Paint Table Lamps the Easy Way

Paint Table Lamps the Easy Way
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Author: Maximus McCullough
Published on: 2021-02-02 05:27:26
Last updated on: 2022-01-15 10:56:05

When you want to add to your own home story or maybe do a budget refresh, don't look past what you already own. Sometimes, all it takes is a different vision and a few minor changes. Take, for instance, this dynamic duo. I'm sharing how to paint table lamps fast and easy. Thrifted Vintage Table Lamps Before Makeover | prodigalpieces.com Originally, I purchased this set a few years ago from a local thrift store. I knew our plans remodeling our living room were underway, so I grabbed these in the event I could use them there. Not only are they pretty, but they are made of metal, so they're nice and heavy. That translates perfect for a mom with 6 very active kids. Undoubtedly, I know many of you moms know what I'm talking about. However, they have damage to the faux finish. And, I decide that don't need them after all because they are bigger than the space allows. Time to paint table lamps. woot! Chipped Paint on Lamp | prodigalpieces.com But, that doesn't mean I can't still have fun giving them a makeover making them new.

DIY TIME

First, I give them a good cleaning. An old toothbrush works perfect to dust those crevices. Then, I use a vinegar/water mixture to clean any grime and residue. Just mix 1 part vinegar to 2 parts water, spritz on, and wipe clean. Next, once they are ready, I apply a coat of paint. Painting Table Lamps Base | prodigalpieces.com

 

Of course, I'm using the favorite color I have throughout my home - Slate Green. You can see it in my kitchen HERE.

GLAZING

Then, as soon as the second coat is dry, I apply a self-made glazing using the same brush. In case you're wondering, my glazing is simply paint thinned with a bit of water. In the past, I've used it dozens of time on decor, furniture, and my home (see my faux wood garage door HERE). Adding Glaze to Painted Table Lamps by Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com First, use your brush to pick up a bit of paint, brush it on, and then use a lightly damp cloth to remove excess. Work in small patches for best effect and be careful not to wipe too hard to remove your base coat. That is, unless you want to. Wet distressing is awesome too.

THE REVEAL

Here are my painted table lamps  ready for many more years of adding ambiance and texture to home decor. Vintage Style Home Decor with Painted Table Lamps by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces home homedecor diy farmhouse Vintage Table Lamps Painted with Glazing by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces diy vintage home homedecor Whatcha think? Here's a closer look at the glazing. Don't you love how it draws out the details? Upclose Look at Painted Table Lamps with Glazing by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces home diy homedecor Farmhouse Style Home Decor with Painted Lamp by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces lamps lighting farmhouse home Since, I have no room for two of them, I thought you might like to see them side-by-side. Likewise, those shades really add texture and a soothing touch too. Vintage Painted Table Lamps Pair Refinished by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces vintage diy home homedecor Beautiful Blue/Green Painted Table Lamps for Farmhouse Home Decor by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces vintage table home homedecor If you would like to add one or two to your home, you can find them available in my online shop.

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In addition, pin and share how to paint table lamps. Let's revive our home DIY style. How to Paint Table Lamps the Easy Way by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com prodigalpieces diy home homedecor Up next, more DIY fun with this huge "fineapple". It needs taken down a notch or two. Damaged Pineapple Wall Art Before Makeover | prodigalpieces.com

Also, more DIY projects simple like my paint table lamps tutorial:

Take those modern box store pieces and turn them into From Curbside to a Beautiful Upcycled Dresser Mirror, Larissa of Prodigal Pieces shows you how to add light, depth, and interest to your entry. See the DIY details at prodigalpieces.com | prodigalpieces diy interiordesign homedecor


Susie Wilcox

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:17:58

This is a great project. I never thought about painting lamp bases. Love those brushes for all different type of projects. Thanks for always hosting great giveaways.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:32:17

Thanks, Susie. They are fun to redo and so easy too. My pleasure.

B.J. Bernal

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:34:41

I'd paint my new grandson a picture for his room!

Shirley Shepherd

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:37:07

Fantastic lamp makeover! The first thing I would paint with the Zibra brushes is a couple of small antique wooden chairs.

Carla Erickson

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:37:35

The lamps look amazing! Thanks for the giveaway!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:38:27

Thanks! Easy to do with with these fun brushes.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:38:42

Fun! Hope you like my work shared today.

jennifer

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:39:42

I have so many projects I'd like to do. I'd probably start with a thrift store bench .

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 06:51:13

Sounds good. I hope you enjoyed my project today.

Lori Oswald

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 07:18:01

I would paint a small chest I just picked up for $5 at a yard sale! Larissa, I love your idea with the watered down paint for glaze!

Cathy

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 07:35:57

You did a wonderful job repurposing these beautiful lamps...Love your blog and look forward to your emails.

Carolyn G

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 07:49:44

These are AMAZING as is everything thing you do! Enjoy your blog SO much!

Susan Carter

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 07:52:31

Beautiful! I always look forward to your weekly emails.

Jennifer

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:09:51

I love redoing lamps! They give you so much satisfaction with a minimal amount of work! They’re something you can really bring new life easily.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:15:16

Thank you. I've used it for decades and it works wonderfully.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:15:29

Thank you for the kind words, Cathy. :)

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:15:44

You've made my day, Carolyn. Thank you.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:16:02

Susan, that's music to my ears. Thanks so much!

susan

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:30:45

Very pretty! Did you seal before doing the glaze? I always have trouble getting it off.

Ginny

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:44:11

These lamps are beautiful! I love the color combination too! I just moved a bench into my living room that needs painting. It looks out of place but with a little paint using any one of these brushes would do the trick! Thank you this opportunity to win this generous giveaway!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 08:45:14

Thank ya, Ginny! :D Sounds like a plan.

Elle

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 09:03:25

Love your recipe for glaze and how good it looks. I would paint something fancy and glaze it like you demonstrated. Love the look.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 09:08:49

Thank you. It's easy and waaaaay more affordable.

Shelley S

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 09:14:03

Wow! I absolutely would have walked by those lamps in their before fashion. Not appealing to me at all. But your redo completely transforms them! Great job Larissa. I have a number of projects I’d use the brushes on. I’m trying to decide what color(s) to redo a beautiful round topped antique trunk which some misguided person painted in funky 70s bright yellow and orange. Yikes!

ColleenB.~Tx.

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 09:20:46

Love the detail in them lamps as well as the make-over. I have to ask. Where did you get them lamp shades? They go so well with the lamps.

Audra

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 09:42:23

The lamps look so much better! I'm not sure what I would paint first - we are refreshing the kid's bathrooms, so maybe something to go in there.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 10:16:36

tee hee! Thank you so much, Shelley. It sounds like you have some fun coming on! haha!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 10:17:51

The ornate style is fun for me - thanks! It really makes the details pop. I got the shades at a local home improvement store.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 10:18:57

woot! Thanks, Audra. So many things to paint, so little time. :D

Brigitte Bauman

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 10:43:20

I would re-paint some picture frames/

Michelle J.

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 11:03:02

I'd paint a dresser!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 11:31:17

I'm glad you enjoyed my project today. :)

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 11:31:36

Sounds good. Did you enjoy the lamp project?

Robin Jackson

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 11:46:07

Great ideas. I just picked up something from the thrift store and will use your technique.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 12:00:09

That's the spirit, Robin! :D

Kelly Kayfes

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 12:07:25

Another great make over Larissa, I and look forward to all your newsletters. You do awesome work. I too love Zibra brushes..

Melva

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 12:20:12

Love the color and the glazed look!

Jean

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 13:04:05

Those are stunning. Wish I had a place for them in my home.

Tim

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 13:17:04

The first thing we will paint are our window sashes. inside and out. This is something we plan to do in the spring when the weather is more cooperative.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 14:19:47

Thank you for the hug, Kelly. My pleasure to share!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 14:20:03

Thank you. It's a fun thing for me to do.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 14:20:15

You are so sweet, Jean. Thank you!

Alison S

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 16:05:13

This is a fun makeover. If I won, I would paint a dresser that has been needing a makeover for a long time, but I will have to wait for it to warm up a bit more first!

Lisa Viles

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 17:48:13

I really want to paint this cute little side table! I love the lamps!

Toni

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 17:49:29

I love the glazing technique on the lamps. I would paint a little footstool I’m gettin ready to work on. I always love your creations!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 18:08:12

Thank you, Alison. That sounds like here. :)

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 18:08:28

woot! Sounds like fun, Lisa!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 18:08:52

Thank you. It is a really effective method to add interest and depth. Sounds good!

Deanna

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 19:29:52

Great refresh on the lamps! I have a thrifted lingerie dresser that I would give those Zibra brushes a whirl on! Have a good week! Are you still actively trying to sell your house?

Jane

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 19:45:56

Love the lamps! The paint color is one of my favs. I have an old carpenters chest I need to make over(just paint), and I think I could really use a couple of good brushes. Thanks for the chance to win!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 21:26:08

Sweet! Those are always nice to have. No, we took it off the market. :)

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 21:26:28

Thank you. Mine too. These will certainly do the trick. :D

Linda

Shared publicly - 2021-02-02 21:37:15

I'd like to first paint my kitchen chairs.

Cindy Brooks

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 00:44:51

I have an old basket that I'd like to paint.

Sherry Riggs

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 08:14:28

Now I wished that I hadn't gotten rid of my old brass lamps several years ago.. Love your projects!

Marci McGarvey

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 11:25:45

Turning mine into solar lights!

joann Collins

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 12:13:05

Those lamps are super nice. I really could use those paint brushes I have lots of projects coming up to do and they would help get the job done faster and much better also.

Amanda

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 15:34:46

I have some lamps very similar to these that I would love each to paint. Thanks for the inspiration!

Kim Banko

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 16:22:23

Those are beautiful Larissa! I love, love, love that colour too. :)

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 16:48:46

I know the feeling! I've done the same. NO MORE. :D

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 16:49:53

Sweet! I've done that too. You can see it HERE.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 16:50:18

Thank you, Joann. Fun for me to do.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 16:50:31

That's the spirit, Amanda. woot!

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 16:51:20

You know I love my greens. :D Thanks, Kim

a elizabeth e Minx

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 20:03:09

I'd repaint my outdoor flamingo. He needs a good coat of new pain

Kaycee

Shared publicly - 2021-02-03 22:40:22

Hi Larissa, you really freshened up these lamps and made them so pretty. The glazing really worked well on them.

Larissa

Shared publicly - 2021-02-04 06:45:55

Thank you for the love, Kaycee.

Terri

Shared publicly - 2021-02-04 08:29:34

I have an old dresser in storage. I want to do something with it. My sister keeps telling me I need to yeah it. I don't have room for it and it's in her storage. If I can start on it, no way would she yeah it. Lol

Alicia H

Shared publicly - 2021-02-04 10:11:08

I have a pantry cabinet and my kitchen cabinets that need some color! I would paint them first if I won the brush set. Happy Valentine's Day to you! xo

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