In this instructable, I show you how to make furniture look antique using only paint and stain. This easy technique creates an aged look on any piece of furniture. Supplies Step 1: Choose Paint and Stain Color First, the base color paint should contrast with the stain color. Remember, cont...
It’s the most frequently asked interior design question for me as an interiors blogger famous for BIG LOVE of inspiring white interiors.“How do I choose the BEST white paint…What is the white paint for my walls?”Today, I will offer help to discover that elusive JUST RIGHT WHITE for y...
Learn how to create milk paint at home with two methods. Enjoy an eco-friendly antique finish for walls and furniture using easy, natural ingredients.
Visit Alyson over at The Ragged Wren to see more of her room makeovers, like her daughter’s shabby beach bedroom.. Plus, Alyson is a professional painter and she shares a ton of great painting tips, like how to paint cabinets like a pro, how to paint wood floors, and the ever-so...
Why leave choosing interior paint colors until last? Because it's easier to find wall color combinations that go with your decorating textiles and your furniture, than the other way round.There simply are more colors topainta room, than fabrics to dress a window, or carpets, or decorating ac...
Caution: Be careful about using toothpaste, make sure to choose a regular kind that doesn’t contain any abrasives. Especially when working on items with a fine finish (such as wood furniture) since you don’t want to scratch the surface. ...
up paint to a kitchen stovetop and make a chip less conspicuous, or paint a wood stove or Bar-B-que grill with a high temperature paint, the hard, thick, glossy, super-temperature-resistant, food-safe stuff you see on a kitchen stovetop isn't paint -- it's closer to colored glass....
try taking the same color from the wall and using it on the ceiling. Paint is a great way to achieve a smooth texture that continues from the wall to the ceiling, while wallpaper can help you make a stylish statement. If you want to add extra detail to the...
This is where homeowners have to get creative with decor,paintand what you can do to bring spaces such as your kitchen, dining room or family room together. You can achieve that open concept look without tearing down walls if you are clever enough with the way you place your...
How to Paint Wood Furniture that has Paint, Stain, or Polyurethane on It? I have painted quite a lot of furniture and there are three methods to use.I would suggest reading a few ofmy furniture makeover postsfirst. I recommend one of these 3 furniture painting methods: ...