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DIY Flea Market Furniture Flip

Flea market flip furniture makeovers are a great way to furnish your home Find flea market finds at thrift stores and give them a whole new life.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Additional Time2 hours
Total Time4 hours 30 minutes
Author: Cindy

Instructions

  • Clean the old piece of furniture with TSP alternative cleaner. Spray on the cleaner and use a microfiber cloth to thoroughly clean away the dirt and grime. Wipe with a clean wet cloth after cleaning to remove any residue.
  • Scuff sand any shiny surfaces with a 220 fine-grit sanding pad. Wipe away the dust with a clean dry microfiber cloth.
  • Apply at least one coat of a stain-blocking primer. Allow it to dry at least 2 hours between coats and then overnight before painting.
  • Apply the desired colors to the piece. Two shades of the same color can be used and blended together. Paint the darker color on the area then paint the lighter color on the remaining area leaving open space between the two areas. Use two different paintbrushes, one for the dark and one for the light paint. Working in the area between the dark and the light colors, tap in the paint slowly blending as you go. Keep a fine mist spray bottle handy to keep the paint workable.
  • Use the same technique for the top surface of the table. Allow the paint to dry completely before going to the next step.
  • Choose a transfer that will coordinate with your paint colors and apply using the rubbing stick.
  • Apply white wax to the base of the piece if desired. Then apply at least two coats of clear coat to the top. You can also apply the clear coat to the entire piece instead of waxing. Allow to dry completely.
  • Use your new furniture flip in whatever room works best for you!

Notes

Drying time is an important step in the process of furniture flipping. Don't rush this stage! Test out the blending method I mentioned on a scrap piece of cardboard if this is your first time blending this way. Keep a fine mist spray bottle close by to keep the paint workable in the area you are blending.