Restoring Furniture

Understanding and creating what a client wants is one of the most challenging things about a custom painting business. So when clients provide an inspiration photo I’m grateful. I’m a very visual person and most times I can see a piece finished before I’ve even started on it. However what I see and what a client...

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Antique White using Minwax Stain Marker

Bring cozy, rustic charm to your home with farmhouse style wood stains that make every room feel inviting. Our simple guide breaks down the best wood stains, sharing options for a stylish, laid-back makeover. Whether

Tell me about using a tan paint wash – Kristin Lia Restoration

This guide describes the step-by-step process for paint washing a piece of furniture. Get that raw wood look on your peice with no yellow undertones.

If you’re in the market for wood stain I’m sure you have come to realize that there are so many options to choose from. It’s hard to know how each color of stain will show up in your space, which is why I wanted to share a few of my personal favorite stain colors with you to save you the hassle. I recently finished a few big projects in my own home where we used wood stain to revamp our kitchen cabinets.

Are you wondering how weathered oak stain will look on your wood project? Spoiler alert, it will turn out awesome! This is a great stain option if you are looking for a soft neutral tone that easily pairs with any home decor style and paint.

Get a beautiful Pottery Barn Black Paint Finish on unfinished or finished wood with the EASY steps & video for a distressed black paint look. DIY distressed black chalk paint. DIY Knock Off Pottery Barn Black Paint tutorial.

DIY Weathered Wood Gray Finish In 3 Easy Steps

Today I'm sharing How To Create a GREIGE Restoration Hardware Paint Finish using only 2 Paint Colors! | Salvaged Inspirations

Imagine the subtle grays and wood tones of the restoration hardware finish on your wood furniture. It's a great look for the neutral lover in you. #chalkpaint #diy #paintedfurniture #chalkpaintedfurniture #homedecor #furnituremakeover #handpainted #painting

Last post I shared my inspiration pics on giving my black goat cart a freshen-up for Spring. I had a plan to use Chalk Paint as I had a few colors on hand from previous paint projects. There are a few go-to colors that I have used in combo for most all my furniture painting. What is that old saying about plans? Here it is in black, just like I bought it about 10 years ago. It's a reproduction, so there's no problem in painting it. I actually like it in black, but it's pretty limited for...

Both Queen Ann and the 18th Century were quite inspiring but let's be honest, when combined with a cherry finish, what you have is dated. Th...