I really like these chairs. They're comfortable and they swivel, but that pattern does not fit my decorating scheme so I decided to paint them. I figured I would try my hand at this and if it didn't work out, I'd attempt to reupholster them. This is the prime coat. I originally thought I'd want them to be beige, so I tinted the primer. Obviously, I changed my mind later.
This is the necessary additive to the paint in order for the fabric to be "plyable" and not crack when you sit on it. I used two parts paint to one part textile medium as directed.
I decided I wanted the chairs to look like they had been painted, so I thought of this little design. I did it freehand with different shades of taupe paint. I feel like it gives the chairs a bit of whimsy.
They DO have a different feel to them. I would say they are more like "leather", and as such, I think they probably need to be "broken in". I'm hoping after some use they will become a bit softer.
All in all, I would say that it was a successful venture and I am pleased with the results and would recommend the process to other crafty do-it-yourselfers!
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