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French Chair Makeover & White Wash Tutorial

Before I show these chairs, I am letting you know that I am selling them.  Yes, they are cane chairs and they are beautifully Frenchy, but I’ve recently made room for two pairs of French chairs and I just can’t make room for a third.  Now it’s out there and you can hold me to it!  (It’s tough for me.)

 

This pair of chairs have a beautiful shape, but a finish that wasn’t quite right for my taste.

 

I painted the pair in Shutter Gray Milk Paint followed by a wash of Ironstone and one coat of Furniture Wax.  The wash brings out the details of the piece and softens the finish to give it a soft, aged look.

 

 

It’s a subtle finish, but makes a big difference, especially on a piece with lots of detail.

 

Here’s my latest video tutorial to show how simple it is to achieve this look…

 I hope this pair finds a loving home.

 

The winners of a $50 gift certificate from The Vintage Pearl are…

Andrea Schraepfer and Tery Hodges

 

Marian Parsons 

Paint Enthusiast | Writer | Artist | Designer

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I’m Marian, a painter, writer, and lover of all things creative. From art and antiques to home projects and everyday life, I share my journey in hopes of inspiring you to embrace your own creativity and make beauty in the spaces you live.

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