Magnetic Board From An Old Metal Tray

Recycle and Alter old serving trays

Posted by Melva

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I wanted a magnetic board for my children to use some educational magnets on. I did some brain storming and came up with this idea

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You Will Need (5 things)

  • 1 Paint Brush
  • Paint (in your colour choice)
  • Base Paint
  • 1 Metal Tray
  • Fine Sandpaper

Steps (4 steps, 240 minutes)

  1. 1

    Start by sanding the tray down a little with fine sandpaper to remove any rust or uneven spots. It also gives the paint a slightly rough surface to grip to

    This tray was being used as a planter base in my Mother-inlaw's garden

  2. 2

    Paint the tray with a base coat. I used a Nippon Paint Multi-Purpose 4 in 1 Prep Coat that I had at hand already. This will give the tray a nice clean slate and stop any of the original paint or decal showing through the finished project. I gave mine 3 coats, with drying time in between each one

  3. 3

    After the base coat is dry, paint with your desired colour(s) and then coat with a sealer after it's dry. I used Wattyl Estapol Matt in a spray can that was hiding with the yellow paint

  4. 4

    Attach a picture hook or ribbon to the back of the tray and hang it