Hi friends- today is themed furniture makeover day! For March we chose “metallics” as the theme. At the end of this post you can click on the images to see my friends’ projects.
Here’s my contribution.
This piece gave me some grief the last few weeks, that’s for sure! The top was pretty scratched but the worst part was the cigarette smell inside. I’ve tried several things to get the stink out and it’s mostly gone, but I’m still working on getting it completely odor-free. Do you have any tips for me?
Here’s what I did:
- Sanded the top.
- Painted it all with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® in Paris Grey, sanding and repainting certain areas. (I finally used up the rest of my can!)
- Waxed in Annie Sloan clear wax and dark wax for an aged look.
- Added gilder’s paste to the edges and all over the doors (applied with my finger in a circular motion). HERE is the gilder’s paste that I bought on Amazon
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Paris Grey often looks silvery, especially with the shine after it’s been waxed. That plus the fabulous gold paste make this most definitely metallic!
I kept the handles because the torches are awesome.
Here are a few articles that might be useful:
Review and Tips on Using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®
How to Age Furniture with Clear and Dark Wax
How Many Pieces Can I Paint with One Can of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®?
Jen
Christy@Confessions of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says
It turn out pretty, Jen! Luckily we can’t smell it, but a quick coat of shellac with a foam brush (on the inside) should get rid of any residual odors. Love the torch knobs, too. 🙂
Nancy @ artsy chicks rule says
Oh my goodness Jen….this piece is fabulous!! I love what you did with the gold!
Nancy
Shanna Gilbert says
This turned out so pretty Jen! I love the hardware on it!
Susan says
It looks fantastic! As usual you made something drab to beautiful!! Love it!
Donna says
You always do lovely work! Put some charcoal in the cabinet. It will help soak up the cigarette odor! 🙂
Paula@SweetPea says
This looks amazing, Jen! I love the gold combined with Paris Gray. It’s lovely and should give you great storage.
Does charcoal help to get rid of smells? I think I’ve heard that.
Kathy, Petticoat Junktion says
Oh Jen, I love this. I will have to try the paste. Does it come in different colors….like silver! This has been a fun theme. I’m enjoying our monthly projects!! Have a great weekend!
Wendi @ H2OBungalow says
Jen, This is beautiful! Love your creative use for gilders paste and it’s stunning with the Paris Grey!
Jen says
Thank you so much Wendi!
Jen says
Kathy, thank you! I think it comes in many colors. I know there were at least 3 different shades of gold! Search for Baroque Art on Amazon and you’ll find it- it’s reasonably priced, too!
Jen says
Thank you Donna – I may have to give charcoal a try!
Therese @ Fresh Idea Studio says
Ooh! I love the Paris Grey with the your magic touch and that gorgeous gold gilder’s paste! Beautiful job Jen!
Barbara Laurince says
I am amazed by the creativity. Job well done.
Jen says
Thanks so much Barbara!
Linda Rielly says
I used news paper that I made into a basket form to hold charcoal that way the charcoal didn’t mess up the inside of my dresser drawers. It worked took the wet musty smell out of it, Worked like a charm. Apparently they use charcoal to freshen the drawers of seniors in seniors home. A freind and home care worker told me about the chrcoal. Good luck.
Jen says
Thanks for the tip, Linda – I may have to try that!
Elizabeth @ Southern Color says
Love the color combo!! Gold is my fave metallic at the moment and it looks great on this piece! I just received gold wax from Country Chic paint to try – I wonder if it will have similar look? Good job! 🙂
Jen says
Thanks Elizabeth! I love the gold paste I used. I’ll probably use it more subtly next time- but I’m curious about the gold wax too!
Ruthie says
I use plain white vinegar and a soft cloth to rub down the interiors of “smelly” furniture. Some people dilute it half vinegar-half water but I just use it straight.