Chalk Paint Antique Cabinet Makeover

Chalk Paint Antique Cabinet Makeover Save

Posted by Kristina B.

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Can you believe all that this cabinet cost me was $5 and some new knobs? Yeah, me either! I was so stoked to see this lady at the last auction I went to (you know me, I’m the auction junkie) and couldn’t believe that not a single person wanted her. I was fine with it since I got her so cheap, but come on, the potential!

urns out that this used to be a sewing cabinet. When I opened the drawer I found a thread bobbin rack in it, but ripped it out so I could use this as my nightstand. The top also had these odd divits in them, any clue what this part was for?

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You Will Need (3 things)

  • Chalk Paint
  • Clear Wax
  • Decorative Knobs

Steps (3 steps, 120 minutes)

  1. 1

    First things first, clean off the cabinet and LIGHTLY sand off any stuck on gunk and debris.

  2. 2

    Tape off any areas you don't want to paint- to be sure you have a solid seal on the tape, run a credit card (or thick cardstock) along the tape edge to smooth it out

  3. 3

    Paint the desired areas with your chalk paint, letting dry between layers.

    Then, rub on the clear wax until the desired amount/sheen is on the cabinet.

    Let sit for 24 hours to cure- then move her inside to enjoy after adding decorative knobs!