I need to paint a dining table and chairs. what finish paint should i purchase?

Question

I'm looking to paint my old dining table and chairs white. What type of paint should i use? and should I sand it or do anything before painting? It's pure wood.

Answer 1

Make sure the surfaces are clean and smooth, (so you may have to sand some). Use good quality gloss enamel. spray it on or brush it. Repeat...

Answer 2

I like milk paint.  A nice Barn Red would be cool.  And the chairs in a Glossy Black.