Author – Autumn (Janette)
“My mamma didn’t raise no dummy”. That’s right. After months of reading about the fantastic results everyone is achieving when using chalk paint, I had to jump on board. I know a good thing when I see it read about it, and so, I ordered my first quart of chalk paint in the most basic of colors – no color.
We have an Ethan Allen night stand that was showing its age after years of use and a few moves. It is still very solid, is a great size, has perfect storage, and has a history with our family. It is cherry like the headboard it belongs to, but I decided by painting it, then it could be the one piece of painted furniture in the master bedroom.
I don’t like a room full of painted furniture. I like just one painted piece and let it be the exclamation point! for the room. It gets to be the star.
I did all of the necessary painting, sanding,………..
And waxing, and it turned out like this…….
It’s not bad for the first time.
I left the hardware in its original brass finish but plan to paint it with ORB.
I had to paint part of the hardware because it wouldn’t come off, and Mr. Autumn wasn’t here to help me. We’ll remove it, though, when it’s ORB time.
And here is the finished project, doing its job adding bedside storage for me and an exclamation point! in the room.
Take care.
Fantastic job! It looks great. I love chalk paint too. Thanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog:)
Great results with the chalk paint. I still haven’t tried it yet.
Its amazing how good paint can make things and then when you shabby it up a bit gives it personality. Good job for a newbie.
Oh I just love your nightstand! I hope you will add your lovely metamorphosis to my Fall in Love linky party on Wednesday.
Until then, stop by and see the under $20 makeover I gave an ugly brass light fixture.
Happy Monday!
Great job on the nightstand, it turned out really lovely!
I have the same nightstand and other Ethan Allen cherry pieces to go with. I have been reluctant to paint it as I’ve always loved it as is (over 30 years), but maybe it’s time for change! Your nightstand looks great–I’ll have to think a bit more, but maybe I’ll take the plunge too. 🙂
I am totally out of the loop I guess. Pardon my ignorance, but what is chalk paint? I have read posts from Jordan about chalkboard paint (which I had heard of!) but don’t know about chalk paint. Guess I will Google it!!
Okay……I am replying to myself!! Just Googled and even watched a tutorial video on chalk paint. I am truly enlightened now. I get it!! Thanks for educating me on what’s new Janette!! (Once again!)
I can’t believe this is your first time! It looks like you’re a pro! Great job!
PS I have a $50 cash giveaway going on on my blog right now. Come by when you get a chance! 🙂