Finished School Desks

Well I have finally completed my desk refinishing project...It was lots of fun and I learned a lot about painting and refinishing. I think I actually do better only having 1 hour increments. Otherwise I find myself hurrying and things tend to get messed up. Now for an exciting (or not) photo history of the project.

Step one was sand, wash, and prime. After I got the hang of it, I found spray paint easy to use and smooth.

Step two, I sprayed the wooden parts with yellow paint.

Step three, I sprayed the main color on the metal parts. I did have one section where I didn't quite get all the goo gone off and the paint bubbled off. But, resand, rewash, and repaint, and it looks alright.

Finally, I painted the top of the desk with dry-erase paint. Today I touched up where the dry-erase spilled over. In 3 days they will be fully cured and useable. The kids are really excited and I think I did a pretty good job. And Scott can have his garage stall back!!

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