Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Table Makeover


Beginner Painter Here

I have found that I really enjoy refinishing furniture, but I am new at this and learning as I go, so it takes me awhile.  Thank goodness for all the helpful blogs full of information out there. 
This is a table & chairs that I just finished for someone.


 It was actually in pretty good shape before redoing it. But she wanted it to match her kitchen.
I was nervous as I had never done a custom piece for anyone, I usually just finish them as I like them and then pop them up for sale.  I will be delivering it Thursday & I hope she likes it....



For this piece I just used some Lowe's paint that I had on hand & added the plaster of paris to give it the chalk look.   I had ordered some La Craie chalk paint but it had not arrived by the time I started.

I distressed the table and then I finished it off with La Craie Dark Wax, (by time I finished painting the table my order arrived) which I am just in love with. The wax is so user friendly, which is great because I was a little hesitant since I really didn't know what I was doing.  I did take a piece of wood and practice a bit before putting it on the table. Which I recommend for any beginners

So there you have it.  If I can makeover a table, anyone can do it ;)


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Thanks for stopping by ~ Nicole