Spray Painting Made Simple

Spray painting is one of the easiest ways to transform a project, yet the same question always comes up: “Am I doing this right?”

At this year’s 127 Yard Sale, which spans 690 miles from Michigan to Alabama, DIYers and bargain hunters were asking us that same thing. As the Official Spray Paint of Summer and presenting sponsor of the event, we are excited to show rather than just tell how it’s done.

We put together a quick video that proves how small steps can take your project from average to amazing. We cover the essentials: cleaning, sanding and prepping your piece; spraying in light, even layers; and letting coats dry fully before adding more, all while transforming a side table found along the World’s Longest Yard Sale route in Van Wert, OH.

For anyone new to spray painting or hesitant to try, our new Low Odor Premium Spray Paint is featured in this video as the perfect go-to. It doesn’t smell like traditional spray paint and is water-based for easy soap-and-water cleanup when wet. Plus, it doesn’t require drying between coats, making the process even simpler. It makes the process approachable and stress-free so you can focus on the fun of creating.

We’ll share more tips and inspiration based on the questions we hear most, from fixing drips and rough patches to choosing the right paint for tricky surfaces and tackling challenges like humidity or small spaces.

Whether you are upcycling a yard sale find, refreshing furniture or finally tackling that project you have been putting off, Rust-Oleum is here to help you #SprayNewLife into your ideas.

Watch the first video now and see how the right technique can transform your next (or first!) DIY project: Video 1