How to Transform a Vintage Hexagon Side Table Into an Old World Patina Beauty!
BLOG AND VIDEO: How to Transform a Vintage Side Table Into an Old World Patina Beauty Using Annie Sloan Louis Blue Chalk Paint Mixed with Custom Shades of Blue
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How To Create An Old World Patina Look
We acquired this old vintage Lane hexagon side table from an estate in Denver, Colorado. This hexagon table features a glass top inlay and a lower shelf with a rattan inlay. The table stands on legs turned to mimic a bamboo shape, supported by decorative brass pieces. The side table was a little scuffed, but the glass top inlay was in great condition for her age. Overall, she was a strong, sturdy piece.
Decisions, Decisions : What Color Should I Paint Her?
After we brought the side table home, it sat in our shop for several weeks while I completed other projects. Every day I would walk by her wondering to myself ‘What color should I paint her?’.
As time went by, the vision finally came to me ~ an Old World Patina look! I have always loved a beautiful patina and Old World style decor. Why not turn this vintage piece into just that ~ a stunning Old World Faux Patina side table! Her legs were already being supported by beautiful decorative brass pieces. I would faux paint her decorative brass supports and rings around her bamboo style legs to give her a faux patina finish.
PREPPING THE END TABLE FOR TRANSFORMATION
Just like with every project, I begin by cleaning the piece to make sure it is free of any dust. I use a soft cloth, light soap and water then allow the table to dry. Next, I lightly sand any scratches and wipe the entire piece down once again with a soft damp cloth and let it dry.
BASE COAT
I gathered together my paint and supplies. I would need my paint brushes, (2-inch, 1/4 inch, round brush, and waxing brush) Annie Sloan Louis Blue Chalk Paint, craft paints, and Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Wax-Black.
1T Ceramcoat ‘Carribean Blue’, and 3T Anita’s ‘Deep Green Black’
Custom Blue – Adding 1T Ceramcoat ‘Caribbean Blue’
Custom Blue – Adding 3T Anita’s ‘Deep Green Black’
For my custom blue, I mixed 1/2 cup of Annie Sloan Louis Blue Chalk Paint with 1 tablespoon of water, 1 tablespoon of Ceramcoat ‘Carribean Blue’, and 3 tablespoons of Anita’s ‘Deep Green Black’ Craft Paints.
Apply Custom Blue Mix to Rattan Lower Shelf with Wet Round Brush
The rattan lower shelf was a bit difficult to get full
Using a 2-inch paint brush I applied two coats of my custom blue mix to the exterior wood pieces of the side table. I allowed the first coat to dry before applying the second coat.
Faux Old World Patina
Using a soft cloth I applied Annie Sloan Black Chalk Wax over the custom blue, wiping off any excess to give her a distressed look.
Applying Gold Metallic Gilding
Next, using a 2-inch brush I applied the same black wax to the crevices in the rings around her bamboo style legs and lifted and blended the excess with a soft cloth. Using my
Let dry overnight.
FINAL STEP
The next morning I applied two coats of Rust-Oleum Chalked Protection Top Coat Wax Matte Clear to protect her finish.
DONE!
This Old World Patina Side Table is Now Available for Purchase in our Etsy Shop!
Many of the paint products and supplies I used for this project can be purchased in our Amazon Shop ~ JK Hansen Studio’s “Chalk Paint and Stencils”
If you have a question, please feel free to contact me, or leave a comment below. Your feedback is always appreciated. I hope I have inspired you for your next DIY project!
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