Chances are you have some metal pieces in your home office that deserve a makeover. In addition to setting up a properly protected and ventilated space to paint, you’ll want to do some prep on the surfaces you plan to paint, like remove the hardware or tape it off. Give the furniture a good scrubbing with an all-purpose cleaner and remove any rust with fine-grit sandpaper. Once the surface is clean and dust-free, prime it. You can buy a primer and paint combination to save time, but if you’re priming with a separate product, let it fully dry before you spray paint with color. Always use a light sweeping motion about 12 inches from the surface when painting. It’s better to do multiple light coats than one heavy coat that will cause drips. In other words, patience is key.
