Tribal Bird Stenciled TV Trays
Give your wooden TV trays an update with chalk paint and a simple stenciled design. These tray tables were done in a dark gray tone with a tribal bird stencil. Then protected with a clear coat sealer. Tray tables aren't usually very fancy, but there's no reason they can't be updated to match your home decor.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Active Time
3 hours
Additional Time
10 hours
Total Time
13 hours 30 minutes
Difficulty
Beginner to Medium
Estimated Cost
$30.00
Materials
- Wooden TV trays
- Tribal Bird Stencil
- Chalk paint from Vintage Market color: Oxford
- Chalk paint from Vintage Market color: Cotton
- Degreaser cleaning product
- Rustoleom Chalked Protective Top Coat finish in Matte Clear
- 150 grit sandpaper
- Blue Painters tape
- Paper towels
Instructions
- Clean the tray tables with a degreaser.
- Lightly sand the table tops, then wipe dust off with a damp cloth.
- Using the chalk paint brush, apply 2 coats of dark gray chalk paint, allowing for proper dry time in between.
- Position stencil in center and adhere down with painters tape.
- Load stencil brush with white chalk paint. Tamp off most of the excess onto the paper towel.
- Pounce the paint directly down onto the stencil. Apply several very light coats of paint, rather than one thick coat.
- Allow a few minutes of drying time for each coat.
- Carefully remove the stencil by gently peeling the tape first, then lifting stencil up as a flat piece. Let the paint dry completely.
- With the varnish brush, apply several coats of Rustoleum Top Coat Sealer, allowing for dry time in between coats. Try to apply several light coats to build the finish.
- As each coat is drying, check for any drips, especially on the table legs. Dab any drips away with a small foam brush or paper towel.
- Allow sealer to dry completely, per recommended dry time.
Notes
- The top coat will dry in 8 to 10 hours, but it will still need to cure for about 20 days. Try to use the tables gently until fully cured.
- If you have a TV Tray stand, consider painting that to match, as well.
- These are basic steps and design options that can be changed to suit your decor. Consider choosing paint colors and a stencil that will match your style.