The 8 Best Paints for Furniture That Will Give Your Home Decor a Quick Refresh

The Bottom Line

Overall, we recommend the Beyond Paint All-in-One Furniture, Cabinets, Countertops, and More to cut down on the amount of prep work required before painting. The paint includes primer, bonder, and finisher in one formula. If you are looking for a cheaper option, the Behr Premium Interior/Exterior Cabinet, Door & Trim Paint offers a wide selection of colors and customized tints at an affordable price.

What to Know About Paint for Furniture Before Shopping

Size

Paints used for furniture typically run in smaller sizes. You’ll often see them in half-pint, pint, and gallon sizes. The reason for this is that you don’t need a whole lot of paint for most DIY projects. “A quart of paint covers approximately 100 square feet,” says Radon. “That’s a large piece of furniture, so a quart is often sufficient for most projects.”

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Finishes

Typically, you’ll find the best furniture paints in flat, matte, satin semi-gloss, and gloss finishes. When choosing a finish, “think about the use of the piece being painted,” Radon says. “For table tops, consider a satin.” She also likes eggshell “because it has a highly durable finish.” But, ultimately, the right choice for your furniture projects is “subjective.”

Dry Time

“You can easily get a piece of furniture painted in one day with proper drying time in between coats. However, this depends on the climate in your area,” says Dede Bailey, a paint expert and owner of Designed Decor. Typically, you should let paint dry for two to four hours between coats, though this will differ slightly depending on the brand and your specific paint.

Your Questions, Answered

What is the best paint for furniture?

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The best paints for furniture adhere firmly to your furniture so you don’t have to worry as much about peeling or flaking. Look for paint that says it is formulated to work well for the specific surface type you’re painting. According to Radon, you also want to choose a “self-leveling” paint that will not clump when you apply it to the furniture.

Our best overall pick is the Beyond Paint All-in-One Furniture, Cabinets, Countertops, and More, which saves you time and money because you don’t have to prime or sand before you paint.

What paint can you use on furniture without sanding?

“Most furniture paint is formulated so that you do not have to sand prior to using,” Bailey says.

Look for “all-in-one” paints that typically include primer and bonding agents and allow you more flexibility and less prep work. These paints are strong enough to bond to any surface, and can obscure imperfections even if you don’t sand first.

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That being said, take into consideration the condition of the piece that you are painting. “Some older and neglected pieces of furniture will need some sanding if the existing finish is badly chipping or peeling,” Bailey says.

And, according to Radon, it’s still a good idea to sand after you put on a primer and before you add a top coat if you want an “optimum finish.” She says, “Proper prep is the key to a successful paint job.”

Can you use normal paint on furniture?

“If you are talking about house paint—yes, you can 100%,” says Radon. “Just make sure to properly prep the surface; however, if you can find a product with a hardener (which helps to make the paint more long-lasting), that’s the way to go.”

Who We Are

Nor’Adila Hepburn is a freelance writer who specializes in writing in-depth buying guides for Better Homes & Gardens. She specializes in commerce, home, and lifestyle niches.

To find the best paint for furniture she researched the top products from various paint brands. She also received tips from Dede Bailey a paint expert and owner of Designed Decor and Philippa Radon, a paint color and design specialist, at C2 Paint.

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