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How to Create a Vintage furniture finish: Essential Supplies
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items When I want more than a basic paint finish, I turn to these products. They are beginner-friendly, but you will be amazed at the different finishes and textures you can create for furniture, walls, and art.
Sections
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Paints
Texture
Sealer, wax, Gel Stains &Tools
Furniture Techniques
Paints
Best 100% [VOC-Free] paint for Kids' Furniture: The Non-toxic Choice .
I have used this paint many times.This is a true white color. . Each color is rich and has an amazing smell. VOC-Free, so it's safe for a children's room, water-based, and easy to clean up. #commissionsearned
AMY HOWARD AT HOME Chalk-Based One Step Paint, Ballet White, 32oz
Easy paint to use. No sanding or priming dries in 1 hour. The result is a smooth durable finish. #commissionearned
Amy Howard One Hour Miracle Paint 32oz Italian Silver
A great zero-VOC product that applies smoothly, safe for children's furniture and leaves a beautiful durable finish. #commissionearned
Fusion Mineral Paint 500 ml Raw Silk
Milk paint is also a good option when you are looking for low-VOC and zero-VOC paint. This paint has to be mixed with water. Do your research on how to apply milk paint for best results. #commissionearned
AMY HOWARD Toscana Milk Paint Powder 12oz
This is a great choice of a zero-voc primer for a nursery.
Ultra Spec 500 Primer
Getting this paint in a Semi-gloss finish will make clean up fast and easy for childrens rooms. #commissonearned
Ultra Spec 500 interior paint
This paint is white ,but more of an off-white, which creates a beautiful finish. and smells amazing . VOC-free, so it's safe for children's rooms, with water-based formulas for easy cleanup. #commissionsearned
AMY HOWARD AT HOME Chalk-Based Paint 32oz
I have used this paint many times under gold leaf it looks stunning. Each color is rich and has an amazing smell. VOC-Free so its safe for children room, water bases easy clean up. #commissionsearned
AMY HOWARD AT HOME Chalk-Based Paint 16oz
Texture
How to get an Antique look: Top products for Vintage finishes
I love to use venetian plaster. I use it on the tops of furniture that may have damage. I often use it on my abstract art. #commissionsearned
AMY HOWARD AT HOME Venetian Plaster 32 oz
The most important tool for Venetian Plaster. It has rounded edges to make the application easy and without leaving mark in the plaster. #commissionsearned
Stainless Steel Venetian Plaster Trowel Set
This product can be used many ways. It can be mixed with paint . I like to mix it with Mica to create a gold glaze. Fun and easy to use. #commissionsearned
AMY HOWARD AT HOME Glazed Over Finishing Glaze 32 OZ
The product creates a chemical reaction on wood making it look like drift wood. I have used it many times. #commissionsearned
Amy Howard Better with Age Wood Stain 32oz
Don't get intimidated by the amount of products. Its easy to use and well worth it. It will up date your space in one day. My client loved this color. #commissionsearned
Brick-Anew All-in-One Brick Fireplace Paint Kit (Twilight Taupe)
My client wanted a color that would match their existing brick on the home. This was a perfect match. Turned out beautiful easy to use and clean up. Great product. #commissionsearned
Brick-Anew All-in-One Brick Fireplace Paint Kit
Milk paint is easy to mix and clean up . It can be layered and slightly removed to create vintage old world finish.
AMY HOWARD Toscana Milk Paint Powder 12oz
Sealer, wax, Gel Stains &Tools
Here are a few different products to seal, stain, and clean your projects.
This is one of my favorite matte sealers. I use it on furniture, picture frames , mirror but using it on fabric is my favorite. Great product. #commissionsearned
Amy Howard Matte Sealer - 16 oz Clear Topcoat
Easy to use and you can create different finishes by adding wax on top. #commissionsearned
Amy Howard Water-Based Gel Stain - English Walnut (16 oz)
It does a great job of removing dirt and oils from furniture. #commissionsearned
AMY HOWARD AT HOME Clean Slate Cleaner 32oz
This is a white wax that creates depth, interest, and protection on furniture. #commissionsearned
Amy Howard Cerusing Wax for Antique Furniture 8oz
Great Protective Finish and seal for furniture. #commissionsearned
Amy Howard Mind Your Own Beeswax 8oz Wax
Sea sponges can be used to create texture and movement on walls and furniture. #commissionsearned
Natural Sea Sponges for Artists 5"-5.5" 2pc
Keep a bucket with clean water to rinse tools when using Venetian Plaster.
The Home Depot 2 gal. Orange paint Bucket PN0192
I always need lint free rags. These work great
Unbranded 13.6 in. W x 12 in. L Natural Fiber Painter's Rags (50-Count) PFC-00110-50H
Furniture Techniques
In this video mini series you see how to create furniture finishes using my product list.
How I use Venetian Plaster on Furniture.
Furniture flip || Venetian table top with Amy Howard linen one step paint.
How to add make glaze for furniture
Blue side tables | Amy Howard one step paint and glaze
Create an Authentic looking driftwood finish.
RESTORATION HARDWARE DIY TABLE || USING 2 PRODUCTS
How to use Venetian Plaster and Milk paint
DIY Furniture flip with Venetian plaster & milk paint by Amy Howard.