# How to Paint Formica Tabletops
Well loved and cared-for vintage kitchen furniture can give a gorgeous retro glamor to the heart of your house. Some people care a little more than others, though, and that thrift-store find that looked so fabulous in the store doesn't always fit so well once you bring it home. Painting over formica isn't hard, so with a little time and effort that table will look like it's always been a happy member of the family.
Things You'll Need
- Degreaser
- Sponge
- Rags
- 60-grit sandpaper
- Dust mask
- Wood filler
- Painter's tape
- Bonding primer
- Brushes
- Formica paint
- Non-yellowing sealer
Instructions
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How To Paint Formica Tabletops
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Use the degreaser and sponge to thoroughly clean the table, and the rags to dry it.
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Rough up the surface of the formica with the sandpaper and wipe it down with the rags.
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Fill any chips with the wood filler, and let it dry thoroughly.
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Sand the wood filler so that it is smooth and even with the tabletop, and then wipe away the dust.
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If the table has metal trim, use the painter's tape to cover it.
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Apply the bonding primer with the brush. Let it dry overnight.
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Apply a coat of paint, and let it dry thoroughly. Repeat.
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Let the paint coats dry overnight.
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Apply the sealer and let it dry for at least twenty-four hours before using the table.
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