Is it Worth the Splurge?
In the realm of furniture transformation, spray painting has emerged as a popular choice for those seeking a quick and efficient makeover. Our team use spraying techniques that allows us to transform furniture and kitchen cabinets, adapting them to suit your style.
Spraying is the process of applying a layer of specialist paint to the surface of furniture, changing the overall look. But is spray painting furniture truly the most cost-effective option?
The Pros of Spray-Painting Furniture
- Speed and Efficiency
One of the primary advantages of spray painting is its ability to cover surfaces quickly and evenly. The fine mist of paint can reach intricate details and crevices that may be challenging with a brush or roller such as spindles. It also dries quicker than brushed on paint.
- Professional Finish
With our furniture spraying service, you can breathe new life into your old furniture, creating a fresh and modern look without expensive replacements. Spray-painting is also the way to go if you want a high-gloss, lacquer finish.
- Colour Variety
Spray paint offers a wide range of colours and finishes, allowing you to customise your furniture to match your decor perfectly. Over time, your taste will change, and some furniture can become outdated. Spraying brings the opportunity to breathe a new lease of life into old furniture. You will be able to choose a colour that best suits your style and customise your furniture how you choose.
- Revitalise Furniture that’s Irreplaceable.
Spray painting is great for personal, or sentimental reasons too! Do you have some furniture that has been passed down through generations that you don’t want to lose? Why not give it a new lease of life with spray-painting?
- Increase Furniture Durability
Most spray paint is oil-based and provides a more durable finish than latex paint. Spray paint can be used on practically any surface, including wood, metal, wicker, plastic, and resin. Our spraying paint is highly durable and is coated with a protective seal. Our team will guarantee the sprayed furniture will look great for years.
The Cons and Why it Might Not be Cost-Effective.
- Initial Cost of Equipment
The upfront investment for a quality spray painting setup, including a spray gun, compressor, and other accessories, can be substantial. Our spray machines are £3.5k and the tips (which need to be replaced each time the machines are used) are £100. For individuals looking to paint a few pieces of furniture, this cost may outweigh the benefits. It would be worth considering the cost of replacement furniture against the cost of spray painting your existing furniture.
- Limited Coverage Area
Spray painting is most effective in controlled environments, such as our well-ventilated workshop. Outdoor use may lead to overspray drifting, potentially damaging surrounding items or surfaces.
- Maintenance and Cleaning
Proper maintenance of spray-painting equipment is crucial for consistent results. Cleaning and maintaining the spray gun and compressor can be time-consuming, adding to the overall cost in terms of time and effort.
In conclusion, while spray-painting furniture offers undeniable benefits and impressive results, it’s essential to weigh these advantages against the potential drawbacks, particularly the upfront costs.
For 30 years, Bourne Decorators have been a trustable home and commercial painter in Hampshire and Surrey. We are not only specialised in outside spraying but internal too. And when we say spraying, we mean literally anything from walls, furniture, kitchen cabinets, bikes to surfboards. We spray anything and everything.
If you have furniture that’s not in keeping with your décor but you cannot bear to part with it, get in touch for a quote! https://bournedecorators.net/contact/