How To Paint Plywood

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While you can paint any plywood, the answer to the second question above is NO – I did not use expensive veneer plywood.

How To Paint Plywood

Fill deep holes

Fill in any pocket holes, nail holes and deep dents using wood filler. Allow to dry overnight. Learn more

Apply joint compound

Apply joint compound all over the surface using a putty knife. Learn more

Sand

Using a random orbital sander, sand down the joint compound. Learn more

Prime

Once the joint compound is properly sanded down, wipe off all the dust using a tack-cloth or a wet rag. Learn more

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How To Paint Plywood

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Paint Plywood Professionally

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I thought it was time I wrote down a separate full tutorial to explain exactly how I painted the sanded plywood to get that gorgeous professional smooth look.

While you can paint any plywood, the answer to the second question above is NO – I did not use expensive veneer plywood.

How To Paint Plywood

ANIKA'S DIY LIFE

Fill deep holes

Apply joint compound

Sand

Prime

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