A few years ago on a trip through the Home Depot. \u00a0I saw about 3 kid’s True Temper\u00a0wheel barrels\u00a0on the side of an aisle in the garden center. \u00a0They were marked $4.99. \u00a0I found this a little strange since they were very well constructed and upon further inspection saw that they were faded in some spots in the interior and that is why I guess they were reduced in price. \u00a0Considering a flimsy plastic one can cost more than $4.99, and these were structurally sound, I picked one up and brought it home. Well, it has been going strong for a few years now but the red has faded more all over now and looks tired. \u00a0It is one of my three-year old’s favorite toys and he likes doing “yard work” with it. \u00a0So I picked up some green Fusion spray paint as well as some green for metal for the bracket stand. \u00a0I had yellow at home for the handles and planned to create a John Deere color pattern.<\/p>\n

The next day I set out getting the unit disassembled, cleaned the plastic body and \u00a0then applied the paint. \u00a0It went on very easy, did not drip and dried very quickly. \u00a0It does say that it dries in 15 minutes and is dry to the touch in an hour. \u00a0I applied a second coat and then finished by using the rest of the can to go over the inside where it would get the most wear. \u00a0I also used the paint on the plastic inside the tire. \u00a0I sprayed the metal parts with a green spray paint for metal and did the handles in yellow. \u00a0I reassembled it a few days later and voila, a new John Deere theme wheel barrel ready for more years of fun and a very happy 3-year-old who thinks Mommy is the best!!! \u00a0Have you used Fusion spray paint? \u00a0If you have, I would love to hear about your experience and see your projects. \u00a0Please share with your comments below.<\/p>\n

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