Hi Misspaf, great idea! Really worth the effort. First I'd unscrew any handles, wash the piece and dry it.
Next sand lightly with fine sandpaper , it wont need priming if it was varnished before, then one undercoat and two coats of satinwood/gloss. I'd suggest a small brush for any grooves/recesses and a little mohair roller for the rest.
An undercoat and at least two satinwood/gloss coats will prevent the paint from chipping. Well worth doing if the job is worth doing at all, you'll have a piece of furniture that suits your needs and your taste.
Good luck, valjoyce
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