are quite expensive. So, if you need to create a step in your house or garage, then you should think about the option of wooden planks.

41. Wine rack

Wine lovers often like the more rustic look that woodwork gives. So it's no surprise that wine racks are a favorite of budding woodworkers. Detailed description here.

42. X-shaped magazine rack

A large stack in the living room, a couple of magazines near the sofa, a few under the coffee table, a couple more in the hallway, on the bedside table, in the kitchen, and so on. If you are familiar with these problems, then there is a solution. Detailed description here.

43. Wall decoration with natural wood

New and high-quality wood is quite expensive, so you can use a used one. Find out more - 29examples of wall decoration with wood.

44. Log clock

Once again, saw cut wood is the main material for the project. You will only need to drill a hole and install the mechanism.

45. Wood veneer hanging pot

Using strips of wood veneer you can create a decorative frame for a planter.

46. Log furniture

This piece of furniture was created by exposure to heat and flame. Detailed description here.

47. Mirror on plywood base

What could be even simpler? A mirror, a sheet of plywood and shelves where various knick-knacks, accessories or decorative elements can be located. Detailed description here.

See also: 24 Unparalleled options for plywood furniture

48. Simple plywood cabinet

You will need a sheet of plywood, 4 iron feet and wood glue. Detailed description here.

See also:

49. Original wooden hanger

Make a simple hanger using just a few items from a hardware store and a couple of hours of free time.

50. Wood and epoxy ring

Epoxy resin has been in high demand lately. We advise you to start with a similar project, and then move on to more serious ones. Detailed description here.

See also: 50 incredible wood and epoxy creations

51. Furniture from old slats

All projects are made from old wooden slats that can be found in landfills, dilapidated houses or from acquaintances. Detailed description here.

52. Plywood Christmas trees

From a sheet of plywood that you might have left in the bins, you can make amazing Christmas trees. Take a look at 10 examples of plywood Christmas trees to inspire you.

53. Solid wood coffee table

In order not to buy an expensive coffee table, you can make it yourself. Detailed description here

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