Chalk Paint Metal File Cabinet

I recently tried to chalk paint my metal shower surround.

Chalk paint metal file cabinet.

It was the last page of the magazine. File cabinet makeover using chalk paint this file cabinet is one of the things that goes in that closet. The photo is my inspiration for my next file cabinet find. Aesthetically not so much.

First make sure you have laid down some old fabric or drop cloths to protect the floor. The first coat went on fine but 24 hours later i tried to put a second coat on and as i brushed the paint on the first coat peeled right off along with the brush. Brushable paint will work too. Functionally it was exactly what i needed.

I have done both and think the spray paint is easier and lasts longer as long as you use the spray paint for metal. You have to have a steady hand light layers or spray paint letting it dry in between each coat and sanding if needed. I found a filing cabinet at goodwill awhile back for just 99 cents so of course i brought it home. Followed your suggestions on a vintage file cabinet that was in my fathers business and is i think from the 1940s.

For a more personal touch you paint your cabinet with chalkboard paint. Don t let an old metal filing cabinet get in your way of creating more storage space in your home or office because it doesn t match your decor. Can you paint metal with chalk paint by annie sloan. Painting metal file cabinets old metal lockers or other metal pieces can be done with acrylic paints spray paints or chalk paints.

The purple painted lady found an article in better homes and gardens in march 2015. Follow our suggestions for finding the best paints for your metal cabinets. Oh yes you can. Learning how to paint metal cabinets can add new life to old pieces.

Not only will you have a great storage cabinet but you can also set up a message center on one side. However spray paint will create a smoother surface and it is harder to find metallic finishes in brushable paints. It featured a blogger ciburbanity charlotte smith i kept it because i was impressed with her project. You can easily re paint a filing cabinet to match your room.