In our little town, we often place unwanted items out onto the verge, and anyone can take them!
These bedside tables were something I picked up, and they were the most awful baby poo brown I'd ever seen! However, being solid pine, the Reno potential was limitless!
After a full sand to remove the yuck that was on them, I decided to do a mix of whitewashing to show off the grain, and block colour for the top and trim. All paint and sanding equipment from Bunnings, and although I originally thought of using chalk paint, I ended up using eggshell white all in one primer/paint and top coat paint, and mixed in black to create the grey tone I wanted.
Whitewashing was achieved by diluting the white paint in water, and applying multiple times with a sponge to achieve the desired outcome.
Replaced the knobs with basic white ones, and also replaced internal door fasteners, as these were missing.
Total cost was under $100 for both, and they look great in my guest bedroom!
Materials
x2 in eggshell white.
Interior Matt black sample pot to mix for the grey I wanted.
Washed out empty pasta jar to dilute paint, and thick sponges.
Tools
60-120 grit sanding discs for my Ozito orbital sander.
Same grit loose sandpaper to get into those corners
Assorted different sized brushes and rollers for different areas.
Steps
Step 1
Steps are fairly simple!
1. Sand back to remove previous stains/paints/grot. Disassemble cabinet as much as possible.
Step 2
2. Wash to remove any dust, let dry totally.
Step 3
3. Dilute paint at whichever ratio you want. I used a 50/50 ratio, because I did want the white to be seen, but the ratio needs to be paint and desired effect required.
Step 4
4. Paint other areas as required
Step 5
5. Reassemble, and screw in fittings.
Step 6
6. Step back and admire your amazing handiwork
