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Hello Julieta Thanks very much for your query. Painting your chairs sounds like an excellent idea - you can get some really lovely results like this. I think the best thing to do if you think it is wood, but it might not be, is to do an undercoat with a good quality, all purpose primer (these can sometimes be in spray cans - if spraying, wear an appropriate face mask). Then you can do a top coat of the colour paint you want. A paint specially designed for metal or wood is usually best (you can usually choose a silk or gloss finish - the gloss is shinier and will take longer to dry). You can also use suitable spray cans if you prefer (check the label to see it's suitable for wood). The advantage of spray cans is that you get an even finish, without brushmarks, and the paint usually dries quicker - but you may need to practice a little if you aren't used to spraying, so you get the nice finish with no runs etc. If you do get runs or imperfections with either paint or spray cans, you should wait until it has dried completely, then sand it down and reapply. Make sure you choose a primer/undercoat that is compatible with the top coat. The easiest way is to look what is advised on the label, and perhaps keep to the same brand of paint, to be sure. Always follow the instructions on the labels. I hope that will be helpful for your project. Good luck with your decorating project - hope you can get it done in time for Christmas! Best wishes Charlotte

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