How to Fix Paint Peeling on Furniture

Peeling and cracked paint on home furniture is an ugly problem that doesn't take much elbow grease to address. There are many causes of paint peeling, such as water damage, poor paint quality and natural aging of the finish. But a combination of cleaning and repainting the affected surface will restore the area for many years. This process is simpler than repainting the entire piece of furniture.

Things You'll Need

• Paint
• Sandpaper
• Sponge
• Scraper
• Primer
• Paintbrush
• Sandpaper

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Thoroughly clean the surface with a wet sponge to remove dirt and grime from the area you will restore.

   • 2

     Scour off chipping paint with a scraping tool where the paint is peeling.

   • 3

     Sand down the area to ensure a smooth coating of fresh paint.

   • 4

     Apply a coat of primer to the furniture before you paint to prevent future peeling. Repaint the treated area after the entire area is completely dry.