Can You Paint Wardrobes?

Almost any wardrobe can be painted, including melamine and high gloss faced units, but the finish depends far more on preparation than on the paint itself. This guide starts by identifying the surface, since solid timber, veneer, laminate and lacquered fronts each need a different approach, then works through removing doors and hardware, filling chips and washing away the grease that causes most paint failures. It explains how far to sand each material, why a bonding primer is essential on smooth non porous surfaces, and how two thin primer coats on a difficult substrate save trouble later. There is guidance on choosing between water based satin, eggshell, chalk paint and full gloss, applying thin coats with a foam roller without leaving brush marks, and allowing a proper cure before hardware and clothing return. The five mistakes that ruin a painted finish are listed at the end, with realistic expectations for how a repainted wardrobe wears over the following years....