How do I get that "antique" look on painted table legs?
2007-03-01 13:05:59 · 5 answers · asked by Lisa L 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Just antiqued my cabinets. Prime and paint first if you are changing the the base color. Then use tea stain glaze (Home Depot or Lowes under $10). Wipe on then use rags to wipe off. Glaze will get into crevices. Real easy!
2007-03-01 14:45:44 · answer #1 · answered by floatnfun 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are several antiquing procedures on the market;i.e., Lowe's, Home depot,woodworkers etc.
If the legs are already painted, the surface needs to be a flat finish. If it is shiny, the top application will not stick. If it is flat, then you can use a wiping stain over the existing paint. Then, when you have your desired color or finish, put a latex base, clear finish; your choice of gloss. Remember that the bases of the stain and paint need to be compatible. Latex will not go over oil, Good luck.
2007-03-01 23:04:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The easiest way is to simply sand through the edges or highlights using 220-grit sandpaper. This will give it a French country look. You can go further, getting some raw umber glaze, and brush some of that on; but shabby chic, if that's what you are going for, is nothing more than sanding through the edges.
2007-03-01 21:14:45 · answer #3 · answered by Peter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can possibly paint a warm cherry stain color.
2007-03-01 21:18:50 · answer #4 · answered by Mila 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call Bob Villa
2007-03-01 21:12:39 · answer #5 · answered by mcat 5 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋