13 Ways To Paint Old Trays
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These painted tray ideas include everything from bold geometric patterns to whimsical floral designs. You can find inexpensive trays at most thrift stores, yard sales, and even your own basement or garage.
13 Ideas For Painting Old Trays
These tray projects will bring a touch of fun and flair to your living space.
Stencils are a great way to add a beautiful design to just about anything. The thrift store lazy susan/tray is both useful and decorative.
This woven look painted tray is full of texture and has an aged vintage look to it thanks to the addition of stain. Get the step-by-step tutorial for this lovely project.
Transform a plain thrift store tray into a chic and stylish piece using mosaic tiles and a touch of gold - all while keeping costs low!
Carol from Bluesky at Home created a stunning blue and white tray using the decoupage method. The chinoiserie pattern is just lovely!
All you need is Frog tape and chalk paint in different colors to make your own painted tray with a farmhouse style quilt pattern. This would be pretty hung on a wall!
Patty from Hearth and Vine took a plain wood round tray and updated it with a paint pour technique. This is a surprisingly simple project that really brings that wow factor. Add a touch of whimsy to your decor with this super cool project.
There is nothing easier than updating an old wooden tray from a thrift store with paint. This stylish decorative piece was taken to the next level with a numbered stencil for a playful touch.
Vicki from 2 Bees in a Pod used classic white chalk paint and pretty floral French graphics to give dollar store trays a completely new and updated look!
You will not believe the before of this absolutely stunning vintage style folding tray. The color and floral design makes this a piece anyone would be happy to display.
Carlene from Organized Clutter took an inexpensive Goodwill tray and updated it with paint and a stencil for a lovely look.
This easy silver tray makeover really shows the power of paint. The rich dark gray chalk paint creates a dark and moody look that blends better with the owner's home decor.
I am a firm believer that you can never have too many trays. They are so versatile and can be used in so many different ways. This farmhouse style design is one of my favorite tray makeovers!
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods found a great carved wooden tray at the thrift store, but the color was not her style. A little paint in pretty pastel colors is all this beauty needed! The details are gorgeous.
Add a pop of color to a plain Goodwill tray for an instant makeover. Step it up a notch with a unique anchor design.
Author:Â Kathy Owen
Kathy Owen is the founder of the home decor blog Petticoat Junktion where she shares tutorials on painting furniture and upcycling thrifty finds into unique home décor. Her DIY projects have been featured on the Home Depot Blog, Plaid Crafts, Behr Designer Series, and in numerous magazines.
I love your ideas ! I can not wait to start some for my home.
I really like all your ideas & advice on painting furniture. Thank you