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A few weeks ago I purchased a Raskog rolling cart from Ikea to hold random knick-knacks that were accumulating in my bedroom. It sat in a corner holding clutches on one level, a storage box on the top, and a few other odds and ends on the bottom shelf. Totally doing its job. It needed something, though! In the spirit of my current color obsessions – I decided it needed a dash of rose gold.
I considered spraying the entire cart but decided on just doing the frame, and I am so happy with how it turned out. This quick DIY changed the whole look of the cart- giving it a makeover that is just the right amount of glam.
Project Materials
- Ikea Raskog Cart. Other options here, here, and here
- Copper Spray Paint.
- Clear Top Coat
Steps
- If you were already using your cart, you’ll first want to disassemble the cart so you can separate your shelves from the frame.
- After removing the baskets, You’ll spray paint the entire frame with copper spray. – I found it was helpful to keep the frame intact while painting so I could reach all of the right places. Let dry.
- Spray another coat of paint. Let dry
- After letting the frame dry for about an hour, spray with a protective top coat.
- Once completely dry, reassemble and you’ve got a new cart!
I can be a little rough with furniture, so I am hoping an extra layer of protection will keep it from getting scratched or scuffed. After letting the frame dry overnight, I reattached the baskets.
Don’ t forget to also paint your hardware – you want your screws, washers, plates, etc. to match as well!
A couple coats of paint transformed this simple cart into a unique piece. I am putting this in my bedroom and could see this being used all over the house down the line. It would be great as a mini bar cart, or bathroom organization piece.
What’s next to spray paint?!
xoxo, jackie
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I love this!! Totally going to have to get some spray paint now!
Is there any problem with paint of the cart after use?
Hi there, is it harder to assemble in terms of fitting post paint?
Thanks
No real difference in reassembling, I just made to be gentle to be sure I didn’t scratch the paint.
I looove it!!!! Does the copper make the rose gold?
Thanks! Yes, that copper spray paint is a bit pink, so it comes out great color.
I have this exact cart in this color and was thinking “bland”. I also love the rose gold fad and came across your makeover – Love it. Guess whose cart is not going to be bland any more?
Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much, I’m glad this inspired you!
Hi, love this! The link shows the clear acrylic paint in flat. Did you use flat or gloss? thank you
Hi! I did use a flat clear because I like the matte look, but a gloss would totally work, too!
It’s so perfect
How did you get more space between top tray and middle one. Or are there different carts.
Hiya! It’s absolutely amazing and since I found rose gold I’ve been spraying everything I possibly could! But only paper materials cause metal ones don’t seem to hold the paint too well.. A quick question how is it working for you now? Did it get scratched, how’s the paint? Is the top coat enough or should I also use a primer??
Hey there! It’s holding up well – though I keep my cart stored in a corner where there isn’t too much traffic. Primer might be a good idea!
I just got one of these carts with this in mind. Should I assemble first or just line up everything and paint pre-assembly?