How to paint metal file cabinet

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a pink file cabinet sitting next to a chalkboard with writing on it and a pen holder

I found a filing cabinet at Goodwill awhile back for just .99 cents, so of course I brought it home. Functionally, it was exactly what I needed. Aesthetically, not so much. Last week, it was finally time to give the cabinet #thefroscheffect. I removed the hardware before I took

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"Is it feasible to paint file cabinets that appear rigid, glossy, and smooth?"
"Can you paint a file cabinet?"
"If you're looking to acquire knowledge about paints and painting, the idea of altering the color of a filing cabinet might appear daunting."
However, painting anything, including file cabinets, is achievable. You can effectively paint a metal filing cabinet using appropriate painting methods.

"Is it feasible to paint file cabinets that appear rigid, glossy, and smooth?" "Can you paint a file cabinet?" "If you're looking to acquire knowledge about paints and painting, the idea of altering the color of a filing cabinet might appear daunting." However, painting anything, including file cabinets, is achievable. You can effectively paint a metal filing cabinet using appropriate painting methods.

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a blue filing cabinet sitting on top of a sidewalk

I needed a space to store some important paperwork and I wanted it to be cute - so I took a metal filing cabinet that I found at Goodwill for about $15 and tran…

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a person spray painting a mailbox on the grass

Time to upgrade an old file cabinet into a more functional and stylish look for my home office. The file cabinet will get a color upgrade and become portable by the end of this project. Building a base on wheels so that it can be easily moved around the office. Supplies needed for the cabinet Cleaning supplies: goof off, vinegar, rubbing alcohol Sandpaper to rough up the clean surface Spray paint to complete the cabinet Prep Work This cabinet was covered in years of sticker…

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a blue box sitting on top of a grass covered field next to a metal object

Hello! If you are finding me through the One Room Challenge, it's so nice to meet you! I'm Amber, a wife and mother of two toddler boys and a sweet, floppy golden-doodle. We live as renters in my grandmother's home which she graciously lets us have our way with. I have an eclectic style and love fun colors. My main purpose in my blog is to teach people that with creativity, imagination, and a little bit (sometimes a lot a bit) of work, they can make their homes what they want without…

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an old filing cabinet with the words before and after painted on it's sides

Give your home office decor a cheap upgrade with this painted file cabinet idea. Check out the before and after of this diy painted metal cabinet idea. #hometalk

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a blue cabinet with two drawers and a plant on top, in front of a white wall

If you have an old file cabinet at home, this is the DIY project for you. Transform a file cabinet with a little spray paint, new hardware, and wood peg legs. Give the cabinet a midcentury look with the unfinished light wood legs, the mossy green color, and black hardware.

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a black and white cabinet with some paint on it's side, in the process of being painted

Check out this amazing file cabinet makeover that transformed a thrift store file cabinet with black chalkwboard paint and chic white and pink accents.

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a person holding a spray can in their hand

Give your metal filing cabinets a glow-up with this simple tutorialTired of your plain metal cabinets? Believe it or not, you can change the look of a metal cabinet by simply painting it. The key is knowing where to start. We'll walk you...

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how to paint a metal filing cabinet before it gets painted pink and black with gold accents

I found this metal filing cabinet at Goodwill for super cheap, it just needed a new look to fit my style. There's a must-use product to paint something metal + sleek like this metal filing cabinet: Dixie Belle Slick Stick! Your next coats of paint will actually stay on and NOT peel off. Click over to the traceysfancy.com blog to learn how to paint metal furniture. I'll walk you through the steps, plus give you a supply list, including the wood-like trim product + paper #diymakeover…

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a filing cabinet that has been painted gray

Come see how to paint a file cabinet! Learn how I added a simple picture frame and paint to make this metal cabinet look new.

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