{"id":6218,"date":"2022-01-11T12:57:44","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T11:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/?p=6218"},"modified":"2022-11-22T14:43:58","modified_gmt":"2022-11-22T13:43:58","slug":"painting-a-desk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/blog\/painting-a-desk\/","title":{"rendered":"Painting a Desk: 9 Creative Ideas to Amaze and Inspire"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"t2-ingress has-text-align-center wp-block-t2-ingress\">Adding a new coat of paint to an old desk is a great way to breathe life into a room. It\u2019s also extremely easy to do and won\u2019t break the bank.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"taxonomy-category has-text-align-center wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/blog\/\" rel=\"tag\">Blog<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/blog\/office\/\" rel=\"tag\">Office Layout<\/a><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"aligncenter wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11125707\/Painting-a-desk.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Painting a desk pink\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11125707\/Painting-a-desk.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11125707\/Painting-a-desk-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11125707\/Painting-a-desk-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11125707\/Painting-a-desk-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-t2-byline\">\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/18111150\/sam-final-smalll.jpg\" alt=\"Sam Applegate\" \/>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"has-clean-links\">\n\t\t\t\t<span>By<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/author\/samapplegate\/\" class=\"byline--author-link\">Sam Applegate<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"byline--post-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"byline--post-date\">Published January 11, 2022<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"byline--post-updated\">Updated November 22, 2022<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<span class=\"byline--images-by\">Images by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/spacesavinghome\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Anja Kodri\u010d<\/a><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve decided to take the plunge and freshen up your desk, we\u2019ve got 9 stunning designs to inspire your creativity. But first, let\u2019s look at the benefits of painting a desk and how you can get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Paint a Desk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: revert; background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); color: var(--wp--preset--color--background-100); font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--merriweather-sans);\">Painting a desk can be fun and incredibly satisfying. Here are some great reasons to open a paint can and get your creative ideas flowing: <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: revert; background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); color: var(--wp--preset--color--background-100); font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--merriweather-sans);\">Modernize:<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: revert; background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); color: var(--wp--preset--color--background-100); font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--merriweather-sans);\"> An old desk with a traditional style can look out of place in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/home-design\/home-office-ideas\/\">modern home office<\/a>. Painting your desk will give it a new lease of life and help it match the rest of your room.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Protect:<\/strong> Paint not only modernizes and freshens outdated furniture but also protects it from wear and tear,making it more durable and extending its life even further.<\/li><li><strong>Add Color:<\/strong> Improve the overall room aesthetics by choosing a color that fits other key features. Try to stick to a maximum of three different color accents, to create a harmonious feel in the space. <\/li><li><strong>Draw Attention:<\/strong> If you have a unique desk with ornate features or a bold design, you. can make it the focal point of the room. Use a stand-out color to draw attention and create a beautiful centerpiece.<\/li><li><strong>Add Value:<\/strong> A new coat of paint adds value and makes old worn furniture more desirable. If you\u2019re painting a desk to eventually resell, use neutral colors to appeal to a large audience.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Paint a Desk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never painted a desk before, don\u2019t worry. It\u2019s a relatively simple job that anyone can do. There are plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Paint-a-Desk\">detailed guides<\/a> online. But basically, you\u2019ll need to follow four steps\u2014clean, sand, prime, and paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to put down newspaper to protect your floor as paint inevitably gets everywhere. Also, if you\u2019re not sure about which color to use, apply a small sample first to see how it looks before committing to the whole desk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For intricate areas or special designs, use a pencil to mark a template before painting. You can also use masking tape for a clean finish or straight line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examples of Beautifully Painted Desks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re still undecided about which design or color to go for, here are 9 ideas to help you get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Subtle shading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This desk features shades of blush pink to give a feeling of warmth. The chair has a matching color scheme that brings the whole area together. This design&nbsp; requires four different shades of paint, which you\u2019ll need to either mix or buy separately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122253\/Desk-Subtle-Shading-pink.jpg\" alt=\"Painted desk pink shades\" class=\"wp-image-6252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122253\/Desk-Subtle-Shading-pink.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122253\/Desk-Subtle-Shading-pink-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122253\/Desk-Subtle-Shading-pink-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122253\/Desk-Subtle-Shading-pink-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Chevron worktop<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Add a twist to your worktop by painting a unique design. This example features carefully crafted zig-zags. You\u2019ll need to first mark out the chevron pattern&nbsp; using a set square ruler or carpenter\u2019s square, then apply masking tape for a neat paint finish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Chevron-Worktop.jpg\" alt=\"Desk with chevron patterned paint\" class=\"wp-image-6255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Chevron-Worktop.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Chevron-Worktop-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Chevron-Worktop-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Chevron-Worktop-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Minimal monochrome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For something more neutral and understated go for a black and white color scheme. It works in almost any room\u2014so it's great if you already have a lot going on in terms of color and design:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Minimal-Monochrome.jpg\" alt=\"Monochrome office with grey desk\" class=\"wp-image-6258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Minimal-Monochrome.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Minimal-Monochrome-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Minimal-Monochrome-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Minimal-Monochrome-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Checkerboard patterns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Feel free to add designs to the back or side of your desk. It does require more precision and skill, but is well worth the extra effort, especially if your desk faces the room entrance. Colorful patterns create a focal point and can turn a boring room into something special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122255\/Checkerboard-Pattern-desk.jpg\" alt=\"Desh with checkerboard pattern\" class=\"wp-image-6254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122255\/Checkerboard-Pattern-desk.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122255\/Checkerboard-Pattern-desk-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122255\/Checkerboard-Pattern-desk-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122255\/Checkerboard-Pattern-desk-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Elegant and chic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use stencils and spray paint to create a stylish and fashionable look. This vanity desk features gold paint on the legs and has been placed below artwork of a similar style to tie together a consistent theme:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Elegant-Chic.jpg\" alt=\"Elegant and chic desk\" class=\"wp-image-6257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Elegant-Chic.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Elegant-Chic-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Elegant-Chic-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122257\/Desk-Elegant-Chic-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Legs only<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your desktop is still in good condition, you can focus your effort on just the legs. Bright colors work well to create a beautiful contrast between new and old:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11124028\/Paint-Legs-Only-Desk.jpg\" alt=\"Office desk painted legs\" class=\"wp-image-6265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11124028\/Paint-Legs-Only-Desk.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11124028\/Paint-Legs-Only-Desk-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11124028\/Paint-Legs-Only-Desk-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11124028\/Paint-Legs-Only-Desk-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Bold centerpiece<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your home office is decorated in neutral shades of black, white, and grey, you can go for a bold stand-out color to create a focal point in the room:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122254\/Bold-Centerpiece-Desk.jpg\" alt=\"Bright bold yellow desk\" class=\"wp-image-6253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122254\/Bold-Centerpiece-Desk.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122254\/Bold-Centerpiece-Desk-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122254\/Bold-Centerpiece-Desk-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122254\/Bold-Centerpiece-Desk-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Contrasting worktop<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This all-white desk has been painted blue on top. This idea works well if you have other blue objects in the room and want to create a consistent theme:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Contrasting-Worktop.jpg\" alt=\"Desk with contrasting color blues\" class=\"wp-image-6256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Contrasting-Worktop.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Contrasting-Worktop-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Contrasting-Worktop-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122256\/Desk-Contrasting-Worktop-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Partially painted<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that you don\u2019t have to paint the whole desk. Only the handles have been painted in this example. The rest of the desk has been sanded down and varnished to preserve the natural wood. If you\u2019re only painting a small area, you can get away with stronger, bolder, and brighter colors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122258\/Desk-Partially-Painted-knobs.jpg\" alt=\"Partially painted desk\" class=\"wp-image-6259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122258\/Desk-Partially-Painted-knobs.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122258\/Desk-Partially-Painted-knobs-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122258\/Desk-Partially-Painted-knobs-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/11122258\/Desk-Partially-Painted-knobs-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"t2-accordion t2-faq wp-block-t2-faq\" role=\"list\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-faq-item-post t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item-post\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"can-i-paint-over-a-desk?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tCan I paint over a desk?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can most definitely paint over a desk. Be sure to give it a proper clean first, remove the hardware, and sand the desk. Now it is ready for paint.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-faq-item-post t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item-post\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"what-kind-of-paint-do-you-use-to-paint-a-desk?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-1\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-1\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tWhat kind of paint do you use to paint a desk?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-1\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-1\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are several different paints you can use to paint a desk depending on the look that you are after. But it is recommended that you use latex or oil-based paint in a semigloss or satin finish.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-faq-item-post t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item-post\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"do-you-need-to-sand-a-desk-before-painting?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-2\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-2\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tDo you need to sand a desk before painting?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-2\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-2\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You should sand a desk with medium grit sandpaper before painting it. This will give you a better-looking result.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Good Luck Planning Your Home Office<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, you now have some great ideas for transforming your old desk into a modern piece of stylish furniture. Once you are done, your newly painted desk will be the focal point of your home office.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when you are ready for the next step, check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/floor-plan-gallery\/office\/home-office-floor-plans\/\">home office floor plans<\/a> for more inspiration. 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