Remove dirt, oil, grease, wax, and residue before applying paint.
Prepping your furniture for paint is simple—just clean it and paint it!
The hardest part is choosing your colour!
Some surfaces need a little extra attention, but the process does not need to be complicated. Select a paint stroke below to jump directly to the corresponding guide.
How to Prep Furniture for Paint
Start with a thoroughly cleaned surface, check whether your material needs additional preparation, and then begin painting.
Identify the surface and complete any material-specific preparation.
Apply Fusion Mineral Paint and create your finished piece.
Prep for Specific Surfaces
Melamine, Thermofoil or Laminate
Apply a thin, even layer of adhesion primer before painting.
High-Gloss Paint, Lacquer or Varnish
Lightly dull the sheen and remove all sanding dust.
Old Furniture, Dull Finishes, Metal or Glass
Clean the surface carefully, then assess whether additional prep
is needed.
Bleed-Through or Knots to Seal
Seal tannins and knots with an appropriate shellac-based blocker.
Soft Wax, Silicone Polish or Oily New Metal
Remove wax and oily coatings with odourless solvent before
painting.
How to Prep Furniture for Paint
Proper preparation supports adhesion, smooth coverage, and a durable finished surface. A careful clean and a quick surface assessment are often all that is required.
How to Apply Fusion
Use thin, even coats and pair the paint with the right brush or roller for the surface and finish you want to achieve.
How to Choose a Top Coat
Fusion includes a durable built-in finish. Extra protection may still be useful on frequently handled, washed, or high-traffic surfaces.
How to Choose a Brush
Choose a brush based on your project size, surface shape, preferred application style, and the smoothness or texture you want in the finished piece.
