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Toy Chest Makeover

I’m not gonna lie. When HomeRight first contacted me and asked if I was interested in reviewing a paint sprayer, I was a bit skeptical.

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You see, I have purchased two paint sprayers in the last year and both have failed me. One would never spray quite right, it always spit out globs of paint despite me following the exact directions on thinning the paint. The other did fine the first time I used it and the next day, it would not work at all.

See why I was skeptical?

I can’t tell you how happy I am though, that I told HomeRight yes to reviewing their paint sprayer.

Because this paint sprayer is a whole different ballgame.

HomeRight Finish Max Paint Sprayer Review {rainonatinroof.com}

As soon as I took it out of the box, I realized it was different. There were not near as many parts that go with this paint sprayer as opposed to others. I decided this old chest was the perfect thing to get started with using my new HomeRight Finish Max.

Chest Makeover {rainonatinroof.com}

Chest Makeover {rainonatinroof.com}

It was also the perfect thing to start with because baby girl needs a toy chest. Like needed a toy chest six months ago. Enter toy chest makeover.

This chest was given to me years ago by my great aunt who took it to college with her. And she is about to turn 100. So, yea, there’s some history here. Including lots of scuffs, scraped paint, dents and dings.

But I love those dents and dings.

Before painting the chest, I gave it a good sanding to remove loose paint and wiped it down with a tack cloth to pick up all the dust.

One of the great things about the Finish Max is that it comes with this awesome tool, technical term is a viscosity cup) that helps you determine whether or not your paint needs to be thinned.

HomeRight Finish Max Paint Sprayer Review {rainonatinroof.com}

You fill up the funnel (viscosity cup) with paint and then count how many seconds it takes for the paint to empty out of the funnel. The instruction manual gives you the amount of time it should take for primer, enamel, etc. to run out of the funnel. If your paint doesn’t run out of the funnel in the given amount of time, it needs to be thinned. You just add more water until it reaches the stated time.

After getting my paint consistency just right, I plugged this bad boy in and went to town.

HomeRight Finish Max Paint Sprayer Review {rainonatinroof.com}

I started off by giving the chest a couple thin coats of primer. Since this is the Finish Max paint sprayer, it focuses on quality, rather than quantity. The paint comes out very fine to create a beautiful finish, so it may take an extra coat to get full coverage. But, trust me, the final product is so worth it.

After the chest got primed, it got another couple coats of white paint.

To add some character, I stenciled on some cute little birds in pink and blue with a stencil from Royal Designs Studio.

And that wire the birds are standing on….not paint. I just drew it on with a black sharpie.

chest makeover 2

Chest Makeover {rainonatinroof.com}

Chest Makeover {rainonatinroof.com}

Toy Chest Makeover {rainonatinroof.com}

I can’t tell you guys how much easier this paint sprayer has made my furniture painting.

It saves me so much time and creates a beautiful finish.

I am in love.

With a paint sprayer.

Really, maybe one of you should go on and call that asylum.

Want more toy box inspiration? See how I turned an old army locker into a toy box here.

Worried about the clean-up? Don’t be! It takes less than 10 minutes to clean the sprayer and is easy! Get the lowdown on cleaning the Finish Max here.

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  1. Sandra @ The Adored Home says

    I too hate paint sprayers for the same reason, so I am thrilled that you found one that really works! How exciting and I am loving the chest redo. Actually I love that you have a piece that is so valuable because of the years of love.
    Have a great week and wonderful giveaway!
    Sandra
    The Adored Home

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  3. Jamie says

    OMG I want one! I did everything on Rafflecopter 😉 I love this trunk and the birds are so sweet 😉
    Hugs,
    Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

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  5. Becca says

    A fun new toy! Awesome! Thanks for stopping by DIY Vintage Chic’s Friday’s Five Features and Fun Festivities. Don’t forget to stop back by this Friday!

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  7. Laura Clark says

    Jenna,
    A beautiful makeover of this very special toy chest! It turned out great! We really appreciate you reviewing the HomeRight Finish Max and love that you gave a step by step guide on how to thin the paint. Thank you!
    Laura Clark
    HomeRight

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  9. Nicole B. says

    I have been wanting a sprayer for awhile! I really need to repaint the doors and kitchen cabinets in my house..hmm if I don’t win I may just break down and have to buy this brand!

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  10. amy @ commona-my house says

    this was a great post, jenna!! The trunk turned out great! for some reason I’ve always been afraid of sprayers…thanks for breaking it down for us and explaining this one- I may just have to run out and buy it if I don’t win it 😉

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  11. Katie {deranchification} says

    Cute toy chest! Great timing on your review of this paint sprayer — I’m about to be painting a bunch of cabinets for my home office/craft room and have been trying to figure out which sprayer to get 🙂 Maybe I’ll even win one — big bucks, no whammies!!

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  13. Betsy(@coastal-colors) says

    Wow, great makeover! I love the chest and the sprayer looks like it preformed well! How nice to have a better paint sprayer! Thanks for hosting!

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  15. Laura @ The Turquoise Home says

    I have always been scared to buy a paint sprayer because I’ve heard horror stories like your first two experiences. But it sounds like this one might be the right one for me. Thanks for sharing! And I entered as many times as possible for the giveaway. Fingers crossed!!

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  18. Midnight_Rider_1961 says

    Great job! A beautiful toy chest for my precious granddaughter. I have no idea where my daughter gets all her talent. Love y’all! Dad.

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  20. Deborah says

    The chest turned out great Jenna! I love the legs on it. Thank you for sharing it at to What We Accomplished Wednesdays. Have a great week!

    Hugs,
    Deborah

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  21. Stephanie Stuart says

    I love this toy chest! I recently did a toy chest of my own. It was an old wooden crate that I painted. I made the lid like a seat where I put a foam cushion on it and upholstered over it. I then took the UNDER side and put a white board on it! We can remove the lid for hours of white board writing! I hope you like that idea. Now to FILL that toy chest! It’s more important than ever for us to raise our awareness of toys that are Made in the USA! We *must* rethink our purchasing habits! I’ve recently posted an extensive review of Little Tikes Push & Ride Racer!. I include a lot of photos, pros and cons of the toy, and whether or not I’d buy it again. I sincerely hope this is helpful to someone! http://www.americanmomreview.com/2013/08/little-tikes-push-ride-racer-review.html

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  22. Tracy says

    I’d love to have you share this or any of your amazing posts at our weekly Super Saturday Link Party. It starts Friday’s at 6pm, hope we see you there!

    Tracy

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  23. Darcie says

    Very cute chest. I would love to enter, but I can’t seem to get past the FB link, which I do not use. Any other way?

    Thanks!

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  24. Ginger says

    Featuring YOU today over on my blog! 🙂 Thanks for linking up to {wow me} wednesday!

    Ginger @ GingerSnapCrafts.com

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