Are you curious how to take an old outdated piece of furniture and gave it a brand-new look??? Look no further.
This project can be used as a guide for any type of refinish whether it be a dresser, hutch or a desk just like this one in this tutorial.
You’re going to need a few things to accomplish this task:
· Orbital sander (sanding blocks will work you to death but are acceptable)
· Drill or screwdrivers
· Paint/Stain of your choice (check out how I make my chalk paint here)
· Polyurethane (I prefer the water based)
· Wooden piece of furniture
You’re going to need a few things to accomplish this task:
For the top on this desk I chose to remove it. So, by taking that off I really took another step and cut down some 1 x 6 boards and made a fresh wooden top. This is because laminate to me is hard to refinish, hold paint or work with. If you have a completely wooden piece, which I so recommend, sand it down and start from scratch with a fresh smooth surface.
Now, lets talk about the most important step, choosing your paint or paint combination. Go with something you could see yourself using even if you change up your space. Picture it lasting!
For this desk I went with a white chalky finish and a dark Jacobean stain for the top. I love contrast! It really makes a piece pop. For me, this went more with my modern farmhouse look and I love it!
Here’s how I did it!
1. First, sand down your furniture to give it a rough surface for the paint to adhere to. If it is layered with previous paint, start with a coarse sand paper and go with finer once you get to the grain. If its just wood, maybe with a light glossy look, go with a finer sanding paper so it sands without scratching. I go with the grain.
2. Once your done, wipe off all your dust and get to painting. I think two coats is a good idea with most pieces. If you are staining, I always use a rag or sock to rub it in instead of using a paint brush. This gives a better finish. Also, with stain, let it dry 24 hours in between coats.
3. Now its time to seal the paint. I used water-based polyurethane for sealing on the stained top. I believe I did 4 coats. Again, let it dry 24 hours in between. I honestly do think one of the days I put one coat on in the morning and one later that night so let’s say 12 to 24 hours at least. I used chalk paint on this project, so I sealed the white bottom with clear wax. A little goes a long way so use small dabs and take your time spreading it evenly on the whole surface.
4. Its hardware time!! I literally think the hardware makes each piece unique. My son hates when I see cle This hardware was gold, but I painted it a matte black and gave it two to three thin coats for even coverage.
5. Last but not least, attach your hardware and set your new piece up and take a picture!! Share in the comments. I love to see other’s ideas!!!
Thanks for stopping by.
Very helpful!
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