Nov 3, 2024
Renovation Journal

Revitalizing our beloved porch swing

Our home's exterior transformation would only be complete with a bit of TLC for our beloved porch swing. It was time we gave it the makeover it deserved.

Revitalizing our beloved porch swing

A fresh coat of paint can transform a home; ours was no exception. However, as we admired our newly painted house, we couldn't help but notice one glaring inconsistency: our charming front porch swing.

The weathered paint on the swing now stood out in stark contrast to our vibrant new exterior. The old swing seemed to be shouting, "Hey, I need a makeover too!"

A weathered white wooden porch swing hangs from two thick chains on a porch.
A white porch swing rests on a picnic table, with sanding tools nearby.

So, to prepare the swing for its own makeover, we began by power washing it to remove dirt, grime, and any peeling paint. We then sanded the surface to remove any remaining old paint and ensure optimal adhesion for the new coat.

To coordinate the weathered swing with our home's fresh exterior, we used leftover white paint from our home's exterior makeover for the swing. We applied several coats using a paint sprayer to ensure a smooth and even finish. Allowing each coat to dry completely before applying the next.

A rustic wooden porch swing with a distressed brown finish, showing the natural wood grain underneath.
A wooden porch swing sits on two black sawhorses inside a makeshift tent made of white plastic sheeting and a yellow tarp. The swing is ready for painting, with painter's tape visible on the legs of the sawhorses.
A freshly painted white porch swing sits drying on two black sawhorses inside a makeshift tent made of white plastic sheeting and a yellow tarp. The Wagner logo is visible on the top of the tent.
A freshly painted porch swing drying inside a makeshift tent.

The revitalized swing now perfectly complements our home's fresh exterior, adding a touch of classic charm to our Cape Cod-style home. We love this cozy spot on our front porch to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Freshly painted white porch swing sitting on the ground. A man is taking tape off of the hanging chains.
A white porch swing hanging from chains on a porch.