Today, I'm sharing another "What Would Sarah Do?" with this ornate console table.
I'm not a fan of the multi-colored / dark finish .. it feels dated and is too much with the detail. I'd update it by painting it a bright glossy finish.
First, I'd recommend:
- Sanding with 120 grit sandpaper, wipe off any dust.
- Priming with a durable primer, such as Kilz Bonding or Zinsser Cover Stain.
- Give it a quick sand with 220 grit sandpaper, wipe off any dust.
- Give it a bright, glossy finish with Rustoleum Enamel. I just used this over the weekend, the key to a brush free finish is don't over brush .. only pass over one area a few times and leave it. It will have brush strokes (leave them!), but they will self level, once dry. Apply it thinly on vertical surfaces to avoid drips.
A few things to remember with an oil based paint, it's stinky, so paint outside // paint in a dust free area, it takes 24 hours to dry, so avoid leaves, bugs, etc. if you can // because of the slow dry time, wait 24 hours between coats // use an old brush and throw away or clean with mineral spirits (this part is a pain..)
Using oil based is kinda annoying, but it is a great way to get a SUPER glossy finish! Also, consider using a latex based paint and applying a clear gloss on top.
I'd love to see a bright yellow on this! It's hard to photoshop the finish, but something like this from The Little Green Notebook.
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| via the little green notebook |
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| via Melanie Turner |
Thanks so much to Shubhi for sending in her find!
If you'd like to know what I'd do with a piece, feel free to email a photo to sarahmdorseydesigns{@}gmail.com with the subject line, what would sarah do? I might include it here next week!
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