How to Paint an Old Kitchen Table

After suffering regular wear-and-tear over a number of years an old kitchen table may need to be repainted. Whether it's a dated garage sale cast-off, family hand-me-down, or your own serviceable--but marred--table, your old kitchen table can be restored. With proper preparation and application, paint can freshen up the appearance of an old kitchen table so you can once more serve family meals with pride. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Clean the surface of the old kitchen table by scrubbing the table with a soft brush and mixture of detergent and water. Wipe the table clean with a damp cloth.

2

Sand the old kitchen table with 220-grit sandpaper to remove any bits of old paint and rough the surface for the new paint. Sand with the grain of the wood. Wipe the table clean with a cloth.

3

Brush a coat of stain-blocking primer onto the old kitchen table and allow it to dry. Sand the table with 220-grit sandpaper again and wipe the wood clean.

4

Brush a new coat of paint onto the old kitchen table. Apply an even coat to the entire table and allow it to dry. Sand the table with 220 grit sandpaper and wipe the wood clean. Brush a second coat of paint onto the table and allow it to dry.