Black Washing Wood Furniture

Black Washing Wood Furniture | Desk Makeover

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@jeannedd.2709 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you are with her for the entire journey including changes and planning

@julieallen4529 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing your indecision halfway through and how you processed it out. So incredibly helpful and it makes me feel confident that I could do this even though I maybe don't have it all figured out.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that! I'm glad it was helpful.

@tracyjacobson4012 4 жыл бұрын

Love the black-washing technique. Beautiful. It was a beautiful deck before, but I like the new version better. It actually makes the desk more of an antique.

@christinajohnson4342 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not gonna lie...I was skeptical, but I LOVE it! The desk looks like it's been weathered in the best possible way. Everything you do is just beautiful.

@dinomite078 Жыл бұрын

I was like omg it’s not gonna turn out good ………I love it !!!!!!!!!!!

@midwestgirl7028 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE the way this piece turned out!! I don’t know why so many people are afraid to paint over wood pieces. Especially on this piece where you allowed the natural wood grain to show through. I always glean so much inspiration from your videos. Thanks for sharing! 🌸

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@loisrader8089 4 жыл бұрын

Really like the new look. Great job.

@anne7441 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos, I enjoy them so much. I love your style and love the results of your desk.

@leannosborne9238 4 жыл бұрын

So pretty!!!

@kufda 3 жыл бұрын

Oh noooo! It was gorgeous already in its original form, with the two-toned wood, in my opinion.

@bethwishitwereviolet5938 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing transformation!

@yarlettegebarowski5995 4 жыл бұрын

I would have loved having your desk as it was in my home . I love antiques and you really got great deal on it . It looked like it was in great condition. Sorry but l am not a big fan of painted furniture but I know it is incredibly popular now so I hope you love it. Have a wonderful day.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

I knew this would be a controversial video, but I never liked the color in this room and tried to like it for two years. That's too long, in my book, to not like a piece of furniture. I can always refinish it some day and go back, too. Furniture transformations are never final. Hope you have a lovely day, too! xoxo

@superannieoakley4513 4 жыл бұрын

My 1st thought was, "No, don't paint it! It's in perfect condition & those are hard to find!", but then again I understand wanting to change something u don't like too. The struggle is real for those of us who love & treasure antique/vintage pieces. For me, I suppose the decision to paint is easier if the piece already has issues. In fact, I'm trying to decide if I should paint or strip a piece now. I know I'll never be able to get that orginal color back, so I'm stuck!

@chlexiel.1022 3 жыл бұрын

Turned out beautiful. Love the gold polished hardware 👍

@tracyjones8396 2 жыл бұрын

I was just considering black washing a dark teal table that I just painted, but want a little darker. Thank you for this tutorial. It was truly a big help and inspiration.

@harveydales2402 4 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of really old pieces when the varnish darkness over time and has that alligator like texture. Nicely done.

@flaminbird1 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing as I have a few pieces myself exactly like that

@kajlove1 4 жыл бұрын

Funny, I have a chest of drawers like that I bought from an Estate Sale. Hauled it home in the back seat of a Volvo! No such thing as it can't be done. That was a decade ago. l have a pick up now.Lol!

@maureenp7082 4 жыл бұрын

It's beautiful!! Exactly what it needed!

@pamwright5126 4 жыл бұрын

So pretty! The paint and wax bring out a rich warmness to the wood tones and the hardware just perfect! Love it!

@brendabradley6215 4 жыл бұрын

I love the after. Great job.

@hydrangeawhite1098 4 жыл бұрын

The desk looks beautiful! Love the color and contrast between the handles. You did an amazing job !!!

@Julie-rc7wl 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty!!! I love what you did!! I also really enjoyed listening to your thought process as you decided it needed tweaking along the way. I LOVE the creative process!! This was fun!

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@lifesuchasthis3932 4 жыл бұрын

Turned out Great

@jackiesnewnormal7649 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous! I think this technique would be really good for those, as in this case, pieces that have the redish wood and normally would need a primer to ensure there’s no bleed through. Sharing! 🖤

@mkdfnp2595 2 жыл бұрын

That is beautiful. It looks beautifully aged.

@gloriahowell1338 4 жыл бұрын

I liked the desk the way it was. Maybe if you paint it with a nice semi-gloss black it would look better.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your idea - but I'm happy with how it turned out! The color darkened even a bit more once the paint had some more time to cure, and I love it!

@Margaretcs0103 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like the way it came out...I personally would not have painted such a nice piece.....I’d try it on something less fine. Just personal preference....

@laurelmcgrath5823 4 жыл бұрын

Very pretty!

@WronaworksWondershop 3 жыл бұрын

SO excited to try this!

@shirleyjohnson3397 Жыл бұрын

I love it! ❤️ Super great job!

@alissaturner5444 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic !!! This came out beautiful. I love redoing furniture. It is my hobby. I can’t wait to try this. Thank you for sharing this with us.

@nicoletaincze7614 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful..!!!😃… Wow… I wish to find this video long ago …

@ypcomchic 3 жыл бұрын

You can buy glass tops at ikea. Then take it and draw shape of top of desk on it then have a glass cutter cut it out. Perfect!

@kmrolland67 4 жыл бұрын

The color looks like a charcoal to me and it is absolutely beautiful! I used to be so against painting wood,but lately I am loving it,especially on older worn pieces. I am definitely going to try this technique! Thanks for sharing!

@labresults3650 4 жыл бұрын

I was skeptical at first, but WOW I think I will try that technic too! Beautiful!

@donegalchick09 4 жыл бұрын

Love this, such a great idea. Thank you for sharing your process, you're a real inspiration xx

@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! That turned out so beautiful! Those knobs really pop now. Love it!

@rebekahschroeder7949 4 жыл бұрын

I just did a greywash (I thought I made it up because I had never seen anyone do anything like it😄) on the end tables from the 50’s that I inherited from my Grandmother. They were just so brown in one of our living rooms that also has a brown baby grand. By just changing the color to grey, with some of the wood still peeking through, and adding an antiquing glaze over that, it made me love them again! I waxed them and now they should be good to go for another decade or two...or until I decide they need to be another color in the future. 😃 Paint. It has been literally life changing for me and I have changed the lives of others with my paintbrush as well.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! It's funny how much new life paint can breathe into a project!

@melindamoore9449 4 жыл бұрын

Wax shoe polish is good as black wax too. ☺️ L0VE your channel. ❤️. I painted my kitchen cabinets (oak undertone) with 1 part chalkboard paint and 2 parts clear antiquing glaze, 4 years ago. I can see the grain come through, which is what I wanted. It took a long time to dry. Afterwards I used a furniture wax over it to seal it. It has held up pretty well. One particular handle that gets used alot, the paint has worn alot. I touch up with the blk shoe polish. Thank you for all your ideas!!

@maryford2761 3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps consider using an acrylic glaze to combine with your paint. You can control the opacity/ translucency and it won’t change the color of your paint. The advantage is that it will given you more open time aka working time before it dries. You can but it in the paint section of your hardware store.

@francesramsey7076 4 жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL!!!! I love how it turned out!!

@MissBailyB Жыл бұрын

So pretty!

@SheHoldsDearly Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@marthacarrillo6781 4 жыл бұрын

I loved it before, but I really love it after. I was never a fan of painted furniture until I bought an old side table at a resale shop that had some of the claw feet chewed. I decided to paint it black. I used a black paint from rethunk junk that allowed the wood to peak thru. Either it was made that way or I just didn't add enough. Either way, it came out amazing and I love it. I bought it in a Robin's egg blue and painted a vintage bed in out tiny guest room and it cemented my love of painted furniture. Now your desk will be even more treasured! xoxo

@courtneyG89 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love that you posted this! I bought a massive dresser off Craigslist yesterday, and decided I wanted to go with a matte black paint for it and then you posted this! So happy! Love your channel! Stay safe from Nashville!❤️

@meghanmclaughlin3214 2 жыл бұрын

Love how it turned out. Thanks for explaining everything, it made me realize I’m so not alone when I have all these small crazy decisions to make when I’m working on a project. 🙃

@anitamurray5619 4 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@kajlove1 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this video on Monday and it's so funny my husband and I both had just talked about painting our 20 year old cherry colored traditional furniture and then I stumble across this video. I didn't think he would want me to paint it. I may be able to get to it before Christmas. Thanks for this idea. I love a wash!

@nicholemoody6166 4 жыл бұрын

Love this technique!

@camelliamcevoy7526 3 жыл бұрын

Love the buffed gold handles on this piece.

@candacewalsh8726 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you letting us follow your creative process unedited. Not many KZfaqrs do:) Glad you achieved the look you wanted! I think with a wash especially black, it’s good to start with a 50/50 mix. It’s easier to add more than to take it off:) Great video. Thank you

@pamelacoop2406 4 жыл бұрын

New to your channel ❤️ I love your content.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome!!

@lisapieper3598 4 жыл бұрын

Really turned out nice! I will definitely use this technique. Thx for sharing!

@brendafalk5162 4 жыл бұрын

You gave this piece new life. It is lovely and definitely "more you." I think the wash simplified its look and made it richer. And looks so good paired with the lovely chair. I do think the hardware is probably solid brass (test with a magnet) and you could just buff it up with a brass polish to get the same look. So much is plated these days, but that desk came from an era when solid brass was often used. T!he desk is really beautiful

@PilotCristina 4 жыл бұрын

I always get so excited when you upload. I absolutely love your style.

@LazyDIY-THRIFT 4 жыл бұрын

Sarah, you are such a valuable resource! Thank you for all the time you are about to save me!!! New friend, new fan, new subbie ❤️❤️❤️

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome!!

@abbiekaric8949 3 жыл бұрын

I would have had a heart attack if I realized what I wanted to do did not initially work out. You did a great job!

@abiering 4 жыл бұрын

Love the technique. Never heard of it before. TFS

@wagnerfamily2043 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this desk on FB marketplace bc of you! But mine is already painted an ugly 2-tone. So I’m currently working on stripping it. I hope I can make mine as beautiful as yours.

@maeb7723 3 жыл бұрын

I love it! I also agree 100% with you on your "painting furniture philosophy"... Why leave it the wood tone if you don't love it that way? 🤔

@desireemarana4997 4 жыл бұрын

I definitely would have cleaned the piece first and gone with a mineral paint and painted sections and wiped back then move on. If you ever decide to do this piece over try shackteau black beach.

@dianewhitmire5068 2 жыл бұрын

A little lost in this one but loved your sandals!

@sweetstoryphotography5660 3 жыл бұрын

What was the topcoat you used on the desktop? I have the same wear issue with my well loved furniture pieces.

@sueblaisdell2923 10 ай бұрын

It looks like antique mahogany, which I think they used to paint black.

@jackieclark817 4 жыл бұрын

I cringed when you said you were going to black wash it but you were right, it is beautiful! ❤️

@superannieoakley4513 4 жыл бұрын

I've got an old Duncan Phyfe piece that's sorta beat up on the corners & I've been wanting to try this method but I'm afraid I'll mess it up. Your piece turned out great. Maybe I'll get brave one day! lol

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

You can do it! :)

@bethmann3283 4 жыл бұрын

It really did turn out beautiful! But as a rule, wax is always last, you can't put a topcoat over wax, it won't have the paint to adhere to. It can't adhere to wax.

@spenciegirl9630 4 жыл бұрын

Ohhhhhhhh..... I love it! So glad you did show the process... Seeing you work through the issues helped me. I have an old secretary that's going to get this treatment... ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@SarahsOctoberHome 3 жыл бұрын

I know you probably won’t see this comment, but I painted a writing desk in chalkboard too, by Magnolia. I felt it was blue too, even after I added the wax🙃 Your desk turned out pretty🖤

@SheHoldsDearly 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I try to see all comments! (Though sometimes they're missed!) Did you end up leaving your desk, or did you try something else after the wax to color correct?

@SarahsOctoberHome 3 жыл бұрын

@@SheHoldsDearly , I knew this was an old video so I wasn’t sure if you would see it 🙃😉 It turned out so pretty I didn’t have the heart to change it, but it certainly looks blue to me. I think I would have to repaint it again to get a true black🖤🤷‍♀️😝 I don’t feel like it 😂 I’ll send a picture over on Instagram so you can see it:)

@NotTooShabbyPatti 3 жыл бұрын

Just recently found your channel and love it! I have often heard you should not topcoat over wax because it needs to breathe. But I understand the dilemma of wanting the finish on the top to match the sides but wanting a stronger, more durable finish on the desktop. So my question is, how has the topcoat held up being over wax?

@beverlylones9552 4 жыл бұрын

The desk is gorgeous!💕😊

@JShow78 3 жыл бұрын

Do you think if I use mms milk paint in typewriter but water it down like a stain (maybe add a touch of trophy to bring out more grey) that this can work? Thanks (it’s an old oak dresser btw)

@SheHoldsDearly 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! That will be great. :)

@mildredz7777 2 жыл бұрын

Usastes pintura roja? Cual?

@kaihandren9309 4 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to tell you that you are a double for Marylou Henner!! Ever hear that before ? I think that's a very good thing !

@marg0martinez 2 жыл бұрын

So the Rub and Buff kinda works like a paint for metal? If so, does it hold up enough that I could use it on kitchen hardware?

@SheHoldsDearly 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, it works great on hardware, even in the kitchen!

@rachelvandyke462 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful ❤️ I am getting ready to do this to a vanity I recently purchased. I am in the market for a chair like yours....any suggestions?

@SheHoldsDearly 3 жыл бұрын

You can check second hand/craigslist/thrift - remembering to look at the BONES of the chair, not necessarily the finished look, since the upholstery and the color or treatment on the wood can easily be changed - or you can view this post below, where I have some similar chairs linked at the very bottom that can be found at retail. sheholdsdearly.com/french-chair-makeover-2/

@sandraweiler5971 4 жыл бұрын

So am I understanding you correctly, that you can put topcoat on top of wax??? Love your videos! 🌸

@barbarajwegener3606 4 жыл бұрын

First time watcher-and I love it! And perfect timing for me! Do you have a link for the pull rub?

@barbarajwegener3606 4 жыл бұрын

I found it! Thanks again for the information on how to color wash.

@kathybinkley840 4 жыл бұрын

Sara I would like to share this with you. I was getting on another youtuber tutorial to see how she did something for her bathroom that I was questioning for mine and you pop up about painting this desk. I have a desk and Ive wanted to paint it to and Ive been waiting because I couldn't decide what I wanted and its going to be my work desk to. I follow you but I have no doubt God said Kathy, you need to get your bedroom in order because we are remodeling and I have paper, books, etc on the floor. So glad I watched and I love the outcome. Did you paint the hardware black first, as I couldn't tell. I'm going your route. I loved it.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

So glad this was helpful! The hardware was already black - I just added the gold rub n buff product!

@bonzibonnie 4 жыл бұрын

I love painted furniture, if it is done correctly..... Mmmmm define correctly....It is art so is there a correct way? Probably not. Just finished a buffet in white, farmhouse....Just to stark. I have dark wax but I think I should paint it in a creamy old white. The dark wax would show to many brush strokes and I have already waxed it. So, old white, if I can find any. Then wax again...... I guess. Mmmmm do I have to sand it? Because of the wax that is already on it? Mmmmmm. Love your desk, it turned out very nice.

@ginamaria2579 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE it just beautiful ... Sarah where did you find your son’s lockers ?

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

We got them free from an old job site!

@ginamaria2579 4 жыл бұрын

She Holds Dearly thank you 🙏

@melissagillespie9402 4 жыл бұрын

I love how this turned out, and I think I’m going to try it. I have 2 furniture pieces that look like that desk with the same kind of pulls. They’re dining room pieces that I’m using in my living room. The sideboard is being used for my TV. I’ve chalk painted a few things and I haven’t really enjoyed the look, but this technique looks great! My question is, what was that product you mentioned that you would use on the top of the desk? I thought you couldn’t put anything on top of wax? I’ll definitely need something to make the tops of my pieces more durable.

@3litangels 12 күн бұрын

I think if you would have sanded it first it might shone more grain and less red

@vegrunner6688 2 жыл бұрын

Just found you today and like your content, but ....no, this just makes me want to cry. There are plenty of beat-up or uninteresting pieces that could be painted. The original had beautiful two-tone colors.

@VintageMarket 4 жыл бұрын

I think it looks amazing! Good job!!

@Talletc 4 жыл бұрын

I came here from My Soulful Home, 5 reasons to love brown furniture. 🤣

@mysterymccarthy6851 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect! I love this! I have a question for ya: I have a house of wood furniture that is already painted black (yes, everything is black lol!) I love the black, but it does impart a feeling of cold, perhaps too much, and I would like to increase the feeling of warmth. I love the idea of having the warm wood tones show through, but to strip all my furniture down and black wash, that would be a mountain of work for me. I'm wondering if I might be able to short cut this, by taking super duper fine grit sand paper, and lightly sanding the centers of drawers, just enough to let a little wood show through, and then waxing it with dark wax? Wondering if anybody has any advice to offer, I would appreciate it very much, thank you.

@annm6941 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this desk before not so much now though. Not a fan of painting all antiques!

@naylak5718 3 жыл бұрын

Awwww, I liked it before. *covers eyes*

@SheHoldsDearly 3 жыл бұрын

That's OK! We're allowed to have differences in our styles! Maybe this technique will come in handy for you on a different type of piece. :)

@gegeschannel8836 4 жыл бұрын

I miss the trim color on each drawer

@jeannetterhodes19 3 жыл бұрын

It hurts my heart to see you use sandpaper on antiques. I was taught that you use sandpaper with new wood and 0000 steel wool with antiques . But then again I am “old school”, so maybe that’s not how it’s done now. All and all, I absolutely love what you are doing with your home!

@vcherylcollins6290 4 жыл бұрын

I have to agree with a lot of viewers. This piece just doesn't translate into something beautiful. But beauty is such a subjective thing. Happy you like it though.

@maryford2761 Жыл бұрын

When applying a faux finish to make it look old, think a lot the wear patterns. Which areas of the desk would be rubbed through use and touching? Chalk paint was a mistake, because of its’ structure. You would have been better off creating a glaze. You can buy the clear glaze medium at Lowe’s or Home Depot. Then you mix it with regular paint until you get the opacity you desire. Why don’t you do a buff of the wax? It’s part of the technique

@sandiwalker761 4 жыл бұрын

I love painted furniture but I don't think I could have touched those drawer fronts. That being said, it IS your desk. Black washing is a little too uncertain for me. Sandi

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your thoughts. Having it fit better in the design of our room was important to me, and I'm really happy with how it turned out! :)

@pattibrandon8221 4 жыл бұрын

Your chair would look nice , if you did it like the desk .

@jacques3893 4 жыл бұрын

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@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

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@shopgirl_ny152 4 жыл бұрын

I typically love painted furniture over wood grain, but, sorry, not this time. At. All. That wood was beautiful, especially with the lighter inlaid pieces.

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

I love that we're all entitled to our own opinions in design! :)

@marieradatsz4126 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry I feel you have just ruined a perfectly lovely desk. Normally I like what you do and to be honest you really likingit did not come across on your vlog. What you were saying and your expression didn't match up x

@SheHoldsDearly 4 жыл бұрын

One of the things I love about design is that there are so many different styles and viewpoints! I can appreciate yours, but I do really love how the desk turned out! At first I wasn't really loving the navy hue, but the color has turned even darker since it has had a few days to cure, and it's lovely!