Nesting tables get freshened up with Anne Sloan Old White paint

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Nesting Tables – Drab to Fab

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Nesting Tables

Nesting Tables

These nesting tables have been sitting in storage just waiting for a fresh new look.  They were a find at a church sale last spring.  It was time for them to be rescued and given a fresh look. They need to be transformed from drab to fab.

When pondering how I wanted them to look, I was undecided. Because of that, I chose just to make a safe decision. “When in doubt go white “.  The slight risk I did take, was choosing paint I never worked with before… chalk paint.  As many of you know , I am a milk paint user so choosing chalk paint was exciting new experience.  I have limited knowledge of chalk paint but the name Annie Sloan go hand in hand with chalk paint and I read many reviews of how users just love it. I chose Old White as the color.

Using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

Using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

With the guidance of Laura at The Ironstone Nest, I got to work painting. No sanding, or priming required… just start. I found it covers  quite nice and it is a thicker paint which applies easily. While these nesting tables were drying, I was able to work on a side table project that you can read about here.

Painted Stripes

Painted Stripes

After the table was completed in all white, I thought it needed a little something.  Adding two simple stripes that matched up on both tables was decided. A quick tape up and application of Miss Mustard Seed Kitchen Scale and I was satisfied.  Sanding and clear wax followed… it was completed. Nesting tables turned from drab to fab!

Chalk painted nesting tables

Chalk painted nesting tables

I was pleased at how easy it was to use chalk paint.  The coverage was excellent.   I am happy I gave it a try and definitely will use this paint again.  What has been your experience with chalk paint?  I would love to hear your comments on it.

 

 

Comments

  1. This turned out so cute! I just recently did my first refab project…and now I’m hooked! Glad I found you through the Momma Told Me link-up! I’ll definitely be coming here more often!

  2. Your nesting tables turned out beautifully. It is fun bring new life to something old. I do love chalk paint, it covers about anything, I just don’t like the price so I’m kind of pick with what I use it on. One of these days I want to make the recipe for chalk paint that I found using plaster of Paris. Thanks for stopping by Mixed Kreations, and have a wonderful day!

  3. LOL at drab to fab! They really look nice. I have been seeing this Annie Sloan paint and wanting to try it on a project sometime!

  4. I haven’t tried chalk paint yet but I have several projects waiting in the wings. I have never owned nesting tables but have always loved them. I like the way your project turned out, especially those stripes which added nice character.

  5. I love the ease of using chalk paint – no sanding or priming. 🙂 And your tables are beautiful! Those stripes really do add a pop of color and look amazing. I’m always inspired by your makeovers.

  8. Your tables look great! I love the pop of color with the stripes.You definitely transformed them from drab to fab! I know that Annie Sloan is considered the best chalk paint, but I wanted a more budget friendly option. So, the recipe I found for mixing it myself worked great.