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The following product(s) is required to properly prep and pre-treat wood prior to any stain project.
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BEHR PREMIUM ALL-IN-ONE WOOD CCCC
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BEHR PREMIUM ALL-IN-ONE WOOD CCCC
The 9 in. x 1/4 in. Polyester Adhesive Roller Cover has a hard texture, making it ideal for applying all types of adhesives to smooth surfaces. It can be used for stippling and applying sand paints.
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How to Paint a Dresser Drawer

A fresh coat of paint is a quick and easy way to transform a dresser. We will show you step by step how to get the job done right. 

For Best Results:

Don't forget to use the indicated tools to achieve the desired results. BEHR® Chalk Decorative Paint Brushes will help with all the hard to reach nooks and crannies. 

  1. Aerial shot of tools needed to paint dresser drawers

    Step 1

    Grab your tools.

  2. Person wiping dust off of a dresser drawer

    Step 2

    Wipe the dresser to remove any dust. 

  3. Person sanding a dresser drawer with a sanding block

    Step 3

    Prep the surface by gently sanding, using a sanding block. 

  4. Person wiping excess dust off of a dresser drawer

    Step 4

    Wipe off any excess dust.

  5. Dresser drawer laying flat over a drop cloth

    Step 5

    Lay the dresser drawers flat over a drop cloth.

  6. Person dipping a BEHR Chalk Decorative Paint Brush into a can of BEHR Chalk Decorative Paint

    Step 6

    Dip your BEHR® Chalk Decorative Paint Brush into the BEHR® Chalk Decorative Paint and gently twist the brush to remove the excess paint.

  7. Person painting a dresser drawer with a BEHR Chalk Decorative Paint Brush

    Step 7

    Using your paint brush, paint the whole dresser drawer with smooth even strokes in the direction of the grain.

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Suggested Tools & Supplies

  • BEHR® Chalk Decorative Paint Brush 

  • BEHR® Chalk Decorative Paint 

  • Drop Cloth 

  • Screwdriver

  • Sand block 

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