Any plans for the long weekend? I’m planning a little get together to soak up every last bit of summer and to celebrate my mister’s birthday. In preparation for our guests, I added a splash of paint and pattern to some dull folding chairs. Who says functional can’t be fun? Here’s a peek at the transformation…
MATERIALS // folding chair, screwdriver, drop cloth, spray paint (2 cans per chair), fabric (20″ x 20″ piece per chair), scissors, staple gun and staples
STEPS // 01 REMOVE EXISTING CUSHION Using screwdriver, remove existing cushion from chair frame and set aside.
02 PAINT CHAIR // In well-ventilated area, place chair on drop cloth and wipe down with damp towel. Using slow side-to-side movements, apply two thin coats of spray paint (refer to paint can instructions for drying time between coats). Let chair dry overnight. Tip: If chair is dark color or smooth finish, apply primer before painting with desired color.
03 RECOVER EXISTING CUSHION // Lay out new fabric and place seat cushion face down. Trim fabric along edge of cushion (approximately 3″ from edge). Once cut, attach fabric using staple gun. Begin by stapling at the center of each side and then at the corners. Tip: If using a patterned fabric, be sure to align to your liking prior to stapling.
04 ASSEMBLE CHAIR // Once chair is dry, assemble with new cushion and begin using!
[photos by Christine for Design For Mankind]
p.s. Did you catch my latest creation? The $6 daily planner you’ll love.
I’m Anthony Smith and I will like to place an order for some (Folding Chairs) from your company.What is the price range of the ones you carry.And also the terms and forms of payment you accept. Hope you get back to me as soon as you can.
Thank You
Smith
what color spray paint did you use? i just love it so much, thanks!
I was wondering if you can still do it with a chair with two cushions; one behind the back and one for the bum (:
Thanks for the wondering idea too!
I love what you guys are up too. Such clever work and exposure!
Keep up the great works guys I’ve added you guys to blogroll.
This looks so much better than just plain folding chairs- I will have to try it!
I’m in love with this idea! Folding chairs are so awesome to have but I’ve put off buying them because they’re so ugly. Now I know what to do! Thanks.
Thanks for a wonderful idea to update 20 year old folding chairs. I also did the Card table that went with the chairs. Awesome! Went with “The Ohio State University” theme. Go Bucks!
love it now i know what to do with my folding chair in the closet. What color paint did you use?
Do you have suggestions on how I can add a padded seat to folding chairs that do not have any? Thanks!
Interesante artículo, le ruego que me des tu información de contacto, tengo que compartir con ustedes alguna información.
WHERE DID YOU GET DOES CHAIRS!!
WHERE THERE IS ONLY ONE CUSHION ON THE BOTTOM
NOT TWO
Check out amazon for HON HONFC02LBG folding chairs, they have the padded seat without a padded back.
Spray paint color looks like Krylon Coral Isle
Check out Target to buy the black folding chairs with the cushion on the bottom. I have 2 I use each week for my book club. They will soon get a spruce up! :)
would love to try this DIY! Great job
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Simply amazing what you can do with a spray of paint and a piece of fabric. I will never look at a folding chair as boring ever again.Great tips.
Beautiful!
xo Katie
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I saw some old folding (a little rusty) chairs at good will for $2. I’m going back to get them!
I’m so happy I found this I hope to use it for my sweet 16 party.