The nice lady who bought the Soldier Blue Buffet was also looking for a desk which I just happened to have in my inventory. The desk was already painted white with a horrible coat of polyurethane.
I sanded the top and sanded the layer of poly off the whole desk. It's amazing what a difference a stained top can make!
I used my usual homemade chalk paint (1cup paint and 1/4 to 1/2 cup baking soda). I also used my usual Swiss Coffee by Behr. She wanted white but not a bright white....Swiss Coffee fits that description perfectly.
I kept the pulls and sprayed them with oil rubbed bronze. They were sprayed black originally but with a flat boring black.
I also lightly distressed around the edges and sealed with wax. Personally, I am not a fan of polyurethane. Even though the label says it will not yellow (even the water based poly)....IT DOES! Plus it can leaves drips if you aren't careful. I have also used rub-on poly which is easier to use but it can still yellow. Therefore, I am a huge fan of wax.
What kind do you like better: wax or poly?
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I really love this result, the desk looks beautiful. I must try this bicab chalk paint as i've only used the plaster of paris mix before.
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I am a huge fan of the two-tone look & this is no exception. You did a fantastic job! (also, I prefer wax over poly as well).
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ReplyDeleteWhoa! wonderful it looks so stunning piece of furniture. you did a great job I have a dressing table and now I must try this chalk paint. Especially round mirror really looks so chic really I love it.
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Looks great ! I'm going to try that homemade chalk paint recipe .
ReplyDeleteQuestion: did you seal both the stain and paint with the wax? I've never used wax before, but have been toying with the idea. Any advice would be welcome.
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