How to paint Upholstery and keep it soft

[@samanthakitch4736]

I have watched SO MANY videos of people painting upholstery. This is BY FAR the BEST outcome of all!!! (even Annie Slone) This video makes me want to try it with a small chair I have. Thank you!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

You got it girl! You can do it!

[@Fireonmyaltsrneverburnout]

But retape and make volume louder

[@aprildawn396]

Me toooo !!! I thought the EXACT SAME !!! 💯

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I have tried many paints for this. The difference is. DIY paint is clay. It soaks in, dyes the fabric, not paint the fabric. I hope you have so much fun with your projects!

[@ShayMoore]

Same here! I see so many videos of fabric painted in boring colors, or just badly. This end result was so much better than most of what I have seen!

[@ebonyejohnson]

Oh my God you truly just saved my life. I have had this bench that is tufted with velvet burgundy material and I want to turn it black so bad with the gold legs. Thank you so much❤️❤️❤️ I hope it works out like that for me 🙏🏿

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Yay! I hope so too! Black will work very well

[@ValerieHalla-no1else]

Damn girl, you did that! You have lady balls of steel! Nice!

[@crystalorozco3721]

I happened upon this video. Just baught some vintage furniture and can't wait to paint it, I'm excited after watching your video

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Yay!! That’s awesome

[@rkh7904]

You nailed it. I love what the outcome looks like.

[@annette224m]

Wow I’m loving this 💙 Came out fantastic 👍 Thanks for sharing Melanie🌸

[@Alice_Walker]

I have some huge heavy curtains that are amazing quality but a super boring light beige colour. I've been puzzling over how to dye them without needing an Olympic swimming pool full of dye... Now I think that I might paint them. How cool. Thank you 😊

[@tblue9893]

Wow... I am a believer. Great job!!!!! Super impressed.

[@elenanoumilelini3930]

amazing renovation, 🙌🙌 and thank you for the tutorial. 😍😍

[@SarahChilungaDesingsSCD]

Amazing transformation. 👌👌

[@barbaralovegrove3979]

Best video that explains everything clearly, love it! Thanks

[@thedirtroadmystic]

Thank you for being real. Ugh. Your voice is easy to listen too... calm. Grown up. Glad I found you... totally digging the bench. Subbed.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you! Happy to have you. Glad I am not “nails on a chalkboard “ lol. Hate that.

[@cherrysheets9909]

Luxurious!! Love the color 👍❣🕊

[@MrsGetOverYourself]

I think you just changed my life! I have been painting anything and everything since well, when I learned to paint in my teen years! I NEVER would’ve thought to paint upholstery but this just changes EVERYTHING! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I also would never have guess chalk paint was the product to use, why is that as opposed to other types of paint?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

As for DIY it is the lack of latex or acrylic... it allows you to die the fabric.. not paint it.. sk you end up with the same texture as you had before you painted

[@MrsGetOverYourself]

Vintage Makeovers with Melanie oh I see... I’ve never used a chalk paint, not like yours anyway, just a chalkboard paint (different?)... My husband asked about the water spritz and what that does for the process (now that we know there’s no acrylic or latex we’re even more intrigued!)

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Yes it’s totally different from what you can buy at any store. Only nine ingredients

[@MrsGetOverYourself]

Vintage Makeovers with Melanie I’ve seen it at some of the little boutiques we have all over here, but you have your own brand? I need some new cushions but now I think I’ll just buy any ol things (in good shape) and paint them!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I Sell DIY paint... that’s the one that we have talked about.. you can look at my website if you want? www.windmillvintagedesigns.com/diy-paint/

[@edg.2676]

if the upholstery is thicker or has a pattern I use a cat hair brush instead of a sanding sponge. Works great!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Great idea!

[@lonster90]

Cat hair brush? Can you explain what the bristles look like? I don’t think my cat’s hairbrush would work.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I think he is referring to a hard dog brush...? That’s what I have used... metal bristles with a angle at the end

[@fahizabegum8785]

Hi i want to buy a grey chair, but i want it to be beige colour? If i dyed it would it be ok ? Im wondering as im going froma darker clour to a lightsr colour. The material is velvet

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

It will probably work.... but you’re going to have to be patient and put numerous layers... sanding you arm off between all of them if you want it soft

[@Fanouvvi]

Hello Melanie, I have been binge watching your videos for three days now. This video left me wowed with wanting eyes, I instantly fell in love with that piece of furniture because I would like to have a bench that same length and style. Good job🏆

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you! I appreciate you commenting. If I still had it.. we’d have to talk 🤗👊🏻

[@sylviavines]

Beautiful!!!

[@juliebromley5998]

Looks fab done brilliant job

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you 😊

[@juliebromley5998]

@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie welcome

[@s.brantley2632]

This was exactly what I have been waiting to come across. I’ve been binging videos of spray paint and liquid paint and i was always nervous with would change the texture of my headboard. I’m purchasing the white swan to cover my ivory velvet headboard ♥️

[@Ravindersingh-qw4bd]

Hello

[@maribelbeltran1]

Wow that came out amazing. Love it!

[@steamdespair9189]

Awesome tutorial, I personally would not have done it to that bench, but still good to know how to do it.

[@amydillardGypsySoul]

Pretty bench. Thanks Melanie!

[@dmcg040utube]

Love the color!

[@adaparkerbeuchert-author5838]

Such an artist.

[@boymomlxx781]

Ok IDK how I missed this one, love this project I’ve been researching to do this I just need the guts now!! I love the color the bench is a nice piece thanks for the inspiration! 🤠

[@cfaerie7842]

I'm following you, so if you try a sample I'll be sure to get your opinion.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Tempted... to paint a chair right now... although... I’m not up for making a video at the moment.. do you follow my Facebook page? You could message me... I can send pictures and stuff easier there. Windmill Vintage Designs

[@gergemall]

Great video Melonie. Thank amazing job . It looks beautiful.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you Jon

[@pennywollett3953]

Brilliantly done🏆

[@janeyoung2838]

Absolutely gorgeous 😃

[@wyleenblack6947]

I'm impressed 😮

[@jessicajohnson3121]

Best video🔥🔥🔥💃🏽

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thanks Jessica!

[@carolraccio1440]

Finally a process that really works ! Now I will try to do a sofa ! Thank you !

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you for watching 🤗

[@esschuele6336]

That’s amazing thank you for sharing this. I’m wanting to dye my old bench seat in my truck. So I think this technique will work. ☺️

[@louwynn6324]

Think I am going to sand next! Thanks for your video, girl!

[@mandydeane5824]

I love the colour I want to paint my sofa a colour l love it!!! x

[@nothingworksworks3511]

I love your silver hair! I might try this is fabric softer and brown paint to make a faux leather

[@clairhogan1191]

Great video, cuts to the chase, no diva drama

[@marshabrown9263]

Great job

[@TheSAboutique]

I bought a beautiful club chair for $19 color doesn't go with my color scheme. I'm so happy I came across your video. Looking forward to starting this process.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Awesome!

[@BrittaliciousD]

Love this so much! Now once it’s dry and you also put sealant what if someone sits on it wet or liquid spills, will it bleed and transfer?

[@jeaninemolloff8390]

LOVE this!

[@kyrareneeLOA]

Wow. It is lovely! What is the brand?? when I click on links it it does not work. ?

[@wendyporter4338]

Absolutely love this!! Now to find a piece of furniture to do this too. Thank you so much for sharing. If I find something I'll tag you :)

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Sweet!

[@jeannineharris4449]

Turned out beautiful!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you

[@Q_werks]

Absolutely amazing 😍 I’m gonna try this on my bed.

[@akay759]

Hey! Did you do it? I'm so afraid that I would mess up

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

It does work. I just put a new video with different fabric... they are all different.. try the back in a hidden place before you commit

[@juliecomodo]

Absolutely beautiful!!! I live in Greece and I think we don't have these kind of paints here... 🙄Can I try with Benjamin Moore wall paint maybe...? And some alternative fixator??

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I don’t know that you will have the same results. I apologize

[@chrisjay20]

Best video thus far. Thanks for sharing.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you

[@Opinions-galore24]

This is beautiful.

[@robertmahaney2854]

Beautiful and Amazing If by chance someone is damp say from a few rain drops running in from the car, would they be safe from staining there clothes as well ?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Yes. The liquid pátina seals the paint

[@jenniferjaramillo9793]

Awesome I'm painting my chairs now

[@maggiefletcherscuriouscelt4199]

Wow! Thank you for the demo! Great directions. I just picked up a loveseat and 2 club chairs. The colors are OK but not really my personal pallet choice. I’m going to tackle the loveseat first - can’t wait!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

You will be so happy you did!

[@nomnomsnataliewills7924]

Hi love this video was just what is was looking for ☺️ What type of paint is it your using please

[@marymiller3967]

Very awesome!!!

[@leslieslaughter1503]

I’m going to use your method on a chair I love! Please tell me what music is playing, I love it!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I can’t remember

[@yudipitre5720]

Love it

[@LeslieArnelleTV]

great diy . thank you for sharing!

[@danirusch7143]

Hello! This video is amazing, short and sweet and gives you al the details for upholstery painting. I have a project that I’ve wanted to start for a while, but haven’t found any good information on how to do properly. I have a bus that ive converted into a camper, and it came with carpeted walls. I decided to keep them as they act as added insulation. The down side is that it is dark grey berber carpet. Do you think this method would still work with the loops?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I have not painted/ dyed carpet before. Try a test sample in an inconspicuous area please

[@annadecker2484]

Love ur hair

[@shaplahoque1032]

Hi I have green velvet chair want to colour it gold how can I do please tell me

[@BrendaPatten1977]

Thanks for the video. I'm trying to get brave enough to paint a tufted velvet chair. This really helped make me think I should go ahead and do it. :)

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hi Brenda, yes you can do it. It’s scarier then it actually is.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I was trying to say... it’s not as scary as you think! Lol. It won’t let me edit the above comment. 😊

[@BrendaPatten1977]

@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie LOL I knew what you meant anyway. Thanks!

[@joanieminton5609]

That looks great!! Thank you....

[@d.a.maisonville7099]

You're a delight. I subscribed.😊

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thank you

[@valerieteepell5810]

Beautiful

[@christyscottlove]

Thank you!!!! I order mine!!!!

[@zanegood855]

What about yea storming a black velvet fabric to a lighter color? 🤔 any recommendations? 🤓

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I don’t recommend it

[@ninasantiagi3394]

What was the paint she used I did not get the name sorry I love the way it came out beautiful 🤩

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

It is called DIY paint. The color I used is called HEY SAILOR. You can find it here. www.windmillvintagedesigns.com/product-tag/hey-sailor/

[@haymishchiado1517]

Lets all hit that subscribe button and support Melanie!

[@dennissem.5030]

So pretty

[@sabeeqanasir9621]

Hi , love your videos and I really want to try painting my sofa as the white fabric has become dull n stained. I just wanted to know if I could use other paints rather than chalk pain as I have a few cans of emulsion(oil wall paints) in nice colours lying around

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I would not use them. It will make for a super crunchy cracked sofa. Thanks for watching! Definitely stick to a latex and acrylic free chalk paint

[@cindydiane9791]

Looks fantastic!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Cindy Diane thanks girl 🤗

[@shirasezan]

Woo amazing great idea please HELP can i use the liquid patina on a jeans i am looking to set/ seal a garment that already been painted with ink i don't want to soak it in water solution as the garment was painted with mixed colour.. SO do you know of ANY transparent paint or spray to seal /set the paint ? THANKS FOR HELPING ?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I would definitely heat set the paint at this point

[@shirasezan]

sorry i didn't understand , how to i heat the paint ? can i use the liquid patina ?@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Use an iron and heat set the paint. Look up videos on heat setting paint on fabric with an iron. Basically you take the iron and very slowly go over the painted fabric for about 5 minutes in each area. It will lock the ink into the fabric

[@shirasezan]

@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie much oblige thank you so much for responding and if i use the liquid patina method after the ironing will it help to seal it better ?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Absolutely

[@mickiporcello7641]

Melanie l love your video and tried to hit your site for your product list but it tells me it isn’t available. Please help! Have a project l am really wanting to complete and you made it look so easy! Just don’t know what the best products are! Thanks in advance! Micki

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

thevintagedames.com/

[@nicolejackson4753]

Love it! How long did it take to dry?

[@GoFarFarAway.]

Can I use acrylic paint on velvet and cover the paint with decoupage? This isn't furniture it is a photo frame art project.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

No idea.

[@startrek6050]

I've had my velvet sofa in storage and it's really dirty. It's a light gold. How do I get the dark dirt stains out? I don't want it to show. I'm going to paint it gray. It's a beautiful sofa. It's mainly where you sit and it's tufted. I can unzip and remove the covers off the seating. I'm sure you wouldn't recommend me to put it in the washer. What do I use to clean it or do I just paint over it?

[@stevethrasher1792]

Does it rub of with a wet cloth or when it gets wet?

[@lisasaxon7828]

Can you use something like Floetrol as a medium to add to paint? I use it n mix in with my paints for my acrylic pouring. I’m just not sure if the Floetrol is more of a kind of sealant in a way or a mix to use for better coverage. Do I “have” to use chalk paint, if not what paints? Can I literally use interior wall paints (I have several spare tins of one colour hence I’m asking) and if so which exact paints...water based wall acrylic or ? I have a very sturdy 4 seater and 2 seater couch in a kind of dark sky/denim blue shade. Had it for 18 years and it’s very structurally sound it’s just that it’s faded in areas and had a few blotchy marks on it plus cat scratches on a couple of arms. I can’t get it recovered professionally as it’d be around 3 thousand in costs. May as well get new couches for under that,,,, sooooo I’m considering the paint job. This chalk paint every one talks about isn’t all that readily available in Perth West Australia where I live that I know of. I have seen some brand of chalk paint but it’s pretty expensive for small tins so I wondering is other regular acrylic or house wall paint will work. I see some put fabric softener in with water also, then sanding inbetween each coat, up to 4 coats or until it’s a decent coverage. I must admit I am very nervous to try it and I “will” try a section underneath first. Do you have fb and messenger as I may actually need to ask a few more things in detail with you...if that’s possible. I’m Lisa Saxon Toohey on fb messenger......it would really help me out a lot if you could message n chat to me about it. I’m an unemployed aged care occupational therapy assistant and have neck n back injuries so am finding it harder to find a job n keep it which means less dam $ and having to consider painting my couches. Lol....Thankyou...yours turned out just lovely Sorry for any typos,, I’m not gonna proof read and my iPad Pro touch screen sometimes plays up. 😜😩💙

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hi, My Facebook is @windmillvintagedesigns. Send me a message there ok

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Windmill Vintage Designs

[@SergioERestrepo]

Hi thank you for this video just a few questions if can please advise 1. You mentioned it cites after a few months. Does sealing it reduce that time? 2. Once you paint the furniture can it be washed or cleaned i. The event of spills? 3. Is the sanding sponge 220 grit? Thanks again!!! Can’t wait to start on this

[@bonzibonnie]

I want to do this....but I am chicken. (Well, actually a green chicken bird with a big yellow beak. Lol). Thx you girl, you have done a great job.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hahaha. That’s awesome!

[@knottreel]

They guys on the car interior videos need to see this.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Haha

[@anitalloydjones3738]

Hi. Could you suggest what I could use instead of Liquid Patina please, can't get that in UK. I use lost of Dixie Belle would something in their range suit. Thank you for all you lovely videos, I googled painting upholstery and up you popped so I knew it would be good ! xxxx

[@creativegirl9710]

Did you ever find out? I would like to know as well. I wonder if Mod Podge has a product that would work for fabrics.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I don’t know. I did use a different sealer today and it works. But all fabric is different. Do a test sample. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIHOo4aMp9mBg9U

[@marialpaguirre6830]

Nice! legal! From Brasil.

[@belindamartinez8441]

Oh my gosh this is going to take me forever. I've been stalling and now I know why 🙄

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hahah. Not for the lazy

[@paulinehunt4069]

Have been binge watching every one doing upholstery painting. They say the color never comes off on clothes. No one uses patina few use wax. I donot want to use wax because I donot want leather feel. Going to check into patina.

[@chiron591]

Ok so I want to change the colours of the chairs in my MH, so I managed to salvage a scrap of the same fabric. I’ve painted it twice with chalk paint, I love the colour but. Even after sanding and vacuuming I still find paint on my hands. Is there something I’m missing, I can’t sit in a blue chair and have the paint come off on my clothes. I just rewatched this video and I heard you say a couple of months to cure? I’m thinking this makes furniture nice but NOT usable for a couple of months. Am I right?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hi. Did you use DIY paint and Liquid patina to seal it?

[@chiron591]

Vintage Makeovers with Melanie, Hi, no I did not, but I’ve noticed that a lot of other people didn’t either. Binged watched loads of videos. I’m thinking it’s the paint product itself. I might try the brand your using. Thanks.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

chiron591 I have only tried one other brand on fabric. It was hard and yucky. If you decide to try DIY, I can get it to you quickly. Best wishes 🤗

[@kathykitterman8767]

Vintage Makeovers with Melanie where can I get the paint and patina?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hi here’s my website. Look under DIY paint for liquid patina and the color you want www.windmillvintagedesigns.com/

[@quensettadavenport8165]

This was so helpful and I happen to have two chairs velvet chairs the colored tou painted yours, but I want them lighter, the color they were before. Please give me tips, so I dont mess up my thrifted chairs. The blue is two dark for my decor in my small apt. TFS!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Unfortunately. Going from dark to light is not easy. I have not been successful… and kept it soft.

[@louwynn6324]

I am still working on it. Watered down paint, spraying as I go, think it will turn out. Have to get up and get away from it, go back, it’s not too bad!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Cool! Keep sanding also. Super important to not let the fabric fibers harden up

[@JustUsDoggos]

Best video yet for recoloring furniture fabric! Question though...If you get a spot on the fabric, how do you go about cleaning it? Will any cleaning remove the sealer or color? I don't want to be stuck with a either a dirty or a faded spot especially since I want to do a yellow-ish color. Thank you! :)

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

The fabric is sealed.... that being said... what do we do about anything we spill on fabric? Clean it up quick and you should be fine... could always spray fabric sealer... I am blank on what it’s called.. ? Shoot

[@JustUsDoggos]

@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie Thanks for the info! BTW...it's Scotchguard. 🙃 I forget stuff all the time LOL!

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Thanks! 🤦‍♀️

[@creativegirl9710]

@@JustUsDoggos Scotchguard is a good idea. What if a piece of furniture I want to paint is already Scotchguarded?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

No idea. Do a test for sure

[@LisaSoulLevelHealing]

Love it 🙂 what grit of sander?? I am going to make some slip covers, but will try painting first with your method 🙂 If it doesn't work out, I can always just do the slip covers.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I use med fine. Yes good thinking

[@soliloquys]

Hello! Can you please list products? Would this work on upholstery that has shine?

[@sandraquintero4725]

The website link for the paint does not work! Dissapointed.

[@johnniepegues305]

So I have a pet couch in its Brown I want to paint it white will this technique work when going from a dark color to a bright color

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

It is always harder to go from dark to light… and a pet couch…? I will always be honest, animals are super dirty, oily, and well just messy. I don’t think it’s a good mix

[@johnniepegues305]

@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie my pet is a Chihuahua she is not dirty and she is not oily she is well maintained and groom and she really doesn't even get on the couch she gets on her couch to get her treat but I needed to match my present decor

[@johnniepegues305]

@@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie animals are super dirty when people don't keep them super clean I am particular and peculiar about my chihuahua she goes to the groomer she gets a butt wiped if she Dukes she get her paws wiped after each walk she gets her nails done and she gets her gland squeezed I am very particular about my little girl she has her own couch she has her own dresser she has 30 dresses and three hats I might consider turning the brown pet couch into a gray pet couch and it will match the decor instead of using white or Ivory White

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Gotcha! Dark to light is not as easy… I would imagine with diligence you can achieve your desired look!

[@rumezarauf1175]

After painting blue, what is white?

[@virginiatalley456]

I have seen this going from light color to dark. Can you paint dark color a lighter color?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

It’s not easy to do. You definitely get better results light to dark

[@stylishranchgirl]

Hi Melanie! I just got a Koehler sectional in denim. It was upholstered in the denim 35 years ago and it's faded. Would such a soft, natural fabric as denim take the paint well? It needs an update.

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I haven’t done denim. Try an old pair of jeans first to see

[@shaniceelcock9178]

Hello, I just got a cherry red love seat and couch from facebook market place. I want to paint it black. Would this be a good paint for me to use?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Absolutely a good choice! Www.windmillvintagedesigns.com

[@katejorgensen6113]

Awesome! I live in Australia. If we can’t get your paint can you tell me what kind of paint you used...acrylic, chalk etc so I could try to source a local product with out the extreme cost of international postage. Thanks

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Not sure what chalk paint you have. Definitely try them not acrylic

[@karelysanchez9950]

Do you think the hot water with fabric softener method works?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I have never tried it. 🤷‍♀️

[@fahizabegum8785]

Hi i cant find find liquid patina any where in the uk ? I need help

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Hi. I have only used this product. I’m sorry

[@doulalina]

Could you paint a carpet like this?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

I don’t see why not 🤷‍♀️

[@CherishEaDay]

Can i ask how long it took you to complete. It looks nice. What i wouldn't give to see my sofa&loveseat a bright white instead of dark sage. Are there any colors that shouldn't be painted like "white"?

[@VintageMakeoverswithMelanie]

Cherish Each Day you can do any color. It will just take more coats to cover dark with a light color. Use thin multiple layers and it will work. This one took me three days due to dry time