Painting shelves - turn old into new!

Do you know the feeling? Are you longing for a change in your life and want to bring more color and freshness into your everyday life? Why don't you start with your home first? Your home is the perfect place to set fresh accents and create a new attitude to life.

Furniture that you've had enough of doesn't always have to be replaced and bought new. A little color is often enough to make them shine again and the effect is completely different. With a little creativity and a few simple steps, you can transform your home into a colorful oasis.

We use a simple shelf to show you how quickly and easily a new color can transform your home!

Paint your shelves quickly and easily!

The quickest and easiest way to paint shelves is with a paint sprayer - we recommend the W 590 paint spraying system from WAGNER.

The most important thing first:

Spraying paint instead of brushing saves time and effort and guarantees an even, opaque application.
You will need the following to spray the shelf:

Safety goggles
Respirator mask
Paint sprayer, such as W 590 FLEXiO
Lacquer or glaze
Covering material

Thorough preparation of your shelf is important for a beautiful and long-lasting color. The shelf must be sanded before painting. Simply painting over is not possible here, otherwise the paint will not hold well.

A wood paint, such as a varnish or glaze, is suitable for painting the shelf.

This is how it works:

1. prepare:
Remove handles, hinges, drawers and doors if necessary.

2. sanding:
Only necessary if the paint is peeling.

3. cleaning:
Clean the surface with a mild cleaner, rinse and dry thoroughly.

4. masking:
Mask off areas that are to be protected from the paint.

5. painting:
Dilute the paint and apply 1-2 coats with the WAGNER paint spray system.

Detailed spraying instructions & tips

Simple spraying - precise results without effort!
Painting is child's play with our paint spray system. Thanks to the simple handling, you can achieve even and clean results in no time at all - without the hassle of touching up. Our instructions and tips will show you how to work effortlessly and save time, whether for small or large DIY projects.

Find out more here

Decorative ideas for your shelves

Boho chic - casual and modern

How about a boho-style shelf? Before, the shelf was a boring sight. Now it shines in a lively boho style and is a real eye-catcher. The shelf is characterized by typical features of the boho style: Woven baskets and small plants in wooden or terracotta pots add green accents, while decorative elements such as vintage books complete the boho look.

The new design exudes a relaxed, creative atmosphere and invites you to linger.

A breath of fresh air in the bathroom

Has your shelf in the bathroom previously only served the purpose of storing things and now you want it to be visually appealing too? A redesign can give your bathroom a new, fresh feel. A fresh forest green is the perfect color for this.

It gives the shelf a natural, calming look that perfectly matches the relaxing atmosphere of the bathroom. The intense, vibrant color harmonizes wonderfully with earthy tones and makes the shelf a stylish eye-catcher.

Stylishly organized!

The study, where you spend a lot of time, should both encourage productivity and be a feel-good place.

A shelf in a bright color can help to increase motivation and give the room a lively touch. Design elements such as colorful glasses, beautiful books and stylish vases on the shelf also ensure a creative look.
Calm and discreet pictures on the wall can complete and round off the overall picture.

Fresh color for cool kids

Children love bright colors!
How about a shelf in a pastel shade? You can put various boxes in there to store all the toys neatly. For little bookworms, a cube shelf offers plenty of space for books. And even the cuddly toys that no longer have a place in the bed will find a cozy spot here.

Self-painted works of art can be practically hung up with two wooden sticks and a string, giving the children's room a personal touch.

Your living room, your style

The living room is the heart of your home - the place where you relax, spend time with your loved ones and express your personality. How about a shelf in a warm shade of orange, for example? This lively yet cozy color not only brings warmth into the room, but also sets cheerful accents that make the living room look inviting and stylish at the same time.

Your favorite items such as an old camera, your favorite book or old CDs will find a very special place.

Eva Brenner is thrilled!

It's that easy! With a little paint, creativity and a paint sprayer, I was able to give one and the same shelf a new look for different rooms in no time at all. Inspired? Then get started and CHANGE IT, because you can too!

- Eva Brenner -

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