French Painted Furniture
Are you looking to add a touch of timeless elegance to your home decor? French painted furniture might just be the perfect piece to create that classic look. This style of furniture is known for its intricate designs, delicate details, and beautiful painted finishes. Whether you’re into vintage or modern decor, incorporating French style furniture into your home can add a touch of sophistication and charm.
So if you’re ready to take on a DIY painted furniture project, take a look at this list of best painted furniture ideas to help inspire your next creation.
With the wide variety of techniques available, painting a French dresser can be a fun and rewarding project for both experienced and novice DIYers alike. Not only can it breathe new life into an old piece of furniture, but it can also give you the opportunity to experiment with different colors, finishes, and styles.
So why not channel your inner artist and try your hand at French painted furniture?
How do you paint furniture to look French country?
French painted furniture is a beautiful way to add a classic look to any home. It’s also easy to do with the right supplies and techniques. Here are some tips for getting the perfect French country look.
First, choose your colors wisely. Traditionally, muted shades such as pastels and creams are used to give French furniture its signature soft color palette. You can also choose from a variety of blues, greens, and yellows to really brighten up the room. Choose from these best paints for furniture to make your furniture look like a professional did it!
Next, prep your furniture before painting to make sure that the paint sticks well and that the finish will look great in the end. Check out our blog post on how to prep furniture before painting if you aren’t sure what to do.
Once the furniture is prepped and ready to go, you can start painting. Not sure what to use? Here are the best paint brushes for painting furniture, the best rollers for painting furniture, and the best paint sprayers for furniture.
Depending on the paint you use, you might have to seal the paint after the paint is dry. If so, check out our topcoats for painting furniture for more information on what to use and how to apply them.
What color to paint French provincial furniture?
French provincial furniture traditionally uses off white or cream colors, but you can also use shades of blues, greens, yellow, and even pink to give your furniture a unique French country look.
Try experimenting with different combinations of colors until you find the perfect combination for your home. Use a pastel shade of your favorite color to make it feel even more french.
But, honestly, it’s your furniture in your home, and you can paint it in whatever shade brings you joy.
More Painted Furniture Ideas
If you’re still looking for inspiration for your project after you’ve viewed our list of french painted furniture, here are some more painted furniture ideas that will give you some more ideas!
- High Gloss Painted Furniture
- Striped Painted Furniture
- Painted Armoire Ideas
- Upcycle Old Dresser Ideas
- Kids Dresser Ideas
French Painted Furniture
Update your furniture and give it a new look with our list of French painted furniture for some fresh ideas! So, what are you waiting for? Start your DIY project today!
Light Blue French Provincial Dresser Makeover
Transform a dated French provincial dresser into a modern and stylish Light blue French provincial dresser.
French Provincial Nightstands Makeover
Transform ordinary furniture into beautiful French Provincial-style pieces with this easy furniture makeover.
Dixie French Provincial Dresser
Give your home a feminine flair and recreate this stunning DIY dresser transformation!
Dark Green Dresser Makeover
We've jazzed up this classic French dresser with some chalk paint. Follow our steps to get the same unique look.
Painted End Tables
Bring life to an old piece and turn it into a vibrant centerpiece for any room. Click to learn more!
Chalk Painting Furniture Black
Learn the steps in this post to turn any piece of furniture black and give it a chic, contemporary look.
French Provincial Buffet
Get a timeless look for your home with this beautiful makeover, painted in chalk style paint.
The End Table Makeover
Take your French painted furniture to the next level just like what I did with this end table. Click now to get started!
French Bombe Chest
Get inspired by this Bombe chest makeover and spruce up your living space by transforming your outdated furniture into a beautiful piece.
DIY French Dresser
Follow this guide to give your old French furniture a beautiful makeover.
Stenciled French Dresser
Learn the tips and tricks you need to know about stenciling painted furniture with this step-by-step tutorial.
Easy French Farmhouse Dresser Makeover With Paint
Bring your furniture to life with this detailed tutorial on how to create a stunning French farmhouse look.
Dining Table Makeover
In this project, we're showing you how to upcycle old furniture by spray painting gold for a luxurious look.
French Provincial Desk Makeover
Transform dull, yellowed furniture into something beautiful with this colorful French painted furniture tutorial.
Blue Painted French Provincial Dresser
This step-by-step guide will show you how to transform any outdated piece into a masterpiece. Get inspired today!
French Provincial Dresser in Olive Green
Add a touch of sophistication to your home with this inspiring DIY painted dresser. Click now to find out more!
Teal Blue Tall Dresser Makeover
Recreate the classic look of this makeover in your home by following the full step-by-step instructions in this guide.
French Provincial Dresser Makeover
Check out this step-by-step makeover tutorial to recreate this gorgeous look in your home today!
Cane Back Chair Makeover
Transform your inexpensive thrift store find into something chic and unique.
The Makeover of a French Provincial Desk
See how Serena took this aged French Provincial desk from drab to fab with a beautiful color combo. Get instant inspiration for your own furniture flip here!
French Painted Dresser
Learn how to paint and transform any piece into a stylish French-painted dresser with this step-by-step guide!
Modern French Country Painted Dresser
Tired of that dingy, outdated dresser? Give it a complete makeover with this modern paint technique. Click over to the tutorial to get started!
Sofa Table Makeover
Check out this furniture makeover challenge we did and get inspired to create the same for your next project.
How to Upcycle a Desk into a Pair of Nightstands
Learn how to transform your thrift store find and get creative with this easy-to-follow tutorial. Don't miss out on a unique upgrade!
French Provincial Side Table
With just a few supplies, you can transform outdated pieces into stunning French Provincial furniture like this side table!
Gray Chalk Painted End Tables
We took old, beaten-down end tables and turned them into stylish pieces with chalk paint. See the full makeover!
A New Take on a French Provincial Dresser
Start your furniture makeover journey today and recreate this piece that will last for generations.
Magnolia Garden Dresser Makeover
Check out this amazing airy floral DIY tutorial and learn how to make one for yourself!
French Style Chair Makeover
Take inspiration from this easy DIY project and transform an outdated chair into a stylish centerpiece.
French Country End Table Makeover
Get the step-by-step guide in this post to make your own unique piece of painted furniture and give it a fresh, French style!
Painted Dresser in Peacock Blue
Learn how easy it is to transform your bedroom furniture with this makeover guide!
French Country Bench Makeover
Come see for yourself how this painted furniture makeover breathed new life into this traditional home! Click through to get inspired now!
Metallic Gold Painted Dresser
Unleash your inner artist and give your interiors a luxe look today with this stunning makeover!
DIY Black French Provincial Dresser
With simple materials, who can imagine you can turn an outdated dresser into something chic and modern?
French Blue Dressers
Take a look at how we transformed these 2 dressers into a perfect pair of oversized mismatched nightstands to add a French chic style to your home.
Can I create a French country look with any type of furniture?
French country style is all about incorporating elegant and delicate details into your home decor. And yes, you can use any type of furniture, and the key is to focus on the overall aesthetic and use colors and finishes that emulate the classic French look.
You can look for furniture with carved accents, curved legs, and ornate details. These characteristics are commonly seen in French provincial furniture and can easily add that touch of elegance to any room.
But if your piece doesn’t have these features, don’t worry! You can still create a French country look by choosing the right colors and finishes. You can paint it with soft pastel colors, distress the finish for a vintage look, and add gold accents for a touch of luxury.
So yes, you can use the furniture you have and transform it into a beautiful French painted piece. Just remember to focus on the details and colors, and you’ll have a stunning French country looking piece in no time.
French painted furniture is a versatile and beautiful way to add elegance and charm to any space. With a variety of techniques and colors to choose from, you can easily transform your furniture into a classic French piece. So why not give it a try and see how this style can enhance your home decor?
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