Matte black adds a touch of contemporary flair to our unfinished products. With this finish, there's a blend of understated elegance and modern vibe. It's just right for both home décor and fashion, offering a smooth transition from raw to refined.
What you'll need:
- Rust-Oleum Matte Black Spray - This stuff is super cheap and works great. A single can is enough for at least one piece, depending on the size. For most folks this is the go-to.
- Rust-Oleum Matte Clear Finish - You'll use this as a top coat on after the matte black has dried. This will provide extra protection without changing the look.
Directions:
- Clean your piece to remove dust; compressed air is ideal.
- Lay pieces flat on cardboard or newspaper, bottom side up.
- Shake spray paint for at least a minute.
- Evenly spray one side; drying can take 30 mins to 6 hrs, depending on conditions.
- Flip and repeat.
- Lightly sand dried sides with 220-320 grit sandpaper.
- Apply a second, even coat and let it dry overnight.
- Assemble legs into the top; optional dime-size glue will make it permanent.
- Flip and level the table; sit on it to ensure stability.
- Touch up any marks.
- Apply Clear Matte Finish; it dries quickly.
- Repeat step 11 for extra protection (recommended).
