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A few weeks ago, on a really warm February day (90 degrees!), I redid an old dresser just for fun. I didn’t plan on sharing it, but after showing it on instagram, I had some questions about the paints I used.
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So, today I want to show you a super easy quick dresser makeover that cost about $11 because I had so much paint leftover. Probably enough to do another dresser too.
I have tried a few different chalk paints, and was very impressed with Rust-oleum brand.
Super Easy Quick Dresser Makeover for $11
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Supplies:
Rust-oleum Chalked Paint in Linen White (Cost about $17, and I used exactly 1/2 so total was $8.50)
Americana Decor Creme Wax (Cost $10.80 and I used less than 1/8 for drawers so about $1.35)
Brushes (already had them)
Top Coat Spray (Similar Here, A little goes a long way so I barely used any of this bottle so about $1)
Sander (This is the one I use and love)
Total Cost of Supplies Bought and Used: $10.85
Directions:
Step One: I cleaned the surface of the dresser and lightly sanded any paint that was chipping. The reason I love using chalk paint is there is very little prep work.
Step Two: I applied two coats of the linen white to the entire dresser. It was such a warm day, I only had to wait about 15 minutes in between coats.
Step Three: I brushed on some dark wax to the drawers to create a shabby look.
Step Four: I bought a top coat spray at a painting class I took a few years ago and a little goes a long way (I have had the same bottle for years), so I didn’t use much to cover the entire dresser.
Chemist Tips on Chalk Paint
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I didn’t have any colors I wanted, so I decided to just buy some chalk paint. I also wanted to see how Rust-oleum worked compared to others.
What are the benefits to using chalk paint?
I personally like like the matte finish it has on wood. I also like the shabby edge it has, which gives old furniture a nice revival. It also layers well on top of other paints, so it isn’t necessary to sand all the way down. You should only need to do a light sanding on chipping paint. As you can see from the photos, this furniture had a few chipped places on the ends and around the flowers.
Another benefit to chalk paint is the drying time. Since you use thin coats, it dries really fast! I like to get things done as soon as possible, so I prefer using this paint.
I think you will enjoy using it too!
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What a satisfying project! Very nice… and good on the saving money aspect too! 🙂
Thank you! It was very satisfying getting rid of that old, dirty color 🙂
That looks great! I’m sure you will enjoy using it freshened up with the new look.
Thanks Linda! It looks so good in our spare room and makes the space seem more clean and put together 🙂
That dresser is older than you are, so good job on transforming into the new age, lol
Lol it is about time someone redid it…can’t believe I had that in my room when I was little!
I had that exact dresser in my room when I was little too! It looks great! My parents still have it in their guest room at their house.
That’s awesome!! I saw this dresser at an antique store recently too!
Looks great! You are so craftsy! I’ve never worked with chalk paint before. Is it easy cleanup ? I like the “antiquing” with the wax, too.
It is very easy clean up! You just rinse the brushed with water, and it is good! I really love using it 🙂 Thanks Laurie!
That’s awesome chalk paint dries quick – I didn’t know that. You did a great job – thanks for sharing!
-Lauren
It is really easy to work with! I love when things dry fast! Thanks Lauren!
The rustic look of the dresser is gorgeous! You totally transformed it from Gah to Glorious and I’d say only $11 spent is a huge win!
Thanks girl! It is so nice getting to make something look totally different and more modern 🙂
A great job
Thanks Jo-Anne!
It looks SO good! $11?!
I know!! So cheap! Thanks girl!
Wow, what a great makeover! I need to paint a little night stand, but every time I have time, the weather gets yucky again! Thanks for sharing this at #HomeMattersParty
I plan on doing more this spring! It’s nice to have good weather for projects 🙂 thank you!!
Very nice!..I’ve begun to use wipe on poly for that finished topcoat…easy and looks great!
It is such a nice look!