TIPS AND TRICKS FOR PAINTING PLYWOOD FURNITURE

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Painting plywood for a smooth professional look is easy with these tips and tricks

Paint any grade of plywood and make it look great.

Painting or staining?

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I usually use regular latex paint in satin or semi-gloss

Tips and Tricks

Round out the edges of your project

THE MOST CRITICAL STEP!

Sand the entire surface, but don't sand away all the joint compound.

Prime, paint and seal.

AND DONE!

Detailed instructions

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TIPS AND TRICKS FOR PAINTING PLYWOOD FURNITURE

PAINT FURNITURE LIKE A PRO

Painting plywood for a smooth professional look is easy with these tips and tricks

Paint any grade of plywood and make it look great.

Use your favorite paint, just do it the right way.

A nice smooth finish is possible!

Painting or staining?

Pick premium veneer if you are going to stain, use sanded plywood if you are going to paint.

I usually use regular latex paint in satin or semi-gloss

TYPE OF PAINT TO USE

Tips and Tricks

Fill deep holes. You may need more than one coat.

Round out the edges of your project

THE MOST CRITICAL STEP!

Apply joint compound over the entire surface

Sand the entire surface, but don't sand away all the joint compound.

Prime, paint and seal.

AND DONE!

No one will ever know you didn't buy it in a store!