Before I could start painting, I had to clean the umbrella fabric. I unscrewed the top cap, popped the end pieces off, and threw it in the washing machine.
Revamp an Old Patio Umbrella With This DIY Painted Umbrella Makeover
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![patio umbrella makeover, Remove the Umbrella](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230563/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
Most materials used in umbrellas can be machine washed, but if you prefer to clean it by hand you can do that as well. If you do use the washing machine, make sure not to use a fabric softener as it will add a coating to the material.
![patio umbrella makeover, Paint](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230566/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
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First I sprayed the fabric a bit to help the paint go on more smoothly.
![patio umbrella makeover, Add a Stripe](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230572/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
Then I added a short stripe with a chip brush. I love how you can see the bristles on the very end of the stripe.
![patio umbrella makeover, Add More Stripes](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230575/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
I added different colored short stripes to the umbrella. I used four colors, a white, pale yellow, faded pink, and a turquoise that was slightly darker than the color of the umbrella. Make sure to continue spraying the surface with water before you paint to help the paint go on more smoothly.
![patio umbrella makeover, Work in Sections](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230578/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
I worked in sections, curving the edges as I went because the bottom is wider than the top. Once I had finished painting I let it fully dry before reattaching it to the umbrella.
![patio umbrella makeover, Seal](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230581/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
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![patio umbrella makeover, Patio Umbrella Makeover](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230587/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
![patio umbrella makeover, DIY Patio Umbrella Makeover](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/2020/06/24/6230590/patio-umbrella-makeover.jpg?size=720x845&nocrop=1)
This project saved my umbrella from the landfill, and I hope that it will help you too! It’s always fun to breathe new life into old items. How have you revamped things in your house? Let me know in the comments below!