Hello everyone, I have noticed some paint chipping on one of my IKEA Hemnes furniture pieces. It concerns the white, painted wood surfaces, where the paint has come off at edges and small areas. My goal is to repair the furniture in a way that is both durable and visually pleasing, so that the repair spots are not noticeable and the problem does not worsen over time.
Does anyone have tips or experience on how to best handle these chipped areas on your own? I am considering a proper process after removing loose paint, possibly including sanding, priming, and then repainting – but which materials and tools work best for Hemnes furniture?
I would appreciate specific advice on paint selection (e.g., which type of paint), surface preparation, and any tricks to achieve a discreet and long-lasting finish!
Does anyone have tips or experience on how to best handle these chipped areas on your own? I am considering a proper process after removing loose paint, possibly including sanding, priming, and then repainting – but which materials and tools work best for Hemnes furniture?
I would appreciate specific advice on paint selection (e.g., which type of paint), surface preparation, and any tricks to achieve a discreet and long-lasting finish!
Hello Adisgi,
Carefully remove loose paint with fine sandpaper (grit 220–320). Then wipe off the dust with a damp cloth. Use an acrylic paint in the appropriate color, preferably applied with a small brush or paint pen. Allow each layer to dry thoroughly between coats. Done.
Carefully remove loose paint with fine sandpaper (grit 220–320). Then wipe off the dust with a damp cloth. Use an acrylic paint in the appropriate color, preferably applied with a small brush or paint pen. Allow each layer to dry thoroughly between coats. Done.
lisku schrieb:
carefully remove the loose paint with fine sandpaper (grit 220–320).Correct, that’s the first step, but it should be considered in more detail:
First, level the edges of the chipped area with very fine sandpaper (grit 150–220) to avoid visible steps later. Then thoroughly remove dust—preferably with a microfiber cloth to leave no residue.
An important point is the primer preparation: For Hemnes furniture, a water-based acrylic primer is recommended, as it bonds well with polyurethane or acrylic paints. This creates a strong adhesion base, especially if the furniture is exposed to moisture or wear.
Regarding the paint: Water-based acrylic paints are ideal because they do not yellow and dry quickly. It is advisable to apply thin layers and lightly sand each coat with fine sandpaper (grit 320 or finer) to achieve a uniform finish.
Finally, I would seal with a transparent, matte acrylic varnish to even out color differences and protect the surface.
I would also be interested to know how much the furniture is used and whether it is kept in dry or humid environments, as that can affect the choice of products.
Palenar schrieb:
I’m curious about how much wear and tear the furniture is exposed to and whether it is placed in dry or humid environments?Exactly! I just want to add that you shouldn’t be discouraged even with furniture like Hemnes. There are excellent repair kits with small touch-up markers for furniture, which are perfect for minor surface damage. You can simply apply them and then rub in the color with a soft cloth to blend it in.
For larger areas, I definitely recommend following Palenar’s procedure!
Don’t worry: with a bit of patience, you’ll do great, and your furniture will look almost like new! 🙂 Wishing you continued success!
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