Chandeliers give dining rooms and entryways a classical aesthetic. From opulent hanging chandeliers to more minimalistic fluted chandeliers, the decorative silhouette is part of this light fixture's bold statement. Aside from the overall shape of the chandelier, the colorization is also important. Chandeliers provide a focal point for the room, so they should complement wall and furniture colors. You can update the look of a mismatched chandelier with fresh paint on the glass globes that cover chandelier light bulbs.
Instructions
1. Place an A-frame ladder beneath the chandelier.
2. Climb the ladder and remove the chandelier globes. Most chandelier globes are fastened in place with three or four small screws.
3. Place the chandelier globes on several pages of scrap newspaper.
4. Clean the surface with water, soap and a sponge. Though chandelier globes do not come in contact with excessive dirt, thin layers of dust buildup are common.
5. Dry the chandelier globe surfaces with a paper towel
6. Apply painter's tape to any parts of the globe that you don't want painted. If you paint the entire globe, barely any light will shine through the surface, so consider just painting a small portion of the chandelier globe.
7. Prime the globes with bonding primer and a synthetic-bristle paintbrush. Bonding primer is designed to adhere to glass, ceramic, acrylic and other slick surfaces. Wait for the primer to dry.
8. Paint the chandelier globes with semi-gloss or high-gloss latex paint. Use a foam paintbrush to avoid unsightly brushstrokes.
9. Climb the ladder and reattach the globes after the paint has dried for a full 24 hours.
Instructions
1. Place an A-frame ladder beneath the chandelier.
2. Climb the ladder and remove the chandelier globes. Most chandelier globes are fastened in place with three or four small screws.
3. Place the chandelier globes on several pages of scrap newspaper.
4. Clean the surface with water, soap and a sponge. Though chandelier globes do not come in contact with excessive dirt, thin layers of dust buildup are common.
5. Dry the chandelier globe surfaces with a paper towel
6. Apply painter's tape to any parts of the globe that you don't want painted. If you paint the entire globe, barely any light will shine through the surface, so consider just painting a small portion of the chandelier globe.
7. Prime the globes with bonding primer and a synthetic-bristle paintbrush. Bonding primer is designed to adhere to glass, ceramic, acrylic and other slick surfaces. Wait for the primer to dry.
8. Paint the chandelier globes with semi-gloss or high-gloss latex paint. Use a foam paintbrush to avoid unsightly brushstrokes.
9. Climb the ladder and reattach the globes after the paint has dried for a full 24 hours.
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