DIY query - spray paint for wood

nightofjoy

I'm planning a possible project where I'll be taking a small item of furniture, sanding down the legs & shelves to paint, and leaving the top natural wood.

I want to try & achieve that kind of very smooth satin lacquered finish you see on some wooden furniture, and was wondering what the type of paint is called?

I've done a fair bit of spraying other bits and pieces over the years - mostly with acrylics, so I'm confident I can get a decent finish. Just need to know what primer and paint to buy.

Thanks.

Hoploz

I've used a Rustoleum spray before. It gave a smooth and durable finish apart from a few brush strokes from the primer as I didn't sand it in between. It was quite expensive and didn't go a long way. I haven't used it again as I actually prefer to see the brush strokes myself, and also there wasn't much choice of colour as well as the cost.

nightofjoy

Hoploz wrote: »

I've used a Rustoleum spray before. It gave a smooth and durable finish apart from a few brush strokes from the primer as I didn't sand it in between. It was quite expensive and didn't go a long way. I haven't used it again as I actually prefer to see the brush strokes myself, and also there wasn't much choice of colour as well as the cost.

Yeah, looking at the prices for Rustoleum I'm strongly considering the alternative... painting by hand then lightly sanding down. I mean ever if I settle on a type of spray paint, it's unlikely I'll find the exact colour we need, whereas i can mix tinned paint.

Thanks.

TeamPlum

Can you not just use a fine roller, rather than a brush to do away with brush strokes?

nightofjoy

TeamPlum wrote: »

Can you not just use a fine roller, rather than a brush to do away with brush strokes?

And there you have it folks. Sometimes the solution is so far under your nose you can't see it !

Yep, that's exactly what I'll do.... THANKS! :beer: