We found four rusty metal folding chairs at a car boot sale for £8. One can of hot pink spray paint later, they are the best thing on our balcony.
You’ll need
- Metal chairs (thrifted is perfect)
- Wire brush and sandpaper
- Metal primer spray
- Gloss spray paint in your loudest colour
- Drop cloth and a mask
Steps
- Strip the rust. Wire-brush loose rust, then sand everything lightly.
- Clean. Wipe down with soapy water and let dry completely.
- Prime. One thin, even coat of metal primer.
- Spray in thin coats. Three light passes beat one heavy one — keep the can 25 cm away and keep it moving.
- Cure. Leave 24 hours before sitting down.
Pro tip
Paint the chairs a colour that clashes with your floor. Pink on black-and-white check is unbeatable.
