HOW TO GET SMOOTH PAINT FINISH ON FURNITURE| Furniture painting without brush marks for beginners

[@markv6817]

Interesting idea to use the roller without paint on it to smooth out the brush strokes. I'm going to try that.

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Awesome- let me know what you think!

[@carencooper2287]

I learned the "do not shake" sealer lesson the hard way...great tips in this video!!!

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Awww sorry you got the bubbles! Sounds fun but it isn't haha! Thanks for watching ;-)

[@markv6817]

Yes, I've had that the hard way too!

[@onguardcamerasystems]

Great tips here Amy, I've had the issue of brush marks myself and wondered why - now I know how to prevent that! Thanks for the video!

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Oh I'm glad it was helpful! Good luck on your next project ;-)

[@rikvandenreijen]

YOU ARE AMEEEEZING! Thanks a lot for the very detailed advice!

[@patrickvalls5596]

This was really helpful! Thanks for the tips!!

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks so much for your support!

[@anitamarcwatenetehau913]

Hi Amy, wow.. very encouraging and filled with loads of tips. Thank you

[@tonyaspain29]

Thank you for the details you gave in this video. I'm on my first flip and it's a coffee table. I'm trying to smooth out a few brush strokes and see where I goofed now.

[@marlysq345]

Great tips! I appreciated the suggestion to use the roller on furniture to keep it looking smooth, I will try to remember to do the opposite of James Bond with his martinis when it comes to using clear coat - "stirred, not shaken." Thanks for sharing your insight!

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Haha yep that's what I always think: "shake martini, stir paint"!

[@MaryjaneTaylor-n1q]

Would you please share how you best paint spindles? thank you

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Painting spindles I usually prefer a brush that's rounded on top like a chalk paint brush or a narrow rounded brush made by Zibra (you can find them at stores like Home Depot.) It helps me get more paint where I want it, but painting spindles is still rather tedious because you really do have to paint from all 4 sides to make sure you aren't missing spots. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching!!

[@charlottebrandin901]

Thanks for some really helpful tips. About to start on 3 projects. Your video was perfect timing for me! Where do you get your brushes?

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

The brushes I showed on this video came from Home Depot- that's the big box hardware store I usually go to. Google "Zibra paint brush" to see where you can find the white nylon ones. Good luck with your projects!!

[@charlottebrandin901]

@@amydillardGypsySoul Thanks!

[@inthekitchen8842]

Thank you! 🎉

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

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[@user-ps4cf6el1o]

How about SW cabinet paint..works great

[@michelewoods9365]

Thank you.

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

You're welcome! Happy painting!!

[@curi0us247]

When I use a high density foam roller like the one you showed in your video it leaves micro craters/dimples resulting in a rough finish. I tried using floetrol but no luck. Have you ever experienced this?

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Hmmm that is puzzling. My guess would be that the surface you're painting on is a little too slippery or your paint is still a little too thick. I'd experiment with the thickness of the paint and if that doesn't help, in future try a paint that claims to be "self-leveling". That means it's engineered in a way that minimizes surface tension on the paint and lets it relax a bit (flatten out) before drying. Good luck!!

[@zonyasvintage7859]

Good video! Personally I do not use zibra brushes except to maybe paint wash or dry brush. They are not as soft as a more high quality brush, are not good with chalk paint and more than that it clumps together when painting. A good brush should keep its shape and softness when applying paint. Just saying. But I appreciate your videos.

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Well I have Annie Sloan brushes that I love for chalk paint! I think the zibras are pretty good for a beginner who is shopping at a big box hardware store, but I totally respect your point. Thanks for the good vibes! ;-)

[@zonyasvintage7859]

@@amydillardGypsySoul yes you’re right! I agree with that!

[@MaryTifft]

Would be nice if you would have actually showed us with paint, the tactics you use. Anyone can sit there and say this is how to do it. I left you after 5 min of you talking at me. Sorry