Want to brighten up your plastic storage drawers and create an inspiring, engaging workspace? Painting your storage drawers is easy and effective!
With just a little skill and a great colour palette, you can turn your plastic storage drawers into a design statement. This is an effective way of making your space look and feel a little more like home, all while maintaining great storage efficiency.
To get you started, here’s how you can paint your plastic storage drawers to easily brighten up your workspace!
Select a design
If you want to paint your plastic storage drawers, the first step is to select a design! This is the fun part of the process and is your opportunity to reflect your personality and design tastes. Your design will guide you through the next upcycling steps!
Before you begin painting, consider what you want your plastic storage drawers to look like. Will you paint them in a single block colour? If so, which colour will work best for your space? Alternatively, you might decide to create a more detailed design using two or more colours on each drawer.
Choose your painting method
Next, you’ll need to choose your painting method. Plastic storage drawers can be painted with a brush or using spray paint. When making your decision, remember to consider your materials and the space you have to work with.
In some cases, plastic can be difficult to paint, with traditional paints appearing streaky or failing to cover the surface well. For the best results, it’s a good idea to use a paint labelled specifically for plastics. If you want to add design features, try painting freehand or using a stencil.
Painting your storage drawers
It’s now time to start painting your storage drawers! Once your materials are ready, take your drawers outside or somewhere else where mess can be easily cleaned. Using your chosen method, start to paint, being careful to cover all surface areas evenly.
Usually, you will need to apply at least two coats of paint to ensure that your plastic storage drawers are fully painted. Wait for paint to dry between coats for the best results, especially if you are applying additional designs.
Preparing paint to last
Once you’ve finished painting your plastic storage drawers, you’ll need to give them time to dry. Before taking your drawers inside and setting them up, it’s a good idea to consider what you can do to ensure that the paint lasts as long as possible.
Visit your local department store, and find a suitable top coat for your paint. Ideally, choose a top coat that is designed to improve the longevity of paint and that is suitable for plastic. This is especially important if your drawers will be kept in dusty or damp spaces. This step can help you maintain the look of your paint for longer.
Want to purchase high-quality plastic storage drawers for your space? Visit the RS Online store, and start shopping today.
