It was a "Paint Therapy Day" where I
needed a bit of creative fun to clear my head.
And what better than this picture-perfect
sad little roadside rescue bench
(that I'd spotted earlier at a garage sale for $10)
needed a bit of creative fun to clear my head.
And what better than this picture-perfect
sad little roadside rescue bench
(that I'd spotted earlier at a garage sale for $10)
BEFORE
The fabric top was still in good shape, it just needed a scrub up.
I used vinegar with clove oil to combat any mildew.
The underside had a quick coat to tidy it up in
Old World Clay & Chalk Paint in the
oh-so-pretty shade of Ocean Pearl,
a soft grey-white with a hint of lavender.
I used vinegar with clove oil to combat any mildew.
The underside had a quick coat to tidy it up in
Old World Clay & Chalk Paint in the
oh-so-pretty shade of Ocean Pearl,
a soft grey-white with a hint of lavender.
Freshening the underside of the bench with a coat of Old World Paint
I thought I wanted French Blue on the legs
but once the top was painted I changed my mind.
But look at that one-coat coverage!
Wow!
And this was intentionally leaving some
of the original finish showing.
but once the top was painted I changed my mind.
But look at that one-coat coverage!
Wow!
And this was intentionally leaving some
of the original finish showing.
First coat in Old World Paint's French Blue
Painting the fabric on top was fun.
The bench will be used in the shed, so perfection not required.
I poured the paint onto the top and brushed away!
The bench will be used in the shed, so perfection not required.
I poured the paint onto the top and brushed away!
Painting fabric with Old World Paint can be so rewarding!
I used various stencils from the studio
to create a pattern including French Clock (which is on sale)
and our versatile Alphabet Stencils which
are perfect for sign-making and stencilling pillows, etc..
to create a pattern including French Clock (which is on sale)
and our versatile Alphabet Stencils which
are perfect for sign-making and stencilling pillows, etc..
French Clock stencil and our versatile Alphabet Stencils online and in the shop
Our quality stencil brushes and
Old World Paint in Ocean Pearl was used for the stencils.
Once dried, a quick coat of
Old World Paint Aqua Sealer was applied to the fabric
to create a super-tough surface.
Old World Paint in Ocean Pearl was used for the stencils.
Once dried, a quick coat of
Old World Paint Aqua Sealer was applied to the fabric
to create a super-tough surface.
Old World Paint Aqua Sealer
A resist was created with
Old World Paint Polishing Wax
and a coat of Old World Paint's gorgeous grey called Locket
to create the final two-tone effect
before sealing the legs with Aqua Sealer.
Old World Paint Polishing Wax
and a coat of Old World Paint's gorgeous grey called Locket
to create the final two-tone effect
before sealing the legs with Aqua Sealer.
One of the best things about working with
Australian-made Old World Clay & Chalk Paint
is the super short drying/wait times,
this bench was finished in about 30 minutes!
Australian-made Old World Clay & Chalk Paint
is the super short drying/wait times,
this bench was finished in about 30 minutes!
It's all here...for the love...
Sada
Sada
What We Used:
Old World Paint Polishing Wax
A$29.95
High-quality, all natural clear furniture wax for a beautiful and durable matte seal over most natural paints including Old World Clay & Chalk Paint, Milk Paint and most other furniture paints.
Designed to nourish and protect Old World Paint's smooth chalky surface, penetrating and sealing at a substrate level. Two coats recommended. Odour-free and silky smooth to the touch. No nasties!
Works beautifully to nourish and seal raw and neglected timbers. 400ml
You may also be interested in:
Old World Clay & Chalk Paint
Wax Brushes
Liquid Wax Finish
Designed to nourish and protect Old World Paint's smooth chalky surface, penetrating and sealing at a substrate level. Two coats recommended. Odour-free and silky smooth to the touch. No nasties!
Works beautifully to nourish and seal raw and neglected timbers. 400ml
You may also be interested in:
Old World Clay & Chalk Paint
Wax Brushes
Liquid Wax Finish
Old World Paint Aqua Sealer
A$49.95
Old World Aqua Sealer is a hard-wearing, water-resistant clear topcoat for high traffic surfaces including furniture, floors, table tops and cabinetry. Fast-drying, non-yellowing formula with a smooth satin finish.
Dilute with water up to 30 percent. Apply with good quality paint brush or use water-wet cloth application for fewer brush strokes. Soap and water clean up. Suitable for outdoor use with proper care.
500ml. Test to ensure suitability.
You may also be interested in:
• Fusion Tough Coat Sealer
• Liquid Wax Finish
• Brushes
Dilute with water up to 30 percent. Apply with good quality paint brush or use water-wet cloth application for fewer brush strokes. Soap and water clean up. Suitable for outdoor use with proper care.
500ml. Test to ensure suitability.
You may also be interested in:
• Fusion Tough Coat Sealer
• Liquid Wax Finish
• Brushes
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