1. My first step was to remove all of the drawers and the hardware connected to them. I took of the handles and set them aside for later.
2. The next step was to sand the dresser and drawers to make the surface rough so that the primer would stick. This was difficult and I had to change sheets of sandpaper too often. Next time I think I will try some sort of chemical paint stripper before I try using sandpaper.
3. The next thing I did was apply a white primer that was made for smooth surfaces. I hoped that this would stick to the surface that I could not sand properly. I applied this with a cheap paintbrush. I did this to save money, but next time I will use a foam roller.
4. The next step was to paint the dresser. To do this I used a foam roller intended for painting cabinets. I was hoping that this would leave a smooth finish. The foam rollers worked wonderfully and were not super expensive. I painted the yellow insides of the drawers first. I painted all parts of the dresser except the main bottom, under the trim, and the backs of the drawers. I did paint the entire inside of the drawer including the back part of front section (behind the part that you see, where the handle is attached).
5. Once all the painting was done and dried overnight, a second coat was required.
6. While the paint was drying I set the handles and knobs on an old sheet of plastic (a shower curtain works) and covered them, from all angles possible, with a white spray primer. I let them dry and then covered them once again in white spray paint. Something I would have done different here? I have seen others hold the handles up with toothpicks, or something of the like, while they're painting. That might have been a good idea.
7. Finally, after all the paint had dried, I reassembled the dresser.
I am very happy with the overall look, but I did learn some things about painting furniture that I will apply to my next project.
By the way I did NOT do this project on my own. Thanks so much Mom for
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