How to paint a stained timber box?

[Marg1962]

I have a box that was hand made for me in the late 70's. It's good quality timber that was  stained when made.  I want to modernise it by painting it. Advice on how to prepare and paint it would be appreciated.  

 

 

[MitchellMc · Accepted solution]

Hi @Marg1962,

Your timber box looks to be in good condition. It appears that it would only need light sand with 240-grit sandpaper, and then it can be coated with a specialised primer. Once the primer is dry you'll be able to topcoat with an enamel paint. My preference would be to go with a water-based enamel due to ease of application and cleanup.

I'd suggest using a short nap roller for the best results and to avoid brush strokes.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell