How to Paint

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– General Finishes Milk Paint – Paint Couture Paint – Rust-Oleum Milk Paint – Sherwin Williams Emerald Trim Urethane – Benjamin Moore Advance – The Chippy Barn Amulent Paint

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Start with a Smooth Surface

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Use the Right Paint

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Thin the Paint

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Use a Quality Paint Brush

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Use a Misting Bottle While Painting

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Sand Between Coats

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SWIPE UP TO SEE FULL INSTRUCTIONS!

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MORE Makeovers

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