Do up your outside furniture
Discover Annie's top tips for a lasting finish on painted furniture for the garden.
We’re blessed, in South Africa, with really lovely weather. And even in Autumn, there are long sunny afternoons where you can sit outside and warm up in the sun. So this weekend, we’re smartening up our outside furniture. A lick of paint and your garden chairs or bench will have a whole new, very pretty, look.
The trick to creating a painted finish that lasts is in choosing the right varnish. Chalk Paint Lacquer is not only hard-wearing, but it also has built-in UV protection – so whichever paint colour you choose, you know it will stay vibrant and last longer.
Once you’ve followed this tutorial to protecting your paintwork outdoors, you’ll see just how straightforward it is to create a lasting finish. Just remember to make sure every part of your garden furniture is varnished to stop any water getting in – this will ensure complete protection from the elements and prolong the life of the paint.
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STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO PROTECTING PAINTED GARDEN FURNITURE
- Paint your piece of outdoor furniture with Chalk Paint and allow to dry.
- Give the Chalk Paint Lacquer a good stir and either work straight from the tin or decant into a paint tray.
- Apply the varnish using a flat brush for a completely smooth finish or a Chalk Paint Brush if you have tricky areas to reach into. Whichever brush you choose, be sure to fully cover the chair, not just the bits you can see. *Top tip*: start by varnishing the your piece of furniture upside down – this will make covering every surface easier.
- Once completed, allow a few hours for the first coat of lacquer to dry. While you wait, be sure to wash your brush out in warm, soapy water.
- Apply a second thin coat of lacquer.
- Make sure the lacquer has had time to fully cure (up to 2 weeks) before subjecting it to the rain and elements outside. Store painted furniture indoors or under cover during the winter to prolong its life.
Visit your local Annie Sloan Stockist for all your equipment. Happy painting!
