To make a successful barn painting yourself, you need to prepare the necessary tools and understand the basic steps. Please refer to my steps below.
To paint barn quilt patterns, you will need:
- A piece of plywood cut to the desired size of your barn quilt
- Exterior primer and paint in your desired colors
- Painter’s tape.
- Paint brushes or rollers.
- A pencil and ruler.
Step 1: Prime the plywood
Prime the plywood with a coat of exterior primer. This will help the paint adhere better and last longer.
Step 2: Lay your pattern on the plywood
Lay your pattern on the plywood once the primer is dry. You can use a template or freehand your design.
Step 3: Mark of the different sections
Use painter’s tape to mark off the different sections of your pattern.
Step 4: Painting
Start painting with the lightest color first. Work your way up to the darkest color, painting over the painter’s tape as you go.
Step 5: Remove the painter’s tape
Once all of the sections are painted, remove the painter’s tape and let the paint dry completely.
Step 6: Apply a coat
Apply a coat of clear exterior sealant to protect your barn quilt from the elements.
Once your barn quilt is painted and sealed, you can hang it up on your barn, fence, or house. Barn quilts are a beautiful and unique way to add personality and charm to your property.
