How To Chalk Paint Furniture | Armoire Makeover | *DIY For Beginners*

[@Anna-wd8ox]

Bless you for this video. I have a large piece like this I’ve been wanting to revamp but I was dreading having to sand such a huge piece indoors

[@michelledehaen8997]

Wooow well done, love it !!!

[@kylenemartin2815]

Thank you for the ideas and steps I have a big piece very similar to this

[@michaellarson7572]

Thanks ladies . I'm def trying that myself soon on my bed

[@KerriLawless]

You're welcome Michael! I hope you will join our Facebook group and share your before & after pics when you're done. facebook.com/groups/designaholics/ Thanks so much for watching!

[@michaellarson7572]

@@KerriLawless request sent

[@jasonashleighmock4276]

Great video! I saw you cover the small hinges, what about the ones that run along the entire side of each of the top doors?

[@jillwhatley994]

Wow! Thank you SO MUCH for this video! I have an armoire just like it that I hate! Omg. I can fix it now!!! YAY!👏❤️😃

[@sharonrector3030]

Beautiful I love your video I'm going to do mods and send you a picture

[@officewithaview-b2q]

Just found your channel. The armoire looks wonderful!

[@sarashery5604]

Wow 😍👌

[@carlapalaniuk3677]

I love your DIYs they are awesome

[@jlac31]

SO quick question could you have just used the Waverly Ivory chalk paint and covered this or do you need that really bright white you started off with.? The color of this cabinet came out fantastic in fact that is the exact color of the kitchen cabinets I want in my kitchen. Just need that paint

[@izzy9309]

Confusing going back and forth, what did you do to the sides?

[@tinaharville4698]

Love how this turned out! I plan to do mine this way and will send you pictures.

[@wandadelacruz2486]

Love your videos & you all are so funny. I truly enjoy every project ❤️❤️❤️

[@sassysandie2865]

It would overwhelm me just trying to decide how many and what colors of paint and wax to use! Not sure I would know where to start! I guess my first project should be a small piece of furniture.

[@jenspaulding4459]

💙💙💙

[@natsanettedros1954]

I love it could you please send me the paint color I am planning to paint my dinng table love from Canada

[@abbyhartzog7775]

Love it

[@KerriLawless]

Thank you Abby!!! 🌸

[@kimberlyclearwater6474]

Niiiiice! Could you mix the black wax into the white wax to create a softer depth and eliminate a step?

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Kimberly, great question! Actually you could but it would create a different look. Adding the white by itself creates a very soft and chalky effect and adding the dark by itself adds lots of depth in the crevices. If you use a gray wax, you will get something middle of the road but would still be quite pretty. Just depends on which look you’re going for. Thanks so much for the feedback! 🌸

[@cardfan9652]

I came across a armoire similar for $70 and Im so scared to take on something that big. How much paint did that take?

[@tmc1373]

Do you have to wash it before you start painting?

[@tuckerlazzaratto9392]

I swear to god, I absolutely love your channel and your content. Keep it up, girl! We’re lovin’ it!

[@KerriLawless]

Thank you so much!!! And thanks for watching!

[@rosap2850]

Call a wash with the waverly

[@sandratorres5633]

Hi Kristi. One question i colored and old buffet with chalk paint in color ivory. Buy it turned out so beigy! Needs some depty or something should i add some white wax or what should i do to add a little color to it? Looks so plain beige!

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Sandra! There are a variety of things you can do to fix that. The technique that we’ve used here incorporates multiple colors and A couple of different dark waxes. Maybe this video will inspire you as to which colors to try on yours. I use several colors of chalk paint at the same time with water to blend and then I use different colors of wax as well. This link shows you how to get depth if you’re going darker: How To Chalk Paint Furniture *DIY*| Distressed Finish Tutorial | Console, Coffee, and Side Tables | kzbin.info/www/bejne/haDKi3yqa8hpmKs

[@KerriLawless]

This video shows you how to get depth if you want to keep the colors light: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGSbZYmuq8egmbs

[@demidinham9001]

What if I have scratches on my furniture, do I need to sand it down before I use the chalk paint?

[@sylviaseri4235]

You did not prime before chalk painting. Has there been any bleed through? I have never chalk painted before but I have painted cherry furniture using General Finishes milk paint and had to prime before. It took me 2 coats primer and 3 coats of milk paint. Five coats is way too many to do!

[@T3COLY]

I need your help in transforming my living room and dining room 😭 I’m a new subscriber ☺️ love your channel

[@kimberlyclearwater6474]

Appreciate your prompt response 👍🏼😁

[@KerriLawless]

You’re welcome! 😀

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Kimberly, We just started a BRAND NEW Designaholic Facebook Group TODAY and would love to have you join! Here's the link: facebook.com/groups/designaholics/

[@NiftyNikkisArts]

I'm wondering why it looks a little purple ish or Violet on the front of the armoire I'm thinking they added another color and didn't show it on camera

[@carkim521]

Any bleed throughs?

[@marticrain181]

Love it.

[@KerriLawless]

Thank you Marti!

[@kaybonette]

I'm curious why you painted around the hardware instead of removing it.

[@shilohnickels955]

Lol i was thinking the same thing alot easier to paint when you remove the hardware !! Beautiful piece i love it

[@sassysandie2865]

kaybonette she said it was permanent and wouldn’t come off.

[@Boniter1959]

I’m confused. In another of your videos you mentioned this type look as outdated and painted the cabinets white. I think it was a kitchen with pickled cabinets.

[@amandasettee8922]

chalk paint over that older antique probably original laquer finish will not stick even with that so called designer primer you would be able to scratch it off with your finger nail with out a doubt ,Ive seen it all before, , it needs to be preped properly scrubbed down with tsp or laquer thinner first to remove any surface polishes or pollutant then lightly sanded which will leave the surface ready for the correct primer which in my experience would be a BIN white pigmented shellac primer, very smelly but the best, also this product would hold back any stains that were on the project, I would apply 2 coats of the BIN then let it completly dry for 24 hrs, then lightly sand and your ready for your finishes to be applied over the top, THEN DO YOUR CHALK THING, I guarantee you will not be able to scratch it off when your finished, do the prep and you wont be dissapointed

[@carolyneverett762]

what’s inside the cabinet??

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Carolyn! It’s actually a TV armoire. 🌸

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Carolyn, We just started a BRAND NEW Designaholic Facebook Group TODAY and would love to have you join! Here's the link: facebook.com/groups/designaholics/

[@tinalynch8306]

Another awesome informative video! I have always painted old wood pieces with latex paint... your videos inspired and taught me how to use chalk paint.. I am currently working on a antique buffet table using chalk paint or the first time(I should have it done next week)... I can’t wait to show you pictures 😊

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Tina! Thanks so much!!! So excited that you started on the buffet! Can’t wait to see it! 🥰

[@pinkrosessheila]

Somebody got really happy with the editing! 😂😂😂 Enjoying your channel!

[@KerriLawless]

Thank you Sheila! 🥰

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Sheila, We just started a BRAND NEW Designaholic Facebook Group TODAY and would love to have you join! Here's the link: facebook.com/groups/designaholics/

[@brendamitchell1252]

Kerri in one of your chalk painting videos you suggested a water spray bottle to help with chalk painting. I have just done my first chalk painting job in hot weather and that spray bottle suggestion was fantastic. It’s summer here in Western Australia and that’s a great tip! Thank you so much.

[@KerriLawless]

Hi Brenda! That is so good to hear! I love when the info that we share is helpful! Congratulations on your first chalk paint job! I would just love it if you would share your pictures in our Designaholic Facebook group! Thank you so much and thanks for watching! 🥰

[@scaredofmice8658]

So pretty but way to much for a old girl like me glad I got to see how. Much work it would be to do ...joan

[@cleanqueen75]

Why would you not take off the hardware or better yet remove the doors? My husband is a woodworker. He would kill me if I painted over beautiful cherry wood!

[@418laylah]

I liked it better before

[@gregrandol2801]

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[@bonniecriscione-brown1225]

Love it.