I was looking around on the BHG site last night and found some pictures of rooms done in shades of white and soft, pastel colors. I love how fresh and clean these rooms look. However, if I were to do this look in my home the white would quickly turn into shades of gray!
I have a china cabinet that I am using to store my decorating books and some knick-knacks. Here is a picture of how it looks as of now.
I want to paint it cream and put chicken wire in place of the front glass. My husband would prefer it to be black. I have taken off some fruit and flowers that were decoupaged on the bottom doors and have it sanded and ready for paint. Should I use a primer on it first? I haven't painted furniture before and I really want this to turn out good.
I think I am going to make myself a hot cup of tea and grab "Under the Tuscan Sun" and snuggle down in bed. Goodnight everyone.
Eva
5 comments:
Hey there!
I just read some helpful tips on painting furniture on this blog:
http://southernhospitality-rhoda.blogspot.com
Good luck with your piece....I'm sure it'll look great!
Yes, Rhoda does a great job of painting furniture. She has some great step-by-step posts. Right now, I am into painting furniture black, so her posts are real handy now!
I have painted furniture several times. I get the best results when I use a primer. Also, I use a water based polyurethane for my top coat. Though, it does leave a satin finish. If you would like to use a top coat with a more natural look (and more cottage looking), use bees wax. If you have children, I highly suggest using a top coat. I painted my kitchen cabinets three years ago, and there is not a paint chip in them.
Good luck!
Hi, Eva, I came over from Kim's blog (OWCL) and enjoyed seeing all your things. While I'm not completely cottage style, I do love some cottage elements & have some in my own traditional home. I see my name mentioned already, so just wanted to say hello!
And thanks to the others for the plug!
Rhoda
I bet that china hutch would look very cute that way. I love the pictures you have posted also.
I like light oak and white but my hubby isn't into the white yet. I
keep trying to talk him into it.
Thanks for the tips and comments-I truly do appreciate them.
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