Ikea pieces are the perfect candidate for a paint makeover! We just love giving them a whole new look with a coat of paint! Here we use ourΒ Millennial PinkΒ Milk Paint by Fusion to get a sleek modern millennial look in this Ikea Micke Desk Makeover!
Hereβs what youβre going to need for this project:
- Sanding Pads
- Fusion Ultra Grip Bonding AgentΒ / Homestead House Bonding Agent
- Millennial Pink Milk Paint by Fusion
- Staalmeester Brush
- Fusion Clear Wax
Step 1: Prep your piece
The first thing we did was scuff sand the entire piece. Afterwards, we applied a thin layer ofΒ Bonding AgentΒ (also known as Ultra Grip) all over. Typically we recommend you mix the bonding agent in with your paint, but on a super slick piece like this, it doesnβt hurt to put a straight layer of Bonding Agent first.Β
Step 2: Get mixing and add Bonding Agent if necessary for adhesion
Mix up someΒ Millennial Pink Fusion Milk PaintΒ powder with water.Β For the desk, I mixed about ΒΎ cup powder and ΒΎ cup water.Β Keep mixing for a couple of minutes with a hand whisk. Let stand until all air bubbles are gone, about 5 minutes.
Once air bubbles are gone, add about ΒΎ cup ofΒ Bonding Agent.
Mix well.
Step 4: Get to painting!
Apply 2 coats of Fusion Milk Paint using aΒ Staalmeester RoundΒ brush.
Step 5: Add your Top Coat
ApplyΒ Fusion Clear WaxΒ over the Fusion Milk Paint withΒ Staalmeester Round brush
Remove wax and buff once finished applying. Come back to your project in 24 hours and ensure there is no wax left over by giving it a good buff. Then you can finish setting up your newly finished desk to complete your Ikea Micke Desk Makeover!
