My client said this wardrobe had been sitting in her grandparent's cabin for the last 30 years. It was definitely time for a makeover! She wanted to freshen it up and give it a little bit of a rustic look for their spare bedroom. We bounced around some ideas and ended up deciding on a soft gray with wood drawer fronts.
I happened to have a little Paris Gray ASCP left, but not enough, so I just mixed it with some latex I had left over (in a very similar color). Yes, you can do that in case you were scared to try! It doesn't distress quite as easily as straight chalk paint, but easier than regular latex.
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Oh, a little paint never ceases to amaze me!!
This piece had very little detail so I like how the wood drawer fronts add a little bit of visual interest.
Love those curves!
Distressing chalk paint is so much fun (well, I think so anyway!) and it has such a natural look.
I love how it's soft and rustic at the same time--not too masculine or feminine.
color = mostly Paris Gray
stain = Dark Walnut Minwax
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Love the color and the fact that the drawers and mirror were left stained. Great job - beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely piece! I go for more pieces like that, the simple and utiliarian. Your finish is perfect for it.
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