Stripes are just the best, right?! They’re simple but so eye catching. Stripes stop my scroll every time. When I found this desk on Craigslist for a measly $25, I knew painting stripes all over that sucker would create an eye catching, scroll stopping piece of furniture.
Supplies I Used
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- TSP
- 3″ Masking Tape
- Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Graphite and Old White
- Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Clear Wax
- Wax Brush
- 2½ Purdy Brush
- Fine Grit Sanding Sponge
- Tape Measure
- Old T-Shirt
- New Hardware
How To Paint Stripes on Furniture
- Clean the desk with a mixture of TSP and hot water.
- Paint two coats of Graphite over the desk.
- Measure the desk top to find the center and mark it.
- Place the middle of the tape onto the center of the desk.
- With the drawers in place, wrap the tape around the entire piece.
- Instead of measuring every tape placement, simply apply pieces of tape next to each other.
- Remove every other strip of tape.
- Paint two coats of Old White between stripes.
- Remove tape.
- After paint is dry, lightly sand edges to distress (optional).
- Lightly wax desk using wax brush in tight swirling motions. Remember, the secret to waxing is THIN coats! A little wax goes a LONG way!
- Give the wax about 10 to set up then buff with an old t shirt.
- Apply new hardware
- Admire your masterpiece!
The After
Photos by Lacy Tomlinson
Wow, what a gorgeous makeover! Love everything about it! Thanks so much for sharing at Friday’s Furntiutre Fix.
Lucy, Thanks!!
Hi Kayla,
It’s me again. I just had to visit all three of your posts for myself. I mean…really…I’m enjoying your interesting pieces and challenging painting techniques so much! And, I can certainly see why this piece sold the same day. #AwesomeSauceOverLoad
Can’t wait to see more from you!!
Thanks so much for linking to Friday’s Furniture Fix. We love having you share with us!! Susie from The Chelsea Project
Hello again:) Thank you for your time in both reading and commenting! I can’t wait to share more in the future!
WOW! This is a stunner! I love your vision for this piece! You have great taste and an eye for detail! It’s nice to see a painted piece not overdone and unique in style! Love it!
Hope you have a great week!
Smiles!
Terry
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Terry, thank you!! So glad to have you reading along! I am excited to check out your site as well:) much love -Kayla
girl this is fierce! I love it!
Thanks!! xo!!
Such a great transformation. Unique and very good looking! Love the stripes and colors.
I think it looks beautiful! I like that you sanded the edges a bit, it helped to soften it up some.
Thanks! xo
That is super cute.
Thanks Sherry!
I will feature this today at Home Sweet Home! Thanks for sharing it !
I am so impressed! Not only does the desk look like a really expensive and professional piece, but your styling and photography match the beautiful work you’ve done! Thank you for sharing with us at The Creative Circle!
Thanks so much! I appreciate you reading and your comment! Xo
Can I ask what you would sell this piece for? I’m always so bad at pricing the things I sell ! Lol
Just reading your ‘confession’ re: not sending your blog correctly via email……hahaha…..sounds like something I would have done. Hey there Kayla, just proves your’re human. Loved your honesty!
Smiles,
Deb
haha!! thanks Debra:) The cat is out of the bag…I’m totally human! Thanks so much for your comment xo