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Get ready for spring painting season – start small
Isn’t it about time? Confirmation parties, graduation parties, summer weddings... Painting lets you make old surfaces party-ready, perhaps in the event’s theme color! You don’t always need to buy something new.
As spring approaches, the days get brighter and painting season is just around the corner. Now is the perfect time to try Frenchic paints on a small project before taking on bigger jobs and the spring celebration season.
Extra chairs for the garden, a refresh for the front door and entryway, and perhaps painting the kitchen cabinets?
When you have time to try out the shade, surface, painting method, and tools at your leisure, you’ll save time and avoid mistakes when bigger painting projects await at the cottage or at home.
A little practice now will give you confidence that your spring and summer painting projects will go smoothly, without rushing, surprises, or unnecessary stress.
With a single tin of paint, you can paint a bedside table or chest of drawers in a day. Our almost odorless paints are pleasant to use indoors.
Now is the perfect time to try Frenchic paints
At the cottage and at home, there are surfaces waiting to be painted, such as kitchen cabinets, furniture, and storage units. Painting is one of the easiest and most effective ways to refresh your space – even when you don’t have the time or budget for a major renovation.
It’s especially important to remember good preparation and practice. We recommend doing a small test project before taking on a large project, such as painting kitchen cabinets, garden furniture, or the entire interior of a cottage.
Practice first on a small piece of furniture
Before you start a big painting project:
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Choose a small piece of furniture – for example, a bedside table, chair, small chest of drawers, or removable cabinet door. Pick up a secondhand piece if you don’t have a suitable one of your own.
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Do all the preparation just as you would for a bigger project – wash, roughen or sand the surface, and wipe away the dust.
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Test tools and painting techniques – a brush, roller, or paint sprayer will give different results.
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See how your chosen shade looks on a furniture surface – lighting and the surface affect how the shade appears.
This exercise helps avoid common pitfalls and ensures you know how Frenchic paint performs for your specific project.
You'll see how quickly Frenchic paints dry and how beautifully the finish smooths out - giving you confidence for bigger painting plans.
Why paint now?
Late winter is a great time to start planning painting projects. The longer daylight hours inspire you to choose colors.
By painting a small item first, you can:
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Learn how preparation affects the result.
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Test the color and surface before committing to a large amount of paint.
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Make sure the technique you choose (brush, roller, sprayer) suits your project.
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Feel confident before taking on a bigger painting job, and save time and frustration.
Quick instructions for a successful painting project
Step 1: Cleaning – wash the surface thoroughly to be painted so grease and dirt don’t prevent the paint from adhering.
Step 2: Roughening / light sanding – mattify the surface so the paint adheres well.
Step 3: Dust removal – wipe away the dust with a clean cloth.
Step 4: Painting – apply the paint evenly in at least two coats.
Step 5: Drying – let the coats dry according to the instructions.
The spring painting season is a great opportunity to give furniture at the cottage and at home a new lease on life. Start with a small project, then confidently take on bigger painting challenges!
Why choose Frenchic Paint Finland paints for your painting project?
Frenchic paints are designed to make painting easier and ensure a successful result, especially when painting at home or at the cottage.
Frenchic is an easy-to-use, durable, and versatile paint range for almost any surface in the home.
Top reasons to choose Frenchic paint
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No separate primer needed for most projects
Frenchic paints adhere directly to most surfaces, such as wood, MDF, laminate, and previously painted surfaces. -
Suitable for many projects with one paint
The same paint works on furniture, kitchen cabinets, doors, trim and interior surfaces; some ranges are also suitable for outdoor use. -
Easy to apply, even for beginners
The even consistency reduces drips and brush marks, for a neat finish even without professional experience. -
Beautiful, timeless shades
The colour range is designed for Finnish light, with shades that look soft and harmonious in different spaces. -
Durable, washable finish
Suitable for everyday use, kitchens and cottages; stands up to use and cleaning. -
Almost odourless and pleasant to use
You can paint indoors without strong fumes, including at the cottage and in small spaces. -
Suitable for test projects and large-scale projects
Smaller 250 ml tins are available, perfect if you want to try a shade or technique before taking on a bigger project.
Who is Frenchic suitable for?
For homeowners who paint their own homes and cottages and want an easy, durable, beautiful result without complicated steps.
With Frenchic paints, the steps for a successful result are ultimately very simple:
- Wash and clean the surface thoroughly, then let it dry.
- Sand the entire surface and wipe away the sanding dust.
- Apply at least two coats to a clean, dry surface, using thoroughly mixed paint.
- Let it dry according to the instructions.
Tip! There’s plenty of time before cottage season to plan, read inspiring articles and explore new techniques: Our website is full of painting guides.
Choose accessories for your project and explore the gallery
- Accessories, tapes and cleaning products
- Paint rollers and handles, fillers
- Paintbrushes
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Finishing coats
- Get inspired by the photos in our gallery
Award-winning quality and the Queen’s Award
Frenchic Paint has received the prestigious British Queen’s Award for Enterprise.
This award is given to only a select few innovative companies. Other recipients of the same award include:
- Dyson
- Jaguar
- Land Rover
This award recognizes the exceptional quality and innovation of Frenchic products. Over the years, Frenchic paints have received several other prestigious awards, which you can read more about on our website here.
