Apply one layer of primer to the file cabinet.
Best spray paint for file cabinet.
How to paint a metal file cabinet.
Prep the filing cabinet.
This is because it is water based.
So here s the fun part.
Decorative items for the file cabinet i e fabric magnets photos etc.
Small foam roller paintbrush.
I used kylon s surf matte finish.
Acrylic paint is the popular choice for painters.
Run a piece of 220 or 320 grit sandpaper over the filing cabinet to make sure the surface is ready to accept the new paint.
If it can t be removed cover it with painter s tape or.
To make the file cabinet feel truly at home it needed a mini makeover.
The best paint for metal cabinets.
The krylon covermaxx spray paint for metal is one of the most durable and best spray paint for metal options currently available.
Select a well ventilated area to paint in.
Clean and dry the.
It is easy to clean up with water.
Don t feel like you need to get complete coverage it s just the base layer.
New paint actually sticks to lightly sanded existing paint better than it does to a spray on primer or to bare metal.
Remove any drawer pulls or other hardware.
I cut up the file cabinet box.
Here s what mine looked like after the primer.
Lay a drop cloth to protect the space.
Two cans spray paint.
Put the cabinet on the drop cloth.
You ll also need some large cardboard sheets paint canvas or other protective covering for the garage floor or ground.