How to Easily Paint Furniture WITHOUT SANDING | The secret to a smooth paint job without sanding

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  • @ARayofSunlight
    @ARayofSunlight  2 роки тому +30

    ❤ ❤Confused by all of the steps??
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    • @toniaparker3543
      @toniaparker3543 2 роки тому

      You did a excellent job ty for sharing. I got some painting to do but those fumes get to me badly. Seems like the mask hardly do any justice. If you know any mask that can tone the smell down while wearing them please let me know. Ty in advance!

    • @askcoachrex426
      @askcoachrex426 Рік тому +1

      Adding water to the paint per se is not bad since the paint contains water (from the name itself, water-based 😆). Do you mean not to add more water? She used 10% water, should she have put 5% add instead?
      When you said "reduce". I believe you cant use lacquer thinner, or paint thinner to a "water-based" paint.
      You can add "Floetrol" to ensure none of brush marks left behind

    • @Krista-mm1pj
      @Krista-mm1pj 10 місяців тому

      @@askcoachrex426 & if wanted to make a weathered appearances, i.e. a rag or sponge faux pas painting that you would use in your color that Is Not in Any Base color. Especially in those corners or changes in texture. If only i used the grainfiller also i believe better & Quicker way if creating own textured appearances. 🖒🖒🖒👍👍🖒👍🖒👍🖒👍👍👍glad found these tips today

    • @Krista-mm1pj
      @Krista-mm1pj 10 місяців тому

      @ARayofSunlight & using a gray or lighter colors can Open up & change a rooms appearance when a room is Not spacious. Also with changing a Furniture's color can also show the designated areas appearance & type of peice chosen for colorful accent!

    • @askcoachrex426
      @askcoachrex426 10 місяців тому

      Thanks for your reply. I just noticed i forgot to like and subscribed. Just did!❤

  • @thirtythreeflavors
    @thirtythreeflavors 2 роки тому +226

    quiet, simple tutorial. No cheesy or loud music....what a breath of fresh air. thank you.

  • @247KW
    @247KW 2 роки тому +460

    The wood grain popped up like that because of the water you added into the paint. It caused swelling in the wood. Reduce or don't add the water and then it won't have the grain raise up plus you won't have to apply so many coats. Hope that helps everyone. It turned out beautiful.

    • @Lizapendleton
      @Lizapendleton 2 роки тому +17

      Oil based paint stops this

    • @Lizapendleton
      @Lizapendleton 2 роки тому +7

      Wonder what those products are called in the UK? Shellac?

    • @wendynicholss6886
      @wendynicholss6886 2 роки тому +22

      I think it's gorgeous, I would have used a roller though and a brush for the fiddly bits. Much quicker.

    • @strube8
      @strube8 2 роки тому +46

      She didn't remove original finish and then put 2 coats of shellac on it before painting. Seems unlikely the water would have seep into the grain. The grain was likely already raised from long term exposure to humidity.

    • @karenbeee4568
      @karenbeee4568 2 роки тому +7

      @@wendynicholss6886 I LOVE fiddly bits (and bobs LOL)

  • @micheleevans8179
    @micheleevans8179 Рік тому +17

    Turned out beautiful! And no sanding - the best part.

  • @dyoung2739
    @dyoung2739 2 роки тому +65

    You had my attention at “no sanding”. Tfs❤️

  • @stephaniedietz4961
    @stephaniedietz4961 2 роки тому +26

    👌🏼 another great product that works well is KILZ bonding primer. 25 a gallon but it also repels water and mildew and coats ikea type glossy furniture, plastic, metal. It also makes it so you barely use any paint. Thanks for this! ❤

    • @darleneengebretsen1468
      @darleneengebretsen1468 2 роки тому

      Kiltz is a great product but has a horrible chemical smell which is off putting for people with allergies. It will cover almost anything and does retard mold growth.

    • @mariescreations71
      @mariescreations71 Рік тому

      my desk has to be painted in my office i have a new craft table that was built in and will be hard to move to get my desk out so I will have to use kilz because i wont be moving it and don't wanna spray in a small room

    • @amandachilds5290
      @amandachilds5290 Рік тому

      Are you saying oil based kilz after or instead of shellac spray?

    • @vaderladyl
      @vaderladyl Рік тому

      Yes I like Kilz better. Shellac is trickier to use, more expensive and has a smell.

    • @vaderladyl
      @vaderladyl Рік тому

      Oil or water based are equally good.@@amandachilds5290

  • @TheMomLifee
    @TheMomLifee 2 роки тому +47

    I just received a quote to do for my bedroom set and 2 extra pieces for $2200. I don’t have that kind of money! I will try this one piece at time. Thank you 🙏🏽

    • @collef1136
      @collef1136 Рік тому +2

      I hope you tried it! I see that your post was 1 year ago. 👍 🎨

    • @kellyfosson257
      @kellyfosson257 9 місяців тому +1

      Please post your results

  • @pattiehanan1356
    @pattiehanan1356 2 роки тому +54

    Really beautiful outcome. You're a very good teacher giving all kinds of info step-by-step. Great that there's no sanding!

  • @stellajohnson5301
    @stellajohnson5301 Рік тому +2

    It looks vintage and funky at the same time. Love it.

  • @ds-gg2qm
    @ds-gg2qm 2 роки тому +11

    Thanks for including all the products you used. The table is completely transformed. Love it!

  • @Skysmeller1
    @Skysmeller1 2 роки тому +32

    Great tips here. I’m painting a large dresser soon. I’m gonna sand the top and give it a clear stain and paint the rest so I’ll spray it with Shilac. Nice job on that table came out great.

  • @michielsworld
    @michielsworld 2 роки тому +4

    Never ever thought of adding water to paint, but if it's waterbased paint, why not :) Thanks for the tip!

  • @blackpearl6836
    @blackpearl6836 2 роки тому +24

    Easy, affordable and straight to the point. I love your voice, your simple instructions and the warm quality of this video. Your work is beautiful. I just subscribed. Thank you.

  • @bonnieboulter9486
    @bonnieboulter9486 10 місяців тому +1

    I appreciated your clear and concise explanation as you went along. Veey nice paint job. If I wanted to use a roller, could you recommend that? Foam or pile? Thank you !

    • @ARayofSunlight
      @ARayofSunlight  10 місяців тому +1

      The best roller for painting furniture is the Mohair roller from Sherwin Williams. It’s a short nap and is the best at leaving only a small amount of texture behind.

  • @caronwoods9013
    @caronwoods9013 2 роки тому +130

    Love the fact that no sanding is required

    • @code-52
      @code-52 2 роки тому +3

      It's thecdame with Waverly Chalk paint. No primer needed, two coats is usually good.

    • @Igotyoutriggered
      @Igotyoutriggered 2 роки тому +3

      High quality paint no BRUSH is needed

    • @sneakyhippo8663
      @sneakyhippo8663 2 роки тому +7

      Mineral paints and Milk paints don’t require sanding. It’s still beneficial to lightly sand.

  • @paulgdlmx
    @paulgdlmx Рік тому +2

    Well done, lucid, helpful, no extraneous filler

  • @CatMomForever
    @CatMomForever 2 роки тому +2

    I think having a contrast to whatever wall is first decision! Love this about to do it for a tall shelf.

  • @patriciarainey3372
    @patriciarainey3372 6 місяців тому

    Looks great ,I picked up a tip from you to coat my table and buffet with milk paint first then my final color coat with a poly finish.Hope I got that right .Better watch video again before I start

  • @BABYDOLL87LOVELY
    @BABYDOLL87LOVELY 2 роки тому

    BEAUTIFUL OUTCOME!
    MY TV STAND AND DVD/BOOKSHELVES ARE CHALK WHITE. I ORDERED BOTH A COFFEE TABLE AND MATCHING END TABLE FROM AMAZON WHITE. BUT WHAT CAME WAS AN EGGSHELL AND LIGHTER CREAM. U CAN ABSOLUTELY TELL. MY TEAL AND WHITE LIVINGROOM STILL LOOKS GREAT BUT U CAN SO TELL THE DIFF IN COLORS. I AM GONNA GET THE SUPPLIES AND PROB USE THIS WEEKEND FOR THE PAINT PROJECT. CURRENTLY LOOKING AT VIDZ LIKE YOURS FOR INSPIRATION/INSTRUCTION.

  • @karenhunter1577
    @karenhunter1577 8 днів тому

    That turned out beautifully! Thanks for sharing ❤

    • @ARayofSunlight
      @ARayofSunlight  7 днів тому

      Aww thank you so much! You're so welcome! ❤️

  • @sarahaparicio1839
    @sarahaparicio1839 2 роки тому

    I didn't know you can paint furniture without sanding first, so I'm glad I saw this video. Next project I won't feel bad about repainting w/out sanding.

    • @kimberlygoff3157
      @kimberlygoff3157 2 роки тому

      Who carries general finishes milk paint products?❤

    • @nowirehangers2815
      @nowirehangers2815 2 роки тому +1

      You might be able to but don’t mix water based paints with acrylics,polys and shellac
      That’s kind of rule number one.
      Use the same type of paint .

  • @rosiefroese5461
    @rosiefroese5461 2 роки тому +18

    Great instruction. Sounds like a reasonable amount to spend. Looks perfect! I will try this with my daughter's bedroom set.🙂

  • @tsunamis82
    @tsunamis82 2 роки тому +2

    I liked the before pictures. Love natural wood and if that took sanding the so be it.

    • @vaderladyl
      @vaderladyl Рік тому +1

      Me as well. Not a fan of painting detailed or vintage wood furniture that can otherwise be restored and kept with original finish. Only run of the mill furniture should be painted.

  • @rosaliefunk1629
    @rosaliefunk1629 2 роки тому

    Such a difference with a few coats of paint! I love that there is no sanding involved. I will try this 👍

  • @krisakfoxer9062
    @krisakfoxer9062 2 роки тому +10

    I love it! I immediately need to paint something 😅

  • @dougransom1585
    @dougransom1585 3 роки тому +4

    Appreciate your patience with the process! It shows…

  • @joansmith6844
    @joansmith6844 2 роки тому +2

    Have to say was shocked of the makeover cost tho $$ beautiful outcome ❤

  • @CarolBouche
    @CarolBouche 2 роки тому

    Nice. Hey I did hear another artist say never add the water right into the paint can as the bacteria in the water causes a chemical reaction after time, and when you paint something later with that paint the actual piece can smell bad weeks or months after you paint it 😩

  • @lilidundi
    @lilidundi 2 роки тому +23

    Wow, thanks for taking the time to do this video and explain in precise easy way. Excellent!

  • @SunQueen-d7l
    @SunQueen-d7l 2 місяці тому +1

    ❤gorgeous & super cheap & 👌 EASY

  • @aminamostfaithful5676
    @aminamostfaithful5676 2 роки тому +21

    This was such a soothing video. Your voice and tone were very nice and easy to follow. The table turned out amazing! I'm going to attempt to do the same thing to an old desk I have. Thanks again for such an informative video.

  • @MaryGarcia-rn3do
    @MaryGarcia-rn3do 2 роки тому

    I think it came out nice. I'm getting ready to do my first project. Say a prayer 😊

  • @kristincofrancisco
    @kristincofrancisco Рік тому

    Wou this came out beautiful, i have 2 21x21 tables black that I just love and this is even the color scheme i was , looking for. Thank you im definitely saving my tables

  • @Jersey.D3vil201
    @Jersey.D3vil201 8 місяців тому +2

    I think it turned out beautifully! That said, for the "you should've left the beautiful wood" 🙄 folks. Different strokes for different folks, and brace yourself...not everyone likes natural wood. Yes, a shocking, I know. TONS of channels focus on natural wood restoration. Wouldn't it make more sense to watch something that you like?

  • @snoby.7885
    @snoby.7885 3 місяці тому +1

    سيدتي لقد كان العرض ممتازاً بدرجه كبيره…لقد كنت بحاجه لمن يقوم بالعرض بصوره تفصيليه مع توضيح وعرض للمنتجات المستخدمه ولقد أنقذتني بالفعل…شكراً جزيلاً ❤❤❤

  • @vickyferlia8122
    @vickyferlia8122 2 роки тому +10

    It turned out great, well done! I find using a foam roller brush makes the job faster and ensures there are no brush strokes etc. Is there any reason you prefer a brush over a roller?

  • @lydiakinnaman1106
    @lydiakinnaman1106 3 роки тому +1

    Nice job. Pretty. Nice to see a white peice usually colors... refreshing.

  • @jeannedelooze1036
    @jeannedelooze1036 9 місяців тому

    Love it. I have been looking for a paint to use that needed no sanding.

  • @jackiemurphy4333
    @jackiemurphy4333 2 роки тому +1

    Looks great, I need to watch again to take notes. Thanks

  • @nydiataylor5023
    @nydiataylor5023 Рік тому

    Very beautiful ended. I like it very much. Good job! Thank for the idea. I my used it some day. God bless you, and He love you too.💕😀

  • @heidikollar2278
    @heidikollar2278 Рік тому +6

    Absolutely beautiful! Saving your video, have an old sewing cabinet that I can finally redo! Thanks so much! New subscriber. 😊

  • @cebisilesibiya9251
    @cebisilesibiya9251 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for the teachings wow I am going to do my old coffee table I believe it's going to be nice God bless you dear

  • @warrenas79
    @warrenas79 6 місяців тому

    Wow. So many great tips in a straightforward not bs tutorial. Tysm

  • @libertygiveme1987
    @libertygiveme1987 2 роки тому +1

    🥰Looks 100% BETTER!!!!

  • @SF-ru3lp
    @SF-ru3lp Рік тому

    Lovely job. I would paint underneath the leaves cos you can see the brown wood when the leaves are down. G Ire

  • @ipaintkitchencabinets2069
    @ipaintkitchencabinets2069 2 роки тому +10

    The degreaser spray and a scuffing pad to start as a “ wet sand “ ( would have taken the same amount of time with a better prepared surface ), wipe it down with a clean damp rag. A can of rust oleum primer and a can of rust oleum topcoat and you would’ve been finished by lunch. The paint would last for 20 years.

    • @Qandoluk
      @Qandoluk Рік тому

      Wait what I need these direction to do my stairs lol

    • @laughinghawk8522
      @laughinghawk8522 3 місяці тому

      Saving this comment

  • @kellyfosson257
    @kellyfosson257 9 місяців тому

    Thx u so much there are few who show what to do on all ready stained wood. Thx u.

  • @lileocailao7553
    @lileocailao7553 2 роки тому

    Wow! You did nice.. I'll do it also on our old coffee table & chairs.. Thanks for sharing 😊👍💖🙏

  • @dianemessina2964
    @dianemessina2964 Рік тому

    I love the finished product and color, great job.

  • @marniemonfort7719
    @marniemonfort7719 8 місяців тому

    Love the clean new fresh look..great job and demo

  • @michaelgibbons1214
    @michaelgibbons1214 2 роки тому +23

    In twenty years, somebody, somewhere is going to make a UA-cam video undoing what you have just done.

    • @ARayofSunlight
      @ARayofSunlight  2 роки тому +8

      It’ll probably be me in less than 20 years! 😂

    • @ShadowPanda722
      @ShadowPanda722 Рік тому

      😂

    • @jenl1541
      @jenl1541 10 місяців тому

      Good for them...who cares...

    • @anniechicas7506
      @anniechicas7506 10 місяців тому +7

      I’d rather people buy painted wood furniture than buy cheap shit that was made in a factory that will end up in a landfill in 10 years. You’re right, eventually someone will decide to remove the paint from this piece, and it will still be a perfectly good piece of furniture when they do. If someone went to TJ Maxx or Hobby lobby trying to buy a little side table like this, it would cost them over $100, and it would be made out of shitty press board.

    • @laciavinquez
      @laciavinquez Місяць тому

      😂😂😂

  • @belindaa5100
    @belindaa5100 2 роки тому

    Very Attractive Transition..Ole to BoLD!! Fresh!

  • @Maddie9185
    @Maddie9185 2 роки тому

    Nice job and good to know that sanding is not always necessary

  • @sharondollosa6360
    @sharondollosa6360 Рік тому

    Very cozy table.

  • @donaldking999
    @donaldking999 2 роки тому

    I think this is great, I see many more uses this can be used

  • @carolyngrossinger7793
    @carolyngrossinger7793 2 роки тому +2

    Looks great! Love no sanding. ❤

  • @kathyfowler1274
    @kathyfowler1274 2 роки тому

    I think it is Beautiful painted!! ❤️🤗

  • @kathleenmaxcy6843
    @kathleenmaxcy6843 2 роки тому

    Love the self leveling!

  • @thanaahassan7928
    @thanaahassan7928 Рік тому

    That is great and beautiful.
    Thank you so much for sharing your art❤❤❤

  • @kriskraftsmorewilson9651
    @kriskraftsmorewilson9651 2 роки тому +1

    That is so beautiful thank you so much for sharing and teaching us this but I would put a color where the front of it like a black or some thing that’s in the

  • @tinagonzalez691
    @tinagonzalez691 2 роки тому

    Great job.. I plan on painting my three piece oak entertainment center… that will be a real challenge!

  • @toni5810
    @toni5810 3 роки тому +4

    Nice transformation. I'll have to check out General Finishes! Thanks for the info.

  • @brittanyhaggerty3492
    @brittanyhaggerty3492 2 роки тому +1

    Would you recommend this same process for an oak kitchen table?

  • @mirraferraresi89
    @mirraferraresi89 Рік тому

    Great job 👏😍 I am going to repaint my shelf soon, thank you 🙏

  • @Katie-vy5rd
    @Katie-vy5rd 2 роки тому +1

    Can you please do a video on distresding/antiquing a piece? Thanks so much!

  • @jayneweaver8695
    @jayneweaver8695 2 роки тому +2

    This is fantastic, it looks beautiful, unrecognizable. Thank you!

  • @moshea94
    @moshea94 2 роки тому +1

    Looks great! If I wanted to distress it at which step would I do that ? Before the finish or after?

  • @pepsiccolausa8857
    @pepsiccolausa8857 Рік тому +1

    You should use acetone to thin the paint

  • @jasongarmon2595
    @jasongarmon2595 2 роки тому

    I've always sanded but just downsized to an apartment and figure the sander will be too loud. Trying this weekend on a bed and dresser. Thanks for the tips.

    • @pearlperlitavenegas2023
      @pearlperlitavenegas2023 Рік тому

      You can just let your neighbors know you'll be sanding not too early or too late. They'll be ok

  • @goonwrldtv6853
    @goonwrldtv6853 2 роки тому

    Omg amazing

  • @evegua4977
    @evegua4977 2 роки тому

    Very 😊 nice it 👀 looks great… I would put that in my living room…keep up the good work very helpful information…😇 Thank you for sharing 😻

  • @IsAllAboutHealth
    @IsAllAboutHealth 11 місяців тому

    Looks pretty good!

  • @maryjames7193
    @maryjames7193 2 роки тому

    I love the grey too. Good job.

  • @lindagilmore8352
    @lindagilmore8352 2 роки тому +7

    I love this, you really did a beautiful job!

  • @louisepicard3885
    @louisepicard3885 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for the tips! Your table is awesome!

  • @skim193
    @skim193 2 місяці тому

    so if you prime with shellac. u dont need to sand scuff scar? iv been watching furniture painting videos for a bed project and you are first to shellac as a primer

  • @chareast9997
    @chareast9997 10 місяців тому +1

    i never thought about spraying with sellac first

  • @noelenedutton4744
    @noelenedutton4744 2 роки тому

    Very nice. Drawer pulls match perfectly. 💞

  • @pennysebanc4200
    @pennysebanc4200 Рік тому

    Great video and amazing work! I am now inspired...thanks

  • @nukapuka
    @nukapuka 3 роки тому +4

    Looks amazing smooth. Love it.

  • @Squirrel-2551
    @Squirrel-2551 Рік тому

    Command paint by Benjamin Moore, satin finish. Highly recommend! No primer, no sanding, quick drying to a beautiful finish.

  • @BexfromTexas
    @BexfromTexas 2 роки тому +8

    You had me at no sanding!

  • @longorrriiakay422
    @longorrriiakay422 2 роки тому

    love this helped me so much was so sweet to watch

  • @ConnieRolon
    @ConnieRolon Рік тому

    Beautiful job! Wow! I learned something here. Thanks for sharing.

  • @carlosalenduran4630
    @carlosalenduran4630 2 роки тому +1

    Great job it's beautiful

  • @christinaturk9294
    @christinaturk9294 2 роки тому +1

    You’re such a good teacher and you’re very talented!! It’s beautiful!!
    I’m only saying this since you asked for peoples opinion that the little knobs I’d paint black or maybe a pop of color just for contrast. Did you ever do other pieces where you added a pop of color? If so I’d like to see😊

  • @loveandwillowgrey6036
    @loveandwillowgrey6036 2 роки тому

    Checking if only works on chalk paint or can use flat paint with shellac and top coat. Thanks

  • @bigbird62873
    @bigbird62873 10 місяців тому

    Cool video I don t like painting wood furniture I like how the nightstand look after you painted it

  • @nancyvickers5366
    @nancyvickers5366 2 роки тому

    This is beautiful, how many cans of the shellac snd polycrylic would I need for a table that’s 72x72 snd 8 standard wood chairs

  • @gingergrant3932
    @gingergrant3932 Рік тому

    I haven't heard of milk paint, but will definitely look I also have a couple tables that need painting.

  • @MsNg-qv2zs
    @MsNg-qv2zs 7 місяців тому +1

    Anyway of refinishing a wood table in an apartment? I don't have a garage.

  • @nunyamindyub3255
    @nunyamindyub3255 7 місяців тому

    Awesome! Will this work if I use spray paint instead of the milk paint?

  • @martinaclark8068
    @martinaclark8068 2 роки тому

    Thank you, I am planning to paint my parents old furniture to bring a new look

  • @caridadramos678
    @caridadramos678 10 місяців тому

    My favorite color love it

  • @alisonmary1443
    @alisonmary1443 2 роки тому

    Beautifully painted

  • @galacticwarlock2271
    @galacticwarlock2271 2 роки тому

    You make this look no sweat. 🤣
    I know how sweaty it will be.

  • @luanne115
    @luanne115 2 роки тому

    Can you use a white primer before painting , if yes can you suggest a good one to use?

  • @carolinepersson8061
    @carolinepersson8061 Рік тому

    The wood grain popped up because of the added water. If adding water always sand the surface down a bit between layers of paint❤
    Otherwise lovely job ❤️ well done

  • @AhsanNazir-lu2nw
    @AhsanNazir-lu2nw Рік тому

    So nice your labor help my work is same

  • @karengoldie6097
    @karengoldie6097 2 роки тому

    I like it. It looks great. I have a couple of end tables I might be doing them.