Deck with black metal patio furniture and a grey carpet

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How to Restore Patio Furniture with Spray Paint

Has your outdoor furniture seen better days? Has rust set in and made it lose its shine? Or do you simply need a change and want a new colour for it? Learn how to restore it on a budget using spray paint.

Difficulty level: Easy

Duration: 2 days

Before You Start

If you don’t have a sander, you can use sandpaper to prepare the surfaces you want to paint. You can also replace the TSP cleaner with soapy water.

Material

TSP Cleaner Sandpaper (100 Grit)Spray Paint (6-8 Cans)2” Masking Tape Self-Adhesive Vinyl (3 Rolls)Rust Paint Thick-Bristle Brush Sponge

Tools

Orbital Sander Rag Utility Knife Spray Grip Gun Tarp

Person cleaning patio furniture with a sponge

Person applying self-adhesive film to a patio table

Person applying masking tape to patio chairs

Prepare the Materials and Furniture

1.1 - Clean your patio furniture using TSP cleaner.
1.2 -
Cover up every part that you’re not painting:
- Table: Apply self-adhesive film to the entire glass surface then trim the excess using a utility knife.
- Chairs: Apply masking tape over and under the straps or weave.

Person spraying cleaner on an umbrella support

Person brushing a rusted umbrella support

Person sanding a rusted umbrella support

Sand Down the Surfaces That Will Be Painted

2.1 - Sand down the paint surface so the new paint can bond properly.
2.2 -
For rust:
- Clean the rusted part using TSP cleaner.
- Brush it with a thick-bristle or metal brush to remove as much rust as possible.
- Apply a primer.

Person applying paint on an umbrella support

Apply the Paint

3.1 - Wipe off any dust using a rag.
3.2 - Put your furniture on a tarp or drop sheet.
3.3 - Slide a spray paint can into the spray grip gun then apply the paint.

Pro Tip

For an even finish, hold the can at a fixed distance, making smooth, continuous motions.

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