Do this project outside or in a well-ventilated area.

1. Dismantle fire bowl and lay out the pieces onto a drop cloth.

2. Using a sanding pad, sand off the rusted areas to get a smooth surface (as best as you can). Depending on how rusty the item is, you may not get it smooth; the important part is to remove anything flaky.

3. Wipe off dust and give the whole thing a good cleaning with a garden hose. Let dry.

4. Once dry, shake spray paint and apply in light even coats covering the entire surface. When one side is dry (about 1 hour), flip over and apply spray paint to the other side. You may need to apply a second coat.

5. Let dry and assemble pieces. Wait a few days for paint to fully cure before using.

Enjoy a warm cozy fire as the evenings get cooler and have a S’mores party!

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Barbara Marek Matson, who blogs at Markova Design, is a kindergarten teacher by day and design aficionado by night. She is slowly making over her rental home with thrifted finds, using paint and fabric to work her magic.