i forgot to snap that ever so important before picture of this project...mostly because when i got it to the shop, it was in a few different pieces!
you may recognize it as something similar to grandma's old dinning room sideboard! the base was beyond repair so i cut it off entirely. liz thought it was the perfect sized bench. it took some convincing, but i agreed in the end and couldn't be more pleased (thanks partner!). a perfect place for all those shoes and such in your mudroom.
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the crackle finish came out so cute on this piece. you never know what will happen when you do this finish and this time i think it's the best attempt yet.
5 comments:
Can you give your secrets on how you do the crackle finish?
What colors did you use for base coat and top coat to achieve that copper look?
hi burke -
for this articular finish, the bench was painted turquoise without sanding the original finish. hen the paint is dry to the touch, but not cured apply a satin polyurethane. the reaction of the original finish and the new finishes causes the crackling and creates a yellowish finish. it is not always as consistent as this, but generally this happens.
what type of turqouise paint was used? I previously painted my oak table (without sanding) with chalk paint. then applied medium brown wax. can I still make this crackle by repainting again ? and applying satin poly?
Hi Suetuna! Gosh this project happened a long time ago! I used to share the store with my friend Justin and he's the one who reimagined & painted this fun piece. He has since moved on and opened his own store & I don't think he sees these messages anymore. His store website (with contact info) can be found here =https://www.assemblenorthampton.com
Have fun & happy creating!
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