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Quick and Easy Tray Makeover

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A while ago we told you about our shopping spree to Ikea. (You can read about it here). One of the things that we purchased while we were there was this Klack tray. It’s a great size and at under £5 you can’t do much wrong, our only issue is that it’s just a bit boring.

So, while paining a load of other things (we’ll be sharing them all with you soon), we decided to try to give this tray a makeover, too. The only thing we were a bit concerned about was the base of the tray, as it is smooth fibreboard and we weren’t sure how the paint would adhere to the smooth surface.

I already had some Annie Sloan Chalk Paint which I’d bought for a different project. Having read that you can paint almost anything with it and, more importantly that no sanding is required, I thought I’d give it a try for this tray makeover project, too.

This is what it looked like after about two coats of paint.

Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

I shouldn’t have worried about the paint sticking to the fibreboard, as it was no problem at all.

Having decided to jump onto the chevron trend, we started by measuring and marking the tray into equal sections. Then all that was left to do is stick the masking tape onto the tray.

To make sure that the edges are really neat and the tips are pointy, I used a craft knife to trim away any excess tape.

Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

Then for the fun bit – painting. I just used normal acrylic paint that I found at the back of our craft cupboard.

Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

It was no problem at all painting on top of the chalk paint with standard acrylic paint, but it took about 3 coats to achieve the cover I was looking for.

Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

Then for the moment of truth – removing the masking tape.

Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

Make sure you really press the masking tape down well, as I had a few small areas where the paint got under the tape. Also, do not forget to remove the tape before the paint dries, as it can tear otherwise. And here is the result:Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

We’re not sure how durable the paint finish is going to be, but we are planning on spraying it with a clear coat of varnish just to give it some extra protection. If the finish turns out not to be durable enough we may consider tiling the tray in future.

Here are the side by side before and after shots for you:

Ikea Klack Tray Makeover

We’re really happy with the result, especially as the project didn’t cost us anything (except for the tray of course) because we already had all of the supplies.

What do you think of our tray makeover? Was it worth it? Do you think the paint finish will last? Let us know if you’ve attempted a tray makeover, we’d love to see the results!

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  1. Lissa says

    13/12/2012 at 21:22

    Such a cute project. I might have to get one of these trays on my next trip to Ikea. Loved and pinned. Thanks for sharing at MightyCrafty Mondays.

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    • Christine says

      14/12/2012 at 09:27

      It was really easy to do. The paint finish is holding up well so far, but I’ve already been thinking about alternative things I can do with the tray if it doesn’t… Maybe I should just get a few more trays ;-)

      Reply
  2. Chrissy @ Two Everyday Divas says

    30/11/2012 at 00:08

    This turned out really great!! I have a tray just sitting in my craft closet that needs a serious makeover so I may have to give this a try. Looks amazing!

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    • Christine says

      30/11/2012 at 07:34

      Thanks! It was so quick to do, just give it a go! Let us know when you’ve done, we’d love to see the result!
      Cx

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  3. Vicky @ Mess For Less says

    27/11/2012 at 02:04

    Such a fun idea and looks so much better. These would make great holiday gifts. Just pinned!

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    • Christine says

      27/11/2012 at 08:44

      Thanks! What a great idea to make them as gifts! I still have a few presents to find for this Christmas, just have to hope that no one is reading this! x

      Reply
  4. Carissa says

    27/11/2012 at 00:20

    I have an IKEA tray I need to transform too. I want to practice with chalk paint, but I have a plastic tray. Do you think that would work with the chalk paint?

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    • Christine says

      27/11/2012 at 08:53

      Thats a difficult one. The white base of Ikea Klack tray that I used is coated in something that is smooth and almost plastic like. The chalk paint worked fine on that, so I have high hopes for your plastic tray, too. Maybe you could test a small area on the underside of tray where it won’t be seen if it doesn’t work. There are spray paints especially for plastic out there if that doesn’t work. Let me know how you get on, I’d love to see the result! x

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