OLD Kitchen Table Makeover Light Grey Stain | beginner friendly, step by step how to

In this video I show you how to diy grey stain so you can makeover a dated table and remove those orange tones.
We are using a white wash stain and a warm grey (here I'm using BriarSmoke by Varathane)
Table top Products used:
Sandpaper grit 80, 120, 220: amzn.to/3bxhu2M
White wash pickling stain by minwax: amzn.to/3bveh3N
Briarsmoke by Varathane in gray: amzn.to/3bA1Js1
Wipe on poly by minwax: amzn.to/38r46vj
Chairs and table skirt products:
Primer: (you could use but I didn’t on this project) Zinnzer bullseye Bin1-2-3: amzn.to/2PFa3hp
Paint: Pure white by Sherwin Williams: amzn.to/38r4z0x
Waxes used: Blend of white brown and black to get desired color, this was a pain!
Try Gray Barnwood Wax By Craft Smart, you can buy from Michaels instead for $7
Wax’s I blended
In video were: white wax by Behr chalk paint line
Special dark wax by Minwax: amzn.to/3ccKdZS
Ebony wax by Briwax: amzn.to/2OHTKQl
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[@roxy4158]

SO AWESOME!!!! I'm the fearless 76 year old that is doing my first piece, the ENTIRE dining room set including the table that seats 10. I've considered many colors including seafoam, blue, green and turquoise but decided on a soft dove grey with metallic silver accents and doing the top of table exactly as you have demonstrated in soft but natural wood grain finish. I'm a resent widow after 5 long years of my husband's brain injury hospitalization and i was in a very dark place of the heart but God's perfect timing has raised my spirits up and I'm feeling very much looking into the future and following my artistic self again. Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@blacksheephouse]

What a journey you are on ❤️ I love that your letting your artistic self take the lead!

[@alebronlebrona6886]

❤️how is your project coming along?

[@roxy4158]

@@alebronlebrona6886 Thank you for asking. My vision seems light years away from reality! Initially planning on white base then grey and silver accents for a traditional look. New vision going to pale aqua with silver and gold accents plus using the Rustoleum Metallic White Pearl over the entire white dining room. Sadly i live in Canada specifically Mississauga (part of the city of Toronto)and the supplies are extremely difficult to hunt down. Besides the aqua and pearl wash i was planning to paint a garden with grasses, butterflies, birds and flowers on the sides of both buffet and sides. It's a challenge mentally and physically hunting for supplies of even basic paints very much unlike the beautiful and blessed USA. Most often because of covid the brick and mortar retailers have empty shelves and online shopping can be disappointing. God bless you for thinking of me. Not sure if i can send you pictures of my progress.

[@carolmking]

I hope you are doing well now after your husband’s passing? You must keep busy and am hope we can see what your finished product looks like. God bless you. Shannon is such an inspiration.

[@michellepeters6532]

I became a widow (very suddenly) 8yrs ago. And although I didn’t discover my passion in refurbishing furniture, I did start painting! I took classes with a great friend. And it was SO THERAPEUTIC! I’m so sorry for your loss. God does heal the heart and painting is an AMAZING treatment. You go girl! Somehow, I’d love to see your finished project!😃😃😃

[@TheZalaran]

This was perfect as a vanity desk for me. kzbin.infoUgkxMAlHv7-BBWMrPRm5-uEoD6rtdT7SG2Qr Especially the glossy finish. Easy to cleanI was looking for something that wasn't the traditional white and with more of a modern feel. This fit the bill beautifully. I put it together with no problems, by myself in under an hour.Make sure you double check where you place the drawer tracks before screwing down. I had one track that needed to be aligned with different holes than the rest.

[@cheryllundgren9685]

I love how this turned out. I have a coffee table that I am going to refinish the same way. I hope it turns out as beautiful as your project did.

[@nancysahrakar3125]

OMG I am speechless. That is gorgeous. I have always loved those chairs and have seen people paint them white and they lose the beautiful carved detail. But the wax you applied brings that out just beautifully. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@VioletMayra]

Wow!! I’m in awe right now. I have the same exact table and chairs. They were left be the previous owner. Time for a make over.

[@homeandgardendiy6363]

You packed so much good information into this video, and your project turned out fabulous. Respectfully, I do want to mention that the volume of your music could do with some adjusting. I had to keep turning the volume up and down because the music was so loud. Again, I say that respectfully, not rudely. I really enjoyed your video, and I appreciate your work. -Cara

[@nicolavallance1002]

I love this look! Exactly what I was looking for! Question: I have a table that has a redwood stain on it. Would I need to primer it first before applying the white wash?? Thanks in advance 🙂

[@nevefamily3524]

I like Kacha with all her gold and silver accents and your furniture videos!

[@ljones98391]

That is now gorgeous! The table top is expertly finished and using the dark wax highlights the unique table edge features. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@stephieeRandom]

My parents got this for free on fb market and it’s defiantly old and used so I’m glad I found your video to make it more modern!

[@LipsLinerAndLashes]

I’m kinda mind blown right now- I’ve been thinking of doing this to our dining table set but we were renovating g our home so I didn’t pay it much kind yet. Today I thought oh let me look for a video to see the best way to do it- yours was the first video so I click on it- and lo and behold- it’s the exact same set we have! So I can see what it will look like ahead of time and I love it 🥰

[@mj-ls7qr8xp3n]

I have one too. This is so beautiful!

[@Leolioness44]

One tip of advice I'll give about the wipe on poly. Pay attention when purchasing to whether it is a clear gloss, satin, and there was also a warm gloss or I think a warm Satin. I do not have a clue what the warm finishes look like? And if you do not want any shine or gloss I recommend varathane three times the thickness matte finish. Don't be afraid of the milky white color! It dries to a clear flat matte finish. That is what I used on my barn doors

[@michaelfreeman6390]

Thank you for posting this video. The Glee I felt at seeing your finished product truly warmed my heart, whereas, I have the exact table that you used in your video, but have no chairs for it. . . So I'll begin my search looking for them! Once again, it was truly a joy to watch you transform that dining room set! Michael Freeman Kentucky USA

[@lias5188]

I just got a singer sewing table that needs some TLC and I bet this finish you used would be amazing compliment to the black cast iron legs.

[@glorianava6411]

Where are you located?

[@mayracortes5548]

This is the best table transformation video.

[@danimordecai7611]

Gorgeous. First time I've seen dark wax and love d the details it leaves...next to a white or clear wax. So pretty.

[@ilkamontgomery5482]

Thanks for sharing, I have the same table and now I can make it new again.

[@candacewalsh8726]

Tabletop is just beautiful!

[@joeechegaray6506]

Wow! Really great! I was about to buy a new table, but what you did, goes with my new house decor. THanks!

[@justjen3216]

This tuned out gorgeous...love the briarsmoke

[@lisaweiss9990]

Love love love every detail you did in this project. Not only my kitchen cabinets but our dining table and chairs as well that I want to redo

[@blacksheephouse]

If you do your cabinets try valspar furniture and cabinet enamel, it takes a bit longer to dry and cure but is SO durable and waterproof, about $25 at lowes for a quart, I’m sure a gallon is better pricing too

[@sharon08021979]

So glad I ran across this. I own this very.table set and I have contemplated doing this exact diy. Thanks for doing this! It turned out beautifully!

[@user-cv5xr2et5t]

Me too Sharon! It's my parents and they are both gone now. Not sure if I want to get rid of it.

[@francesnoerr3240]

Omg gorgeous excellent video. Love that you refinished a table instead of a stain a new table! Gave new life to that old table! Yes! I subscribed

[@blondiekt2291]

I LOVE THIS! Do you think you could do this to wood door frames/stair cases/wooden pillars in the house? Did you ever try to use this method on unsanded wood? I would like to know what happens on unsanded!

[@anniebasit5220]

Thankyou sooo much

[@phenmom]

Love the shine from that poly!!🤩 great job!!

[@blacksheephouse]

Me too, thanks so much!!

[@ejmakesus6]

Looks amazing 🤍

[@krazymammaw3040]

Beautiful now not sure which one i want to do

[@idrilmaytha3141]

Una autentica maravilla. Muchas gracias por compartir y enseñar. Por fin he encontrado lo que estaba buscando y lo puedo poner en practica. Mi mas sincera felicitación por tu trabajo. Enhorabuena.

[@melissaoneill13]

Thank you for this video, I’m redoing a table and it has all different wood tones in it, I’m really hoping the white wash helps!

[@priscyllaregis5805]

Love it, you’re very talented!

[@jaz_93]

Look like a brand new table love the colors you used🤗🤗 also personally love the smell of fresh stained wood

[@blacksheephouse]

thanks and SAME!

[@mochidis808]

Turned out soooo gorgeous!!!!

[@shannonrenae1835]

I learned SO much in this short video, you're intelligent, talented & they are beautiful!!!😍

[@blacksheephouse]

From one Shannon to another 😎, thank you so much!!

[@jacquelinehatfield8298]

Beautiful! I love this project!

[@busyme4]

Just learned one more thing from you! Wipe on Poly 🙌

[@Yannispawn]

Wow! That is such a huge improvement! Great work.

[@PoliticalJunky101]

I absolutely love this! Thanks for posting.

[@Nat.DLS_]

You did an absolutely beautiful job! Thanks for sharing!!!! God bless!

[@justwannasaysomethin]

I just got this same exact table given to me😅 I don't have that middle piece though. I desperately want to paint it! Thank you for this video.

[@mindydavis4940]

This is absolutely beautiful!! I love how this turned out!! You are very talented!

[@tinaharville4698]

Thank you for the idea! Mine turned out so good and everyone loves it!

[@blacksheephouse]

Tina Harville yay!! I’m so glad ❤️

[@melissasparman7496]

I really do love it. Its beautiful, great job👍🏿👍🏿💯👌🏿👌🏿.

[@rachelsmith302]

That is sooooo Pretty!!!

[@ritacatalinich]

Just beautiful I love how it turned out , I don’t know if that’s your table but here Australia we can’t buy pieces like that for a cheap price a table like this on eBay would be $800 to $1,000 so it’s not really worth doing this for us , you are so lucky the pieces people buy to do this kind of restoration is ,worth it but for us I would only do this for my furniture to keep but I love would you do just beautiful 😍

[@lilyhu5438]

Beautiful!!! You did a fantastic job

[@bertharuiz1225]

Beautiful results!

[@goodenoughgirl8102]

Great info. Was looking exactly for how to deal with leftover warm tones (red for me lol) in a simple way to get cooler grey tones. Tho I’m looking for a darker slate color. Lol.

[@SheerStitchery]

I really like how this turned out

[@vivianasantiago5882]

By the way all your videos and work are amazing and beautiful

[@Ninetyv]

Hi! For your chair, how do you seal it after your done? Thank you :)

[@denniswalker1939]

I have the exact same set that used to be my grandmothers. I love it but the designs don’t fit my house, would you happen to have any recommendations on how to cover the designs? I want to give this table a new life to fit my style.

[@nezzysnicatees]

I love love love the results. 👌

[@piaandluna]

It turned out lovely!

[@jafallica]

Beautiful cerused table. I have one just like it.

[@KB-hs7vh]

I love your videos! Thank you so much for sharing with us 🙌

[@sandynickelson1531]

I am really enjoying your channel. I work with a lot of wood

[@blacksheephouse]

Cool, thanks!

[@sharonmcmann-morelli4896]

came out so nice!

[@suejeffries8151]

I bought this exact set and am working on it. I was going to finish the top to match my darker kitchen cabinet and the legs and chair in a distressed navy. This is a great video. I am newer to refinishing furniture and there is so much info. Am I correct that you should remove all old finishes to stain but a light sanding is okay if painting?

[@blacksheephouse]

Hey Sue, you’re right there is a lot of info out there 😅 but you are correct that to stain you’ll need to strip the existing finish off and then stain but to paint, all you need is a scuff sand and a primer like Zinnser is great to add before painting also. It’s a fun hobby, enjoy your project!

[@jaymevogl4338]

Gorgeous!

[@momojewel2799]

Absolutely beautiful. Great job♥️♥️♥️

[@blacksheephouse]

Thank you so much!

[@adelahouk6320]

Beautiful done

[@debk9889]

I love this, I have this table, it does have that veneer too. I'm going to give this a shot. My questions 3 mos. later, are, did you sand the chairs 1st and could I use a water based paint instead of oil? I have never worked with oil based paint. Anyway, you may have answered this already, I'll look through the comments in the meantime. Thank you for such a beautiful design, especially the trim work!

[@blacksheephouse]

I scuff sanded most used parts of the chairs with a 220 grit sanding pad. The white paint i used for the chairs is water based, the only thing that was oil was the grey stain I used on the table and I had to use that because it was the only stain I could find in that color. A lot of furniture painters use a paint wash technique instead of stain to avoid chemicals. The way you do that is to mix water with your water based paint and then apply the same way you would apply a stain. I need to do a video on that! Hope that helps! General finishes makes a water based gel stain called ''no pain Gel stain" check that one out!

[@michellepeters6532]

GORGEOUS!!!!😍😍😍

[@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass]

Wow! Stunning! 💖💜💖

[@nidhisuri9668]

I am especially interested in learning how to applied the stain on the side panels where the grain of the veneer is going in so many directions. Could you please have a video showing that! Please. Thanks.

[@dawnruhl8405]

Inspiring as usual.

[@tanyamaphis4257]

How many coats of paint did you put on your chairs?

[@davaunahthompson751]

Beautiful

[@zaneblane8160]

I would've loved to see the complete chair process..I'm trying to do the same set.

[@blacksheephouse]

Zane Blane I need to do a video on that! On the chairs I scuff sanded them and used sherwin williams pure white in satin and then i clear coated the seats with water based poly. On the tops I did the same technique shown in the video on the table skirt using dark wax to highlight the details and I didn’t clear coat after I waxed bc the wax will protect ❤️ hope that helps a bit!

[@zaneblane8160]

@@blacksheephouse ...how did you get into the grooves where the 'J' curves from the back of the chairs to the seat.

[@blacksheephouse]

Zane Blane I just flipped the chairs over and used my paint brush, then flipped them back and did the same, there’s a lot of angles on those chairs! I just assume anything I missed doesn’t show when the chairs are sitting at a table. Chairs are definitely a pain that way 😅

[@zaneblane8160]

@@blacksheephouse ..lol..yes, there are..thx!

[@jenellemehlhaff569]

Beautiful!

[@lisamacit4545]

I want to do this to my cabinets

[@mynewtunes]

beautiful work

[@blacksheephouse]

Thank you!

[@MsLenda]

Your work is amazing wow😍👍🏻you do great job 💪🏻 ineed to know frome where your table set if i buy it i will do like you😊👍🏻

[@lexibarnes7920]

Yessss 👏🏻 I love this so much! It turned out BEAUTIFUL

[@_truthBtold]

Have the exact table set, wow not the first DIY either with it. How many of these sets were made, what era was this styling most popular, who's the manufacturer lol 😂

[@shanakathomas696]

Hello, I wanted to know if it’s possible to use a spray gun to paint the chairs and get them same results? I’m planning to refurbish my kitchen table and chairs asap and love what you did!!!

[@jenhays8969]

Did you strip or sand prep the chairs?

[@tro8191]

Beautiful work! But omg get yourself a power sander pleeease. 😊

[@anupamavenu]

Do you need a primer before painting the chairs? Or do you need to sand the chairs?

[@HappydudeGenX]

did you do any prep to the chairs and legs before painting them?

[@heatherellefson5311]

Currently redoing a table exactly like this

[@blacksheephouse]

Nice!

[@mdfmcf]

How do you recommend painting the spindles on the chairs?

[@MsLenda]

From where your table set ? I like it it's so pretty 😍

[@callijones8221]

Hello. You do beautiful work. I wanted to ask advice to repaint my table. It's a wood table with cherry finish. I want to spray paint it black. What products should I use?

[@katielandis1677]

What would you suggest I use on making cabinets look like a grey wash? They are old and like a laminate or veneer from the 1970’s, but want to make the process easy and feasible?

[@cathypascoe1529]

I have a question on the chairs. Do I have to sand then before I paint them??? Also at what point and area did you use the Zinsser Bullseye primer??? I want to make the seat of the chairs the same color as the table. What do you think? I know you have just so much time for each video. It would be nice if you were able to show more of each step I'm new to this and I don't want to mess any of this up

[@sylviacuevas4677]

Is the table protected from water stains once the mineral oil is applied?

[@johnwatz4955]

You didn’t strip the chairs? Or sand? U just applied the white paint & then did the thing w the combination of waxes? I have an oak table much like yours but without a leaf in the center. However my chairs are made of a white fur if I remember correctly. I have had the set for 40 years & was saving for my daughter started thinking this would look so beautiful. The fur doesn’t have the grain that the oak does. I stained them years ago & covered w a poly I believe. Great video! Thanks 🙏🏽

[@blacksheephouse]

Right, I did not sand just cleaned well with krud Kutter and got to work ❤️ it’s a very sweet thing to save for your daughter! The valspar furniture and cabinet enamel adhesion and durability is really good too like Sherwin Williams but it’s cheaper 😉 last quart I bought was $28 and they do all the Sherwin Williams colors there at lowes

[@bettegregory4960]

Just WOW!

[@dqn17]

After the paint is applied to chairs is there anything else that goes over it?

[@Alisahk143]

I’ve made a bunch of rookie mistakes and about to sand down and start over for the third time. I can’t very close to perfection this time but when I put on the wipe on poly stain it took up the dark stain. So did I not let the dark stain dry long enough? I did not use the gel version of Varathane Briar smoke but I did use the oil based stain by the company and added a bit of an oil based minwax gray to get closer to the color I needed.

[@Alisahk143]

Should read “I came very close”

[@phuongpham-mn6ry]

Hi there I have a set of table n chairs like yours I like to know on the chairs after u paint it did u mix all three of the wax together n put it on or u use one at a time. Thanks please reply back soon

[@gregoryvanek9038]

Tomorrow, I am going to do the exact same finish on a similar oak table. AND my results were disappointing. The pickling looked great, but when wiping the stain, it pulled the pickling off.

[@dinasturgill1125]

Gorgeous

[@GJ-vj4lj]

Amazing process, I loved the finished look.I have a table very similar and want to do the same thing,painted base and stained top. A question for you- did you use any of the grayed wax on the base to tie in the color? On a different note, I recently bought an oak gentlemen’s dresser for my bedroom. It is pretty old so I want to clean it up and revamp the hinges and handles. What product do I use to clean it up. I’m not intending to refinish it or repaint it.

[@tonibeauford4200]

Love it!

[@susanzuehlke1672]

Is this a place where we can get the kitchen table refinish at that is what I am looking for

[@readingmaniac54]

Thanks 😁😁😁

[@mookietv_]

Was the white wash a Chau ok based paint? Or a primer? Great content.

[@cathypascoe1529]

I was also wondering did you have to sand the chairs to get the paint to adhere? Should I use a primer before painting the chairs.? I have used the same colors as you on my table mine turned out a little lighter but it gorgeous. My table is the exact as the one in this video