**In no way am I affiliated with or being paid to promote any of the products listed below. These are products I have personally used and have had positive experience with.
I tried really hard to think of what necessary items are needed without all the extra, Also keeping in mind cost (they range from $5-$25). I can tell you that after selling my first piece, I made enough to cover all the supplies I had purchased. And the nice thing is that almost every item listed here is able to be used on multiple/many items. Leave me a comment and feel free to post to the Facebook page any feedback, experience, products you LOVE, etc. xoxo, Tina Last, Let's Start with Prep: Reusable hand sanding tool with Refill Sanding Sheets Please spend the $10 and buy this. I was buying sand paper sheets, sanding blocks, etc. None of them come close to this! The hand tool is superior ergonomically and the sanding sheets are wonderful! I actually prefer using this tool over a power sander. You can buy additional packs of the sanding paper. This was a HUGE game changer for me! https://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-2-625-in-x-4-75-in-x-2-in-Reusable-Hand-Sanding-Tool-with-2-Each-80-120-220-Grit-Refill-Sanding-Sheets-RHST-KIT-PGP/303197113 Klean-Strip GIDDS-881056 Jasco TSP No Rinse Substitute Cleaner Quart This stuff is a must for a good cleaning of old, dirt and grime filled furniture. Here is the spiel "For the fastest cleaning and surface preparation, use this no-rinse one-step formula to prepare your surfaces for repainting or refinishing. It is recommended to bond old enamel, oil-based or latex paint, varnish, or lacquer finishes to new coatings, or before wallpapering. It removes grease, grime, mildew stains, food stains, crayon, dirt, smoke, old wallpaper paste and wax from painted or unpainted wood, metal, or vinyl wallpaper." https://www.amazon.com/Klean-Strip-GIDDS-881056-Jasco-Substitute-Cleaner/dp/B000BZWW28/ref=sr_1_2?crid=ZXF70TJBA305&keywords=tsp+substitute+cleaner&qid=1556402756&s=gateway&sprefix=tsp+su%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-2 Then the paint: LD Carlson Calcium Carbonate, 1 pound Capacity ok, here's the deal.... if you are someone who has not yet made the leap of faith to spend some good money ($30+) on a pint/quart of brand name chalk style paint, this is your ticket! please do yourself a favor and buy calcium carbonate over plaster of paris. it is finer and will give you longer shelf life (less clumping at the bottom). wear a mask whenever working with fine powder, sanding, etc. you can get a 1 lb bag for $5-$10 and i store the powder in a mason jar once opened. the recipe i use is: mix 2 tbsp calcium carbonate (cc) with 1 tbsp water. stir until no clumps. add 1 cup latex paint (any sheen but matte or flat is best) and stir very well. i use smaller size coffee canisters. even better is when you can buy a sample size (usually already in a 1 cup/8 oz size) and you can mix the cc/water mix right in! now, i will say this- if you are able to drop $20 on a quart of chalk style paint, i still recommend going with behr decorative chalk paint. you will get great coverage out of that quart (multiple pieces) and you will not have the mess and loss from mixing the paint. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064GZPPO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00? Next, the Brushes: Brossum Large 2-in-1 Round Chalk & Wax Brush for Painting Furniture inverst in a decent brush. yes, these are not perfect and you will occasionally need to pick out a random bristle from your wet paint. until you are confident enough to spend the $27+ for a high quality brush (I now have 2 Cling On brushes and love them) make sure you have a nice sized bristle brush for waxing. this specific brush comes in at about $15 and you can use for waxing and painting. i have this brush and will continue to use for waxing. https://www.amazon.com/Furniture-Professional-Quality-Natural-Bristles/dp/B0195ZU730/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=Brossum+2-in-1+Round+Chalk+Paint+and+Wax+Brush+for+Furniture%2C+Natural+Bristles&qid=1555795124&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Wooster Brush Q3211-2 Shortcut Angle Sash Paintbrush love these brushes!!!! you can find them right by the paint section at home depot. i have had no issues with loose bristles, love the comfort of the short handle, no irritation or blisters from the rubber vs wood handles on other brushes, and.....they fit nicely in a sandwich baggie! (fyi- instead of cleaning your brush after every use, you can store in the fridge for same-color painting. don't worry, i didn't realize it at first, either.) These brushes are around $7 each and are totally worth it! https://www.amazon.com/Wooster-Brush-Q3211-2-Shortcut-Paintbrush/dp/B00YSRG3K2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FE4XNBL64XES&keywords=short+handle+angle+paint+brush&qid=1555795228&s=gateway&sprefix=short+handle+angled+paint+%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-1 KINGART 2" Foam Brush Value Pack - Set Of 20 foam brushes are a must-have for applying stain and top coats. i like to have a variety of sizes available. you will also use these when wanting to apply small amount of paint to highlight details. you can also buy the round foam brushes which are prefect for stenciling. i love to pick these up at ross and other local stores. https://www.amazon.com/KINGART-Foam-Brush-Value-Pack/dp/B07FN6RL49/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=KINGART+1%22+Foam+Brush+Value+Pack+-+Set+Of+25&qid=1555795864&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr0 https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Round-Sponge-Paint-Brush/dp/B073WX34MM/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1292R79TI8SIK&keywords=foam+brush+for+stencils&qid=1555797334&s=gateway&sprefix=foam+brush+for+ste%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-5 Linzer A 1506 Chip Brush Multi-Pack Chip brushed are great to have access to because you will want to use these for applying stain, wax, glaze, etc. I try to keep on the look out for these in a pack at discount stores and the can last a while. You do not want to rely on these for your regular painting. https://www.amazon.com/Linzer-1506-Chip-Brush-6Piece/dp/B00GP59WOY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=chip+brush&qid=1555270786&s=gateway&sr=8-3 Moving on to Hardware: Bar Keepers Friend Powdered Cleanser & Polish 12-Ounces (2-Pack) Trust me on this one. When you come across a piece of furniture that has all the hardware, that is a plus, especially when you love the look! One of the biggest concepts you will hear me talk about is "prepping a piece" to be painted. This includes the hardware! Vintage pieces, and really any piece of furnitfuure that has been sitting around for a few years, will accumulate lots of dust and gunk. Bar Keeper's Friend is a way to really get through all that so that you can A) leave as-is, B) paint over, C) wax. You aren't doing anyone any favors by painting right over the dirt. This is your ticket to a nice, clean surface. the stuff is amazing for cleaning, in-general. right under $10 for a 2-pack. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JPO0KJ8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Then the Extras: Rub-N-Buff 3 Color Assortment (Silver Leaf, Antique Gold, Gold Leaf) this stuff is amazing! you can buy a single for about $7 or the triple pack (antique gold, silver leaf, gold leaf) for about $13. i use this to cover my hardware (after being cleaned with bar keeper's friend), to highlight detailed areas, to blend away edging from a transer, for stenciling, etc. this will help you take a pretty but plain piece to the next level! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NBVRKZF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 4 of Vestil LEG-D Specialty Leg Dolly, 200 lbs Capacity, 5-3/4" Length x 6-3/8" Width. When you can, drop the $24 or so and get a 4-piece set of these. they will make your life SO much easier. i have heard of some people claiming that furniture legs can easily come off the roller but that is the purpose of the hole in the center- you can screw the roller right onto the bottom of the foot/leg. i have one set and plan to get more. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0052PNBW2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Groom Industries Flairosol Solvent Free Aerosol Type Sprayer, Black get one ASAP! when working with chalk paint you will often find yourself needing to incorporate small spritz of water. these misters are amazing and put out the perfect amount. no more annoying spray bottles with too much water in one area. you will use this when blending, needing to give your paint a little more work time, for wet-distressing, when making corrections and needing to wipe away paint because the stencil didn't come out perfect...again. i use mine ALL the time and need to get another one, just in case. around $8 and TOTALLY worth it! https://www.amazon.com/Groom-Industries-Flairosol-Solvent-Aerosol/dp/B00R24ZZPM/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=Groom+Industries+Flairosol+Solvent+Free+Aerosol+Type+Sprayer%2C+Black&qid=1555795534&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull ScotchBlue Original Multi-Surface Painter’s Tape, .70 inch x 60 yard, 2090, 1 Roll You will use tape more than you think, even just in small amounts. Whether it's to tape off a mirror, to hold a stencil in place or to arrange molds to determine prefect placement, it is ALWAYS wise to have some quality tape on hand. I also have Dollar Tree painter's tape available for those not-so-important instances. https://www.amazon.com/ScotchBlue-Painters-Multi-Use-1-88-Inch-60-Yard/dp/B00004Z4DU/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=L1ULT1MEL9QA&keywords=painters+tape&qid=1556403560&s=hi&sprefix=painter%2Caps%2C193&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1 Last, we have the finishing touches: Minwax 785004444 Paste Finishing Wax, 1-Pound, Natural When you're just starting out and on a budget, go grab some of this stuff! You can apply with a round bristle brush, lint-free rag, etc. Follow the instructions and you're good to go! https://www.amazon.com/Minwax-785004444-Finishing-1-Pound-Natural/dp/B000LNOZAW/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1EPMO50Y0UIOH&keywords=clear+wax+for+chalk+paint&qid=1556403816&s=hi&sprefix=clear+wax+%2Ctools%2C188&sr=1-5 Rust-Oleum 284473 Varathane Triple Thick Polyurethane, Satin When needing a non-wax finish (I use wax mostly on the body of a piece) my go-to is a decent Polyurethane. You can purchase at just about any hardware store and most brands are decent. i really like the Rust-Oleum Triple Thick in Satin. This is a great option for the tops of tables, dressers https://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-284473-Varathane-Triple-Polyurethane/dp/B00RWVR2ZG/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=polyurethane+satin&qid=1556404277&s=hi&sr=1-11 Chalk Mountain Supply Co - 100% All Natural Furniture Finishing Waxes I love this stuff, and a little goes a long way! Stock up on some lint rags and grab your round bristle brush or a chip brush and your ready to glaze! Add some onto corners and detailed areas and wipe away excess. Put too much? No worries! Add some of the clear wax and it will come right off! WARNING! Make sure you do this part LAST, after wax or Poly, or your paint/wood will absorb more than you may want. The clear wax or poly gives that layer to work on top of. This will give your piece some age and depth. https://www.amazon.com/NEW-LOOK-Mountain-Furniture-Finishing/dp/B01FMZHLKY/ref=pd_sbs_60_1/137-6950348-8550956?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01FMZHLJU&pd_rd_r=1378bffe-693e-11e9-afd4-2da01f345a74&pd_rd_w=3z7pw&pd_rd_wg=6aZPr&pf_rd_p=588939de-d3f8-42f1-a3d8-d556eae5797d&pf_rd_r=NN9K566HSV2SARK5Y4V3&refRID=NN9K566HSV2SARK5Y4V3&th=1
5 Comments
Brenda Rivera
4/27/2019 04:59:16 pm
You're great for sharing
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Tina Brown
4/29/2019 01:15:08 pm
Thank you, Brenda! It's my pleasure ♡
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Tina Brown
4/27/2019 06:45:00 pm
Thank you, Brenda! It's my pleasure ♡
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Lori
4/28/2019 10:52:17 pm
WOW. I CANNOT THANK YOU ENOUGH FOR YOUR GENEROUS POSTING. IM FAIRLY NEW TO ALL THIS AND HAVE BEEN DOING SO TRIAL AND ERROR. IVE PUT OFF DOING SOME GREAT PIECES NOT WANTING TO MESS THEM UP. A BLESSING FOR SURE! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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Tina Brown
4/29/2019 01:14:32 pm
So happy to hear, Lori! Can't wait to see what you do, and you can always send a comment or message if you need any guidance. Tina ♡
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HI YA'LL!
in 2012, i refinished my first hutch. I was SO proud of it. I remember when my dad, the carpenter, complimented how great it looked and I felt so proud . With that being said, I didn’t know much about paint, stains, repairs, waxes, tools, etc. I used spray paint and no sealant...it is very pretty but dull. In 2017, I got the idea to buy, fix up and sell children’s playhouses. It was so much fun and a great creative outlet. It was also a way to bring in some added income on the side. Once we got toward the end of that summer, I could tell there was less of a want/need for outdoor play items. my mind began to wander for the next creative outlet. A friend at work, Sheri Courtney from “Spruced Goose Designs,” had been refinishing furniture for a few months and I LOVED EVERYTHING she was doing! She is the one who taught me how to make chalk paint, who Annie Sloan is, what waxes and glazes to try, how to stain wood, and so on. I finally took the leap and purchased a small, outdated TV console. I painted it in a “duck-egg” blue color, sanded and stained the top in Kona, painted the hardware in oil-rubbed bronze and replaced the glass with chicken wire. I sealed it all with wax and a charcoal glaze and it was SO MUCH FUN!!!! I sold the piece just a few days later. I felt so accomplished and happy. I was ready to go! All day, everyday, i can't wait to find time here and there to go into the garage to sand, paint, repair, and tinker around. At least 75% of my clothing now has paint stains because I’m so impatient to get my hands (and hair) on that paintbrush! Since I completed that first piece in October 2017, I’ve transformed many pieces, including varying sized dressers , large hutches, dining table and chair set, vanities, buffets, and so on. I also work on custom pieces for clients. A lot of time, effort, attention and passion goes into each piece. They are my babies and I love knowing that I am helping to give them new life, and ultimately, a new home. I love working with new products, colors, and stains, and I’m constantly trying new things. Recently there have been some changes in my family’s needs, specifically my young son. I have cut back my hours at my “job” to be home more. So, keep this in mind- I am a working mother and wife who has found a hobby that she REALLY enjoys. I love my family and try to get in as much time as I can with them. I would LOVE to refinish furniture as my main career, but until then, I will continue to work on pieces that bring me joy (and sometimes a few swear words) because that is what life is all about- spending our precious time doing the things we love and are passionate about. I love the quiet, the tools, the photos of the pieces in their new spaces, the new people I meet and the art of it all. And until I have my very own workshop and a reality show, a girl can dream (while making those dreams a reality ;) . If you decide you would like to have some of your pieces “revitalized,” please know that I truly appreciate the faith that you have entrusted me with. Your support creates the opportunity for me to continue doing what I love, while I can be with the ones I love 💕 Tina B. |