I have some funiture that is not that old, but I want to paint it.?

Question

Do I need to strip off the wood finish before I paint it? Do I have to use a harsh chemical stripper or can I sand it? Or can I just paint it as is? Thanks!!

Answer 1

You should be able to paint it.

But you will need a little surface preparation.  With a fine grit sand paper (120 - 150) lightly hand sand the gloss off the existing surface and then clean it with tack cloth to remove the dust.  You will get a better final result if you prime it first, however it is not mandatory.

Answer 2

depends on whats on there right now? is it something really glossy you are probably going to have to sand or strip it..you could get a hand held sander and sand it stripper is some hard work.. i tried that once..never again...

Answer 3

A fine grit sand paper should do the trick.  Try not to touch it with your bare hands after you sand it.  You don't want finger oil on it.