HOW TO PAINT A REFRIGERATOR! DIY BUDGET RETRO FRIDGE MAKEOVER!

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I've always drooled over the SMEG retro fridges, but they are so expensive! I decided to DIY a retro fridge and give this beauty new life with a fresh coat of paint! It wasn't that hard and I would recommend my tried and true method to anyone wanting to to give their refrigerator a makeover!
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@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Hi friends! Update time! After about 6 months, the paint on my handles started to wear away! One of you lovely viewers gave me the idea to use towel racks for a cool modern handle upgrade! They look so cool, thought I would share the idea!

@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848 2 года назад

I would love to know how this is looking a year later!

@lakesha3 2 года назад

Are you able to post any photos of the refrigerator handle now

@reowhite4862 2 года назад

U should try eastwood 2k aerosol paint

@reowhite4862 2 года назад

Came to see a fridge painted stayed for the hot lady

@anneyrose Год назад

I just bought black and gold towel bars for my fridge havent put on yet but looked cool

@Lil_Angry_Bitch 2 года назад

You did really good for an amateur but here's some tips from a pro painter: - There's a product called "Bulldog" which is an adhesion promoter. You can apply this stuff to any hard to paint surface like plastic, metal, rubber etc to help your paint better adhere. -After you applied the paint to your fridge and let it dry, you should've applied a gloss clear coat over your work to protect your paint job. Just like how you applied that gloss spray over your handles. - I suggest putting a chrome trim along the top and bottom edges of your doors to give it even more of a retro look. You can try Silver Washi tape, which sticks really well.

@shannon33427 Год назад

If you use bulldog, do you still need to sand it? I’m painting a brand new fridge and it has a smooth finish instead of the normal fridge rigid texture and I’m worried about ruining it. I really like the smooth enamel look.

@LadyBug-sd9sk Год назад

@@shannon33427 exactly what I was thinking!!!

@parrisestatessouthernhomec3246 Год назад

@@shannon33427 yes it has to be sanded regardless

@cusebaby10 9 месяцев назад

This turned out great and you did and amazing job! I just think that I would've put a final coat of sealer/protector on after. It turned out awesome! Thank you so much for sharing! I love the color too, great choice! Cheers! 😘👍🏻💯🤗

@sulysaldana5867 3 года назад

Complete appreciate that you reported back a month later to give us an update. I love it when content creators do that. I’m so gonna do this to put handed down fridge

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

I do too! Lol! Basically I was not really happy with the tutorials I found so I made one! 😁 good luck on your project!

@dianamaurer2291 3 года назад

The fridge looks like it popped out of a 1950’s magazine. I think you were very brave to do it, and it really paid off.

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Gianni was so against it when I had the idea! Glad he trusted me lol 🤣

@pslowazo Год назад

Having been a painter for a number of year I totally agree that PREP is always the first step to a quality finish. Second to that is ALWAYS use an appropriate primer. Any paint that says 'One Coat' or Primer included you shouldn't trust. They've had to compromise someplace. Like a multi tool it does a number of things poorly but no one job well.

@joshuadicken5772 4 месяца назад

I literally you-tube everything. Came across this one because I want to paint my white fridge black for a new addition in our new home. Honestly the editing, the information, and the overall layout was just top notch. I am one of those people that never subscribes, and never comments. This is VERY thorough and I love how I didn't have to search for another video for the aftermath. Just love it. 10/10. Have a great day and happy new year. I'm liking, commenting and subscribing and hopefully you might have more content I can see! Either way awesome!

@anitasullivan10 3 года назад

You inspired me and I watched this like four times before I did mine and it’s awesome. Thanks for updating the handles issue. Now I just go to kitchen to smile at my beach blue refrigerator 😂.

@lexgflex 3 года назад

best vid i’ve found !! hate when people say they’re gonna give a time lapse and it’s only like a week.😐 like that doesn’t show me anything lol. this was THE best vid, especially bc of the updates; loved the look of the fridge as well !

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely comment!

@LadyBug-sd9sk Год назад

This is crazy! This is the first color I painted my fridge and I absolutely loved it!!!! Now I bought an actual retro style fridge and I’m going to paint it pink!!! I love this!!!

@lindaalbert305 2 года назад

Thank you for the update, ESPECIALLY about the 2nd attempt at painting the handles! My fridge was white, , and I painted a darker Teal, than Claire’s. I moved my empty fridge to the garage, took off the doors, handles, and hardware (was changing the direction of the opening side of the doors anyway) followed all the steps, (except the liquid sandpaper), and waited a solid day In between all the 4 coats. (So 4 days total) Oh, , and I (painstakingly) taped the rubber gasket around the doors. So THANKS Claire, for the inspiration!!!

@dp4313 2 года назад

Love your frig, that is my favorite color!

@Tis_I_SirJames 2 года назад

Hi Claire! Your video was the first in a lineup of videos for repainting a fridge. Although, I watched several of the others, yours had everything I needed to plan my fridge makeover. Thank you for sharing your DIYs and your time! P.S. You look absolutely gorgeous with your hair down. Sorry, I just had to throw that in. Thanks again!

@jennmrsmk1193 Год назад

Oh yes! You definitely look amazing when your hair is down. Idk anyone who looks hot when they do a home project lol.

@marilynsitaker4198 Год назад

I agree. A superior video all around!

@diywithnjeribeccah1089 3 года назад

It looks amazing! Great job! Love that you took your time to do it and also waited to see how it holds up just so you could share and help someone else. The colour is gorgeous.

@manukorb6131 2 года назад

Really looking forward to doing the same. 😍 Great video, with all the explanation and details. Many videos just leave out half of the job and make it seem super easy when it's not really. Also appreciate the updates afterwards a lot! ❤️

@SonnysMom 3 года назад

Claire thank you for this super helpful fridge makeover. I, too love the retro look, but not the insane prices. I’m going to view your Instructions a few more times and will “practice” the new skill on a stand-mixer. Thank you again fir this valuable info. You are my hero!

@wendy7608 2 года назад

I’ve just watch your video on painting the fridge. I love it and adore the colour!!! I’m going to do ours now. Thank you so much for sharing. ♥️♥️

@patmia3882 2 года назад

Thank you!!! I've been wanted to do my fridge too and I'm gonna go your way... it's the most honest and it gives a complete follow up! 👍👍👍

@WonderWomanlovesSuperman Месяц назад

You're adorable! I do the same thing using Chinese food plastic containers as paint trays. I really appreciate your video!! Thank you.

@allisoncole9634 3 года назад

I've been waiting for this video! Loved watching this from start to finish. Your projects always turn out great and the bright colors are a breath of fresh air!

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thanks boo 😘

@dellalanad 3 года назад

Thanks for waiting a month and showing the wear. Super insightful!

@b.c.6070 3 года назад

Yes! More like this ❤️! Thank you for posting!

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Yay! Thanks you!

@mkings3755 2 года назад

I love this thank you. Completely inspired

@belinda9599 3 года назад

Absolutely beautiful---love the color!!!

@christinel.4921 2 года назад

Thank you Claire for your informative video and updates!!! ❤️

@frankier613 3 года назад

Looks great, I’m trying to retro a new fridge in a 50s travel trailer, the colors you chose even match the older vintage appliances looks nice 👍

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you!

@glory2god267 2 года назад

Blessings! Loved watching your video! You did a great job & you've inspired me to get going on the projects I've been procrastinating about. Happy to be your 1000th like & I'm sure you'll have many more! Your fridge looks great & thanks for sharing this project! God bless!

@lanas.4903 3 года назад

Looks great! Love retro

@jeangubar2132 2 года назад

Great job on the fridge! Beautiful and love the color, the exterior of my house is a soft turquoise. I'l be looking for more of your DIY videos, very informative and such thorough research you did . Thank you!

@afroandglasses 2 года назад

Beautiful color choice! Excellent job!

@TNJsvn 3 года назад

Great video! This is exactly the information I need to paint my used fridge!! Thanks!

@cherylshamsher6277 2 года назад

I have a rusty refrigerator in my garage that's an eyesore but works great. I have always wanted a pink refrigerator with black handles, gonna try this, thanks for all the great tips!

@pennyantell2093 Год назад

Thanks Claire. I really appreciate your honesty with going back to the handles a second time. Going to give this a try this weekend. We are also in a small kitchen area. The color adds an extra pop.

@perijetton9275 3 года назад

I love the color! It’s kinda beachy feeling 💝

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

I'm so obsessed with the fifties mint green, maybe I will have to get a beach house someday 😆

@luv2dancesalsa465 6 месяцев назад

Gorgeous! Great job and THANK YOU for doing the future follow up results, too!

@vickirivera2240 Год назад

Great tutorial and follow through. I hate prepping. But obviously ya gotta do it for the best results. It's funny how long this has been my favorite go to color for about 20 years and I know it's been around for awhile lately, but I've decorated with it for about 18 years now. I love the mints, teals and turquoise! So...I love your fridge!

@papapuchuchu Год назад

It's so amazing!! Thank you so much for the details. I will work on my fridge!!

@TamiSpringer-hs5ls Месяц назад

Claire, your research, approach and everything you put into this project and your video is money. You’re my new diy spirit animal! Keep it up! ❤

@Mara-xv3kh 2 года назад

Honey you did a Fantastic Job! Love it and Thank you for Posting your Video as it is so Extremely Helpful to so many. God bless you!

@megangarcia7607 3 года назад

Fabulous video!! Thanks for taking the time to share how the paint held up all within the same video. This has helped immensely.

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thanks so much for watching!! Hope your new year is filled with lots of fun DIYs 😁

@DeeHunnyBuns 3 года назад

This is so amazing!

@allieprivate4013 Год назад

I love it! 😍 Thank you for sharing! I now feel confident enough to give it a try on my old refrigerator. 😬🤞🏽

@angelRodriguez-wl6in 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this I really wanted a kitchen makeover but couldn't find any good tutorials ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@annalynncabinbabiesnursery9984 Год назад

Love this, perfect straightforward directions thank you and I love the colors

@MissAnilu21 3 месяца назад

Thank you!! Loved it!! Will definitely prep mine like that!!! I appreciate all the steps & updates!!

@devonharris5414 2 года назад

This is so awesome! Great job!

@Rosenblum18 9 месяцев назад

So cool! (OK, so now you/we know better what to do with the handles). The "real-world" test for the paint job on the fridge case is how well magnets stick to it(especially over paper notices) and whether or not there's any damage to the paint when removing magnets that are placed directly on the case with no paper under them. Hope to hear the results of this "test" (after all, who in modern America doesn't have a notice/drawing/photo tacked up on the fridge?). Thank you, Claire.🙂

@ClaireRisper 9 месяцев назад

So I have since painted this same fridge again! So it has quite a few paint layers on it now and magnets are no problem at all! The fridge has kid art and magnets all over it 🙂

@dekebell3307 Год назад

EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks so much for sharing!!

@carmenbarriga6261 3 года назад

Loved the info and your detailing tips. Thank you!!

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@areenaali1262 2 года назад

You have done a great job. Your choice of color is amazing.

@susanpratt3290 Год назад

I like the new look; it looks brand new, also the color has a beachy vibe. Great Job. It is great to give your current fridge a new look.

@jgjerze1234 Год назад

Informative and well-done video! Thanks for the small yet key details and also for the updates! Your fridge looks fantastic. I just finished sanding and am about to head to Home Depot and pick up the prep supplies:)

@hunter121257 3 года назад

Fantastic video and all the steps you went through and the products you used are exactly what I wanted to see! Thank you! Your fridge looks GREAT!

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a lovely comment!! Good luck with your project!

@hunter121257 3 года назад

@@ClaireRisper Thanks! I am gonna need it! Oddly enough I am going to TRY to paint my old almond color fridge black. Flat black I hope! I am afraid! haha!

@irenefranz4175 2 года назад

Awesome job! Going to paint mine this wknd. Can’t wait!

@rosemyers8807 3 года назад

Looks good , I love the color

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thanks ☺️

@latitude1904 Месяц назад

8 years ago, I painted white Rustoleum Appliance Paint onto my fridge. I did a bunch of light coats. I first cleaned it with TSP and lightly sanded it with a sanding sponge and dusted it well. It is still in perfect condition and no one would ever know it was not originally white. Even magnets have not scratched or dulled it. Great way to update an old (but quality-made) fridge. It still keeps perfect temperature, too, unlike the multi-thousand-dollar garbage they're selling nowadays. I also did my washer and dryer and there was only slight scuffing over the years due to my laundry basket being slid across. So I just shot it again lightly and good as new. PS: It stinks like heck for a day

@Ka-kz2gu 3 года назад

I love it! Awesome tutorial

@carlagostino1284 3 года назад

Claire thank you so much for all the work. Also, you seem like such a nice person, I hope I meet someone like you soon. :( Thanks again, Claire.

@jennarichards4861 8 месяцев назад

Really appreciate this video, thank you!

@501badgirl501 3 года назад

Thank you for the excellent tutorial. You did a great job !

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching!

@letscelebrateyou 3 года назад

Best Tutorial Ever! ❤️

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@michelelapre7715 2 года назад

Absolutely love it!! 🤗👍

@lauriefitzgerald9021 9 месяцев назад

GREAT VIDEO!!! Love this and thanks so much for your follow up! I’m painting a mini fridge sunny yellow tomorrow!!!!

@resourcefulgirl Год назад

Hey Claire, nice presentation and I just subscribed! I love the retro look. I'm actually painting my great room Breezeway which is kind of a lighter tint of that color. I came by because I have a stove to paint before I list a property. Thank you so much for the tips and your kitchen looks awesome :)

@ClaireRisper Год назад

Thank you for the lovely comment! good luck on you projects :)

@suzannef3593 3 года назад

Love it thank you so much. Please do more.😊

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you!

@questionmark9819 9 месяцев назад

Oh wow, the colour 😍 I love it 👌

@annehudson6301 2 года назад

l love the fridge color,happens to be my fav color as well,great job

@lauraherberg3695 3 года назад

Oh my goodness, thank you so much for doing this video. I absolutely HATE the limited colors that most appliances come in. It's so sad that we don't have the color options of past decades -- unless we want to spend like $10,000. So, thank you so much for doing this video, you are an inspiration to me. Any chance you also want to paint your oven because I'd LOVE to see a video of that as well!

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you!!!! We aren’t planning any other appliance paint jobs lol but a matching set would look so cool!

@r3natzyk 3 года назад

Omg looks amazing planing to do same with ours as kids been playing with toys on it and scratch it pretty much

@kareenawilliams7435 2 года назад

Thank you! I’m painting my fridge black and this was a good video.

@louisefromNY 5 месяцев назад

Wow! I also have been wanting to paint my refrigerator. I’ve been so nervous. I know that I have to clean and sand but I didn’t think it would hold up. Thank you for the encouragement.

@spongebobandsonicandlooney7996 3 года назад

Looks amazing 😍 great job

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you!! 😊

@MrsScorpionette 3 года назад

Wow, thanks for the follow ups after a while - I will definitely use your method to paint the fridge, and you convinced my reluctant hubbie that it can be done! 😅

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

My husband was totally freaked out when I started lol! Over the years he’s learned to trust me with the home projects but he was worried about this one! 😂 hope your project turns out amazing!

@TheG60528XiJinPing 3 года назад

Id be freaked out too if I heard that.

@anettelee767 2 года назад

You are a amazing instructor/teacher thank you

@redpinesahomesteadingprepp2440 2 года назад

Great video.. restoring an older RV and plan on doing this to the fridge... Thanks for sharing

@lizzconnor6991 3 года назад

Thank you!.... yours looks amazing 😻 loved it.... trying this on mine on red.

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thanks so much for watching! Good luck on your project, a red fridge sounds amazing!!

@vusilukhele2943 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the video. I also painting fridges and I have learned a lot from this video.

@ninetjn 2 года назад

Beautiful !!!!!

@anneyrose Год назад

Looks great!!

@Cperez4life Год назад

I love it!!!! Amazing

@edwardanspach5405 2 года назад

Must say I like how you honestly reviewed the durability of the paint great video

@bob_sdg5717 2 года назад

thank you claire for the amazing video. i just bought a stock fridge which is not in that of a good shape, im going to attempt to do exactly as you did, and mb i'll attach some pics or videos to this video as well. i do appreciate the time you put in this video to report the handle part problem. many thanks again.

@kathylindsey6718 2 месяца назад

😊Wonderful work! Enjoyed your helpful advice-thank you!!

@lowellirish 3 года назад

Great job!!

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thanks!

@shelley1152 2 года назад

Wonderful job 😍

@liamball8335 11 месяцев назад

Excellent presentation. I was just about to paint a brand new fridge but without the primer and that sanding liquid stuff so I'll definitely put in the time and be patient with those steps. Thanks!

@irietropicals4255 3 года назад

Looks really good! 👌

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@Leebs 3 года назад

Enjoyed the video, great info

@faisbross Год назад

Hi, thanks for sharing. I'm planning on painting my fridge light green, just as your fridge. You did a great job there. Thanks again.

@mariammatshidiso3337 2 года назад

You are a life saver, I was scratching my head for I wanted to change my refrigerator like getting the Smeg, but pricing is too high, hope you will be available for me when starting to paint mine. Much appreciated 👐

@wakko6554 3 года назад

Another great video as always

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Thank you Ashley ☺️

@lorettareid4120 3 года назад

Love this you are very informative thank you

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Glad you liked it! Thanks so much for watching!

@monikag1323 2 года назад

OMG i love it!!! I painted mine pink because lowes delivered a white one to me instead of black. I ended up spray painting mine. I ordered a gloss to paint on which will be here tomorrow so hopefully it will look better! The color looks fine but it's waaaay too matte! And i too was inspired by the Smeg fridges but my budget isn't even close!

@ClaireRisper 2 года назад

I love a pink fridge! 😍

@salobrena6442 2 года назад

Great job!

@amberdaniels25 Год назад

thnx for this video.. especially the handle re-work. I have been playing around with doing this for a while. I think I'm ready now to do it

@AnneWilkynson 3 года назад

Exactly what I needed, I have a great working white fridge but it's really yellowed. I refuse to buy a new one (landfill ect.) painting it is the perfect solution and I'm going to follow you step by step. Thanks for the legwork ☺

@ClaireRisper 3 года назад

Yay! Thanks for watching and good luck with your project!