Spray Painting Laminate
A few years ago, I found this small bookcase at the dollar store. It was less than $10. This was before I had been introduced to thrift stores, the Goodwill, etc. Anyway, I bought it. Rather ugly. Very ugly. And a bit dusty. But, nonetheless, it came home with me. My son used it in his room for action figures, books, whatever. Since I am making changes to that room, this little treasure was no longer needed.
Since the bookcase is a combination of laminate and plastic, I began with Zinsser Cover Stain. I used the same primer for this project. I have learned that you don’t HAVE to prime when using spray paint (except for certain things). Read these Spray Paint FAQs from Centsational Girl. Her blog has been very helpful to me. So…being the super bright person I am, I thought I would spray paint it using Rustoleum in Heirloom White. Lovely color. I have seen it used on many pieces of furniture and it always looks fantastic. Unless it totally disappears into the wall. Take a look at my invisible bookcase.
Not sure what I was thinking….???? The walls in our home are very light. I would have never chosen light walls…but it is what it is 
. I did repaint the bookcase. I used Krylon in Oxford Blue. The playroom will be its new home.
Books will replace the stuffed characters
Happy Monday!
Jen
Link Parties:
hi Jen, thanks for sharing with my newbie party. I actually have the same shelf. I love to spray paint everything, so fun. June 20th there is a big blog party with different themes. Mine is summer paint projects…so get busy.
I am working on a project right now :)
hi, happy newbie party!Thats a lovely paint job,, very nice,, I’ve joined your blog so I’ll be back,,
Yay! :) and thank you. I am going to visit your blog now!
I also have a very ugly bookcase from college that I’ve been wanting to paint. I couldn’t find any good information on whether painting over laminate worked or if it peeled easily. After seeing your awesome makeover, I think I’ll finally put on my big girl panties and paint the bookcase!
Thanks!
Kristen
I love it in the blue. I need to check out that Zinsser Cover Stain. I’ve tried using the plasticoat as a base, but this sounds better.
I’m joining from the anti procrastination party.
Thanks :) and so glad you stopped by my blog!
yay! that looks soo good, and i love that blue that you painted it. dollar store decor no more!
Thank you!!!!
I love the new blue that you used for the bookcase. I use Zinsser products – they’re great. Thanks for sharing the transformation at Treasure Hunt Thursday.
Rhonda
Thank you :)
It looks great in blue. You did a wonderful job. Thanks for stopping by Beach Cottage Good Life Wednesdays and adding your link.
Nicely done and I am seeing a lot more blue – especially these dark nautical blues lately. Love it. Thanks for sharing on Motivated Monday at BeColorful
Pam
I do like Navy blue :) The spray paint looked darker at first. I am going to paint my little one’s furniture Navy. Thanks for the comment :)
Looks great I love the blue. Thanks so much for linking up.
Crystal
Thank you!
Love the Spongbob pillow! Handy Boy loves Spongebob. lol. Thanks for stopping by to add this to our Wicked Awesome Wednesday party!
Spongebob has been around for many years at our house :)
It turned out great! Love the navy blue. The design lends itself perfectly to a play room too.
Thank you! I am a big fan of Navy lately.
I love the new blue color, Jennifer! Thanks for linking it up & sharing it with us and our readers at Our House Of Joyful Noise! Join us every Tuesday if you can!
Thanks for letting me know about the party :)