So I took it home for a quick cosmetic update which started with a (very) light sanding, followed by a dry brushing of Krylon's Classic Gray mixed with a little Ivory. The Classic Gray was a little darker than I wanted.
Next, I rubbed on a very light coat of Minwax wood stain in Dark Walnut
When that was completely dry (I waited 2 days), I rubbed on a coat of Briwax liming wax. This product adds a white wash over everything.
While all of that was happening, the brass hardware was sitting in a bowl of white vinegar. After drying it, I rubbed with some extra-fine steel wool.
And yesterday I brought it back to the shopping looking like this
This area is poorly lit for photographs - here are some closer images (please excuse the dangling cords!)
And do you remember this mid-century bench?
It found a home in Mandi Smith's bathroom.
Go Interior Design Musings to see her bathroom makeover! Thanks, Mandi!
Happy weekend!!!
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31 comments:
Wow- that looks amazing! Great job! It is amazing what a little paint can do! :) I'm off to check out the blog you mentioned.
Gorgeous - love the before and after!!
Looks great. I really want to find something to use the liming wax on!
I looks SO Good!!! I've been wanting to tackle a project like this. I have a coffee table base I want to paint and then stain.... it just feels daunting.
Thanks for inspiring :)
Naomi
Kim, it looks great! Loving the liming wax idea. It really brings out the shape of the vanity.
Happy weekend!
Amazing! I'm sure it will sell in a heartbeat. Thanks for the inspiration! abby
I'm always amazed by how painting something can drastically change the look- so gorgeous and I already saw the bench over at IDM- looks fabulous!
LOVE the vanity re-do! It looks gorgeous!!
What a beautiful transformation. I wish I could just soak in vinegar for a few days and come out that nice :)
Can't imagine it will be with you for much longer now, great job!
Love The Transformation Kim! I never would have thought to add the stain over and then liming wax...I'm just not cool like that. Thanks for the inspiration....this might be just what my bedroom dresser needs!
Great job! I need to try that wax.
I believe in the power pf paint!!
That came out perfect! I'm sure it won't be there for long.
Danika
Oh yes boy do I agree...paint truly has the power to transform something ho hum into a work of art! Great redo!!
Kim,
This is one DIY that I will file. Great idea, and it is beautiful.
Teresa
xoxo
Wow what a great transformation! It looks so pretty. I bet it will sell so quickly now!
Love how that came out..wow impressed and you picked the perfect color, that gray blue that I ADORE! So pretty!! Amazing indeed what paint can do!
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Happy weekend!
Looks great! I love painting furniture.
Kim that is an amazing transformation!! I bet it sells soon. Of course I would want to keep it!!
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Karena
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I've been blog hopping this evening and seeing some great paint projects-I'm feeling like such a slacker for not having any projects complete myself. Nice job on both of your projects.
The vanity is stunning. I have been toying with the idea of the stain over paint and I think you just convinced me. Very nice indeed!
I can't stop looking at, and admiring, your dresser. What a fantastic paint finish. The lamps look right at home there now!
Angex
That is the vanity table I grew up with! I gave the whole set (highboy chest, nightstand and vanity) to my daughter. I'm forwarding this on to her to see. Great transformation! Love it, with a hint of nostalgia!
You are so right. the power of paint is awesome. Great job. I love the end result.
Kim,
You are so right, paint changes everything! Love the color and really like the way the kobs turned out! It did quite the transformation on that vanity! Also, I have given you the stylish blogger award so come over and grab the button!
Rebecca
Oh, what a wonderful make-over. It looks so much more interesting. You are so clever.
Thanks for entering my painting giveaway at Art by Karena! Good luck.
simply gorgeous...love before and afters...and your piece came out beautifully...
maureen
This is a really great makeover Kim! I drove through Chattanooga today on my way back from ATL and I thought of you!
So cute! Definitely want to try Briwax sometime.
That little bench is adorable and I LOVE your makeover on that vanity! That should sell quickly now!
why did i not know that you had a shop? love what you did with the vanity, nice work!
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