How to Paint IKEA Furniture

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6 Fast Rules For Painting IKEA

01 Always scuff sand the piece 02 Clean with a tack cloth 03 Use a good bonding primer 04 Wait in between coats 05 Use a paint sprayer or foam roller 06 Use a high quality paint + primer Yellow Heart Star Arrow Thermometer

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How to Paint IKEA Furniture

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