Our Stain & Finishing Oil All in One does just as it says! It adds colour, and adds a sealing oil at the same time!
Here we go... Part one of our floor finishing series. Buckle up! It's going to be a messy ride. Ok, so I thought about doing everything in one big post, but I think breaking it down will be a little better. As many of you know we put 8 inch pine plank boards throughout a majority of the lower level of our farmhouse that I blogged about . Now is the hard part... we need to decide how we are going to finish them. Paint, wax, stain, a mixture of both, oil, and the list goes on. You guys it's
ARE YOU THINKING OF A LIGHT WASHED OUT LOOK - NOT AN OPAQUE WHITE - SOMETHING SOFTER AND AGED 'LIME WASH' TECHNIQUE IS THE ANSWER. Limed wood furniture is increasingly popular and is being seen in many recent publications. Also known as the whitewashed finish, it originated in Europe in the 1500s to protect the wood pieces from worm. Slaked lime was applied to the wood which, inadvertently, also gave it the decorative finish that became in vogue. Luckily for us, we have less caustic ways of whitewashing. It is best to begin with a wood that has a more open grain, such as oak or ash. Other woods may be used, but they will whitewash differently, with the liming material collecting in the moldings rather than the grain. One method involves applying a good furniture wax mixed with pigment Following is a basic method for creating a white washed (simulated Lime wash) effect. There are 2 methods described, each providing similar results. Using diluted off white (LIKE OYSTER) paint - white paint is too stark - it needs to be a softer tone. Using a ready made wood stain. Starting your project This effect works best over unfinished, unpainted furniture. The natural wood soaks up the paint or stain resulting in some of the underlying wood grain showing through. Depending on how thick your 'Lime Wash' simulated paint solution is will determine the final effect. A thick and rather opaque paint solution will appear more true to the Lime Wash appearance. A thinner, more fluid solution will result in a white washed or pickled appearance. Applying diluted white paint. Mix a solution of a slightly off white (like Benjamin Moore Antique White) latex paint, flat sheen with water. The flat paint will dry with a bit of a chalky look, simulating the true appearance of Lime wash. The consistence should be like thick cream. You may need to experiment to determine the level of opacity you want. More water will create a thinner, paler appearance, while less water will create a whiter, more opaque look. Once the white wash effect is completed you should apply 2 coats latex, water based varnish in a Satin sheen. Water based products are very durable and don't yellow. If you use an oil based varnish over a white base then expect it to yellow over time. Tips and precautions Things to note when working on wood surfaces; depending on the type of wood, i.e., oak, pine, etc., white paint sometimes pulls the resin up out of the wood and stains the white slightly pink. Be aware of this. If this happens, you may need to first apply a water based sealer, then lightly sand the surface with 220 grit sand paper (in the direction of the wood grain), then apply your paint followed by 2 coats varnish. Applying a wood stain. You can also stain the wood white, instead of painting the surface. This gives a 'pickled' or 'bleached' effect and allows all the wood grain to show thru. You can get commercially available white stains (Minwax for example) that work well. Try and stay away from the 2 in 1 stain/sealer combos. Apply as above, finishing off with 2 - 3 coated water based varnish. Always apply paint or stain in the direction of the grain, using a good brush, roller and/or rags. As you can see - it lends itself nicely to the French antique style.
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I think the MOST frequently asked question I get since laying our pine floors has been... WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO TO YOUR FLOORS? You can see the flooring we put in Guys it keeps me up at night. Do we paint? Do we stain? Do we do a combo of both? What color paint? What color stain? Gahhh. I blogged here some paint color options . & today I wanted to quick pop in with the only stain color that I have liked since starting the stain sampling process... Ok, don't mind my lack of pedicure, but here is
How to Refinish Wood Furniture Without Stripping Learn how easy it is to refinish wood furniture without stripping off the old finish. This easy furniture refinishing DIY tutorial is perfect for beginners! Refinishing furniture is so much easier than you think if you know the right products and process! In this beginner tutorial, I’ll show
Hello my friends. Hope your November is as lovely there as it is here. I have been spending much of it indoors. Often taking advantage of rainy outdoor…
Stain can easily change color depending on the wood you're using. We tested 10 different stains, light to dark, on 4 different pieces of wood to show you.
How to stain wood for a beautiful finish. Get easy tips on how to apply wood stain & how to apply polyurethane to wood to protect the finish!
I did these virtual hardwood floor stains yesterday and it was the perfect way to decompress. Five stains were chosen to experiment with.
VIDEO: Joshua Farnsworth shows how to make historical milk paint using a gallon of milk and a few other common and inexpensive ingredients!
Our Stain & Finishing Oil All in One does just as it says! It adds colour, and adds a sealing oil at the same time!
How to mix & coordinate different wood stains. Match wood floors, cabinets, trims, furniture like a PRO: oak, cherry, maple, espresso, & pine.
Can you paint over Polyurethane? Yes! Let me show you a few tips for success and how to successfully paint over it.
This steel wool and vinegar stain is easy to make, easy to apply, and instantly gives wood a deep, rich color. Make some now with this goof-proof recipe!
Sometimes I feel like stain and paint are just crazy overpriced at the hardware store. Not that they are all that expensive, but when you are working on a big p…
Here's how to remove wood stain so you can refinish your old wooden furniture. Step 1. Protect your area Step 3. Cover with Plastic Wrap Step 5...
Have wood beams in your home that have been painted and you want to make them look like wood again? No need to sand or use a stripper, gel stain works wonders, and it does so quickly and easily! You'll bring back your home's rustic glory in no time!
Introducing our newest Fusion product Extender. Follow this simple tutorial to ensure a brush stroke free look on your next Fusion project!
KC's Drab to Fab Home Decor says, "We completed this beautiful piano transformation, and we love it!!!! Used General Finishes Java Gel Stain with General Finishes topcoat. Added glass crystal pulls, and an ornate wood accent in a faux finish. Also refinished the piano foot petals in a gold and trimmed the bench and some of the piano in gold. Did we say we loved this yet?"
Using Stain & Finishing Oil over Fusion Minearl Paint will give you a wonderful finish on painted furniture pieces! Watch the full tutorial!
If you are looking to save money and avoid chemicals, learn how you can be making wood stain from coffee and chocolate.
A rag and a bit of primer can give plain wood the whitewashed look of driftwood
Welcome back to paint 101, this time we’re talking all about paint finishes, and when you should use them. Choosing the right type of paint can be confusing, particularly when you’re at the hardware store confronted with aisles full of different sheens. We get lots of questions about when you should use various paint types, […] Read More
I picked up a new, inexpensive crate on sale at Michael’s for only $3.99. I wanted it to look old, so I surfed around on the internet for a good, non-toxic way to stain it. I’ve heard of staining w…
Stain can easily change color depending on the wood you're using. We tested 10 different stains, light to dark, on 4 different pieces of wood to show you.
Here's a simple recipe for making clay paint (or clay alis) from local ingredients. This paint can be used on a variety of surfaces, including drywall.
One of the reasons I love milk paint is because it can chip and flake in a way that makes a freshly painted finish look authentically old. This chipping can be a bit random, though. I’ve tested out a lot of different products and techniques to consistently force chipping to happen and, while I’ve achieved some […]
Furniture makeovers are all over social media! Have you hopped on the band wagon? If you follow me on Instagram and Snapchat , you've seen ...
Our Stain & Finishing Oil All in One does just as it says! It adds colour, and adds a sealing oil at the same time!
I think many people struggle with choosing a stain color for hardwood floors. The most common material is red or white oak. If you go with a natural stain over time it seems to turn an undesirable yellow/orange color. Since cleaning out the bedroom was halted by a 3 hour delay while I looked over a few old Cottage Living magazines.....I went into my office to file a few things and found this page from Domino magazine. And that delayed the "great purge" of the bedroom until I can motivate myself again....possibly sometimes in 2014. Now I realize you would have to have the eyesight of a buzzard to read this.... So I took a picture of it with my trusty iPhone. I was looking at the white ones and realized I did not follow these rules at all when I did my floors in white. #rebel For my bedroom I used 50% white latex paint [BM China White] and 50% water painted on and then wiped off. Here is what I started with....white oak and I think they are 4 1/2 inch width. Here is the outcome after a few coats of matte poly applied. I love them and they still look good 5 years later. For the rest of my house I used 50% water and 50% paint [same color] but no wiping off. This is a picture of the floors BEFORE sanding and painting. They are the original floors installed in 1946 when the house was built. They were pretty darn orange. You can see the new floors ready to be installed in the area where we had a leak. Here they are after a few coats of poly. To say I love them is an understatement. And after 3 years they have held up really well! Why am I telling you this....well there are a few new Minwax stains out that I also love. Classic gray and Weathered Oak are 2 of them. Instead of that red/orange undertone they have a more "ash" look to it which I love. My "go to" stain color used to be 1/2 dark walnut and 1/2 jacobean. Here is [left to right] Red Mahogany Pecan, Classic gray on bead board. Now I could research a million images on pinterest but "ain't nobody got time for that"....so get to searching. I did pin a bunch of stain colors on my DIY board.... Have a smoking good weekend..... Do you like the new look of my blog? If you do you can thank Shari from Little Blue Deer. She is the bomb and so dang easy to work with. Does it all website....wordpress...blogger. You might need a little fresh up? Shafiredupforholidayweekend
AHAH Contributor, Heidi, is showing you how to achieve a beautiful, chippy, old world finish today. She calls this piece, Celine. Shop this blog post by clicking on the bolded products! Step 1 - Clean: Clean with Clean Slate and sand out any imperfections where stain will be applied. Step 2 - Stain: Apply English Walnut Gel Stain with a natural bristle brush to top. Step 3 – Add Texture: Apply two coats of Cracked Gesso with a natural bristle chip brush. Be sure to allow each coat to dry before applying the next. Lightly sand with 400 grit sandpaper so it's smooth and not jagged or rough to the touch. Step 4 - Paint: Layer one coat of milk paint in the following order – Marche Grey, then Noir. Step 5 – Antique: Remove some layers of milk paint by using a sea wool sponge and Zinc Antiquing Solution. Dab and pull the sponge to get a varied look. I also use a metal straight edge like a flat head screwdriver or scraper to scrape off random parts of the paint and gesso where its think to achieve a chippy look. Lightly sand with 400 grit sandpaper to make the entire piece smooth to the touch. Step 6 – Gild: I used a very fine artist brush to randomly apply Gilding Size to the edges and highpoints on the carving. After coming to tact (about 15 min), I applied Gold Leaf and buffed it with steel wool to dull the shine after brushing off the excess with a stiff bristle brush. Don’t overdo it, just here and there will make it look authentic. Step 7 – Add Dimension: I added a touch of Atelier One Step Paint to some Antiquing Glaze and applied it to the top over the stain. This gave it a subtle striated look. Step 8 - Wax: I used Dark Wax on the corners and edged to give it a little age. Let dry 30 minutes. Apply Light Wax or Mind Your Own Beeswax. Final Step - ENJOY THE BRAGGING RIGHTS!
One of the most frequently asked questions that comes my way is most definitely “what’s the best white paint colour?” And I mean, I totally get it. White paint may very well be the hardest of the bunch to choose from – with so many options, each varying wildly from paint swatch to application, selecting the […]
I was given a beautiful solid wood side-board from my mom when she sold her house. I loved everything about it, everything except the big water stain in the top…
Searching how to sand table legs and get a beautiful finish? This guide covers the steps for refinishing wood furniture legs effectively.
Looking for grey wood stain for your next DIY project? We tried out 10 popular gray stain colors so you don't have to!
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Hey Peeps! So here at Suite Pieces we try to take all the guess work out of DIY-ing. We want to make your creative process as effortless and easy as possible, even when customizing your colors! A great way to customize any Chalk Paint® color is by adding Pure White or Old White. This way you can control the shade of th
I'm all about applying a tea stain to my wood DIY furniture. I'll show you how to make a tea stain and the three advantages of tea staining wood.
