How Do You Refinish IKEA Outdoor Furniture?

Refinishing your IKEA outdoor furniture is a great way to extend its life, and give it a new look. With a few simple steps, you can have your furniture looking as good as new in no time. Here’s what you need to do:

Clean the Furniture
Before you start the refinishing process, it’s important to give your furniture a thorough clean. Use warm soapy water and a soft cloth or brush to remove any dirt and dust from the surface. Once you’ve given it a good cleaning, let it dry completely before moving on to the next step.

Sand Down the Surface
Once your furniture is dry, grab some sandpaper and lightly sand down the surface. This will help create a smooth surface for the new coat of paint or varnish. Be sure to remove any loose bits of paint or varnish that may be on the surface as well.

Apply Primer and Paint or Varnish
Once you’ve sanded down the surface, you can apply a primer if necessary. After that, choose either paint or varnish for your outdoor furniture – whichever suits your style best! When applying either product, be sure to follow all instructions carefully for best results.

Allow Your Furniture to Dry
Once you’ve applied the primer and paint/varnish coatings, let your furniture dry completely before using it again. Depending on the product used and temperatures outside, this could take up to 24 hours – so be patient!

Conclusion:
Refinishing IKEA outdoor furniture is an easy process that can really transform its look in just a few simple steps. Cleaning, sanding down the surface, applying primer (if necessary) and then paint or varnish are all essential steps in this process – just be sure to allow your furniture plenty of time to dry before enjoying it again!

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Samantha Mckinney