Follow our step by step instructions for painting and distressing wood furniture for an aged over time look.
Antique and distressed furniture painting.
Applying paint with a paint brush creates peaks and valleys that will be more visible when you apply the stain resulting in a more accurate antique look.
How to give furniture an antique look some people enjoy the challenge of taking an inexpensive piece of unfinished furniture and giving it some of the charm and character of a fine antique.
Sand again once paint has fully dried and before applying stain give the furniture s edges a thorough sanding so areas of wood are showing through to simulate years of wear.
Once you have your wood furniture and paint colors it s time to get started.
Diy project accent furniture painting distressing and antiquing a piece of furntiure is a great way to add unique character to your room.
Distressed regarding furniture doesn t mean worried or upset it refers to the worn often beat up condition of the pieces.
However oil based paints are known for their durability and oftentimes the go to option for wood trim and cabinetry.
We chose latex paint for its ease of use.
Follow these easy steps to paint distress and antique your furniture.
In our grandmothers day if a piece of furniture or a picture frame was distressed it meant it had been around for generations and most of the paint had worn off in areas that had been rubbed by hands or nicked by being moved too many times.