TV Stand Flip

      The other day, (trash day to be exact) my neighbors put a TV stand out in the trash. It was a sturdy stand, and it had lots of potential to be beautiful! 

Here's the terrific transformation:

Let's get started!

You will need:
1. A piece to flip
2. Sand Paper (a palm sander is very helpful)
3. An oil based primer (I used Kilz)
4. White Paint (Enamel or Latex in a high gloss work the best)
5. Paint Roller (not pictured)
6. Paint Brush (also not pictured)

Step 1: If your item has shelves or other detachable accessories, remove them and set them aside.

Step 2: Sand the parts of the piece that you'll paint including shelves/accessories

Step 3: Wipe down the entire item, using first a dry cloth to wipe off all of the dust from the sanding. Followed by a damp cloth, and finally, another (not dusty) dry cloth wipe down.

Step 4: Primer! Prime the same parts of the furniture that were sanded using a roller and a brush, let the primer dry for about 2 hours, and if needed, touch up any bare spots

Step 5: Run your hands over the surfaces of the item, feel any bumps or rough spots? Lightly sand those spots until they don't protrude (or if you're super lazy, don't)

Step 6: Time to paint! Paint all of the sides that were primed, let the paint dry for about 2 hours, and if needed touch up any bare spots

Step 7: Reassemble your furniture, put in your shelves, cross your T's, dot your I's, the whole thing, aaaaaaaaand....... 

You're done!

LOL I forgot to take an "After" Picture

Enjoy your flipped furniture!