How to Refinish a Picnic Table
Outdoor entertaining is always more enjoyable with a pop of color. Painting a picnic table for your entertaining space is an easy solution. Let us help you with how to paint a picnic table and you're well on your way to becoming the life of the party.
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Begin by cleaning your picnic table with soapy water to remove dirt and grime.
Sand the table to make sure the surface is splinter-free and then rinse after sanding.
Allow the surface to dry before painting.
Tip: For best painting results, refrain from painting when the temperature drops below 50 degrees. Also, painting in direct sunlight can cause paint to dry too quickly and can cause lap marks and blistering. Shade is best for outdoor painting projects.
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After the table dries, begin priming the tricky areas of the table with a small angle brush.
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Once the primer is dry, apply the first coat of paint. Allow the paint to dry for 4 hours before applying the second coat.
Tip: While you are waiting to apply your second coat, keep your brushes from drying out by wrapping them in plastic or foil.
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Be sure to read the label on your paint can to see the dry time. Let your picnic table completely dry before touching.
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Enjoy!
Tip: Always clean your brushes for future use. Learn how to properly store and dispose of paint here.
Colors We Used
Check out our most popular colors for your most important projects to develop your color palette and create like a pro. See the colors we used for this design below.
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