Change and Protect

Finished Product by us!

Our first post of, not our first, “do-it-yourself project”! For a long time households have chosen to cover their favorite pieces of furniture with glass. This protects your furniture from the everyday hustle and bustle that can often over time ruin a very expensive or cherished piece.

At Blue Sky we have decided to take this protective glass and give it a little twist! In the past we have paid companies to professionally paint the bottom of glass for us. Giving the glass and furniture piece a spiced up touch!  However, now that times and budgets may be a little more sensitive we have decided to tackle the obstacle ourselves!

Finished Product by a Professional

Side Profile of the Glass

Side Profile of Painted Glass

Materials you will need:

  1. Your favorite color spray paint, that says “safe for plastic or metal”.Make sure you use a well ventilated area.
  2. Blue  painters tape -to tape the edges of the glass.
  3. Something to elevate the glass – cardboard boxes etc.
  4. Protective clothing or gloves

    All Set-Up & Ready to Paint

Steps:

  1. Set up cardboard boxes on ground so spray paint does not stain the ground.
  2. Place sturdy stands that your glass will sit on, on top of cardboard flooring
  3. Place glass on top
  4. Tape edges of glass
  5. Shake can really well. Spray paint only one side
  6. Wait for it to dry
  7. Make sure can is not almost empty because if the spray paint starts spitting it will make ugly blots on your glass.

Tips:

  • Turn your glass upside down on a solid surface. If it is transparent you may see more flaws because of light.
  • Plexiglas will work fine also for a crunched budget.
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