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Goodwill Credenza (part 2)

May 19, 2014 By stylishrevamp Leave a Comment

(The saga continues…)

How to Revamp Goodwill Finds into Family Treasures

I finished my Goodwill Credenza a couple of weeks ago and it is still sitting in my garage.  I am not ready to move it into the sunroom quite yet.

I really like how it turned out. I do not have any decent photos of the piece but once I move it inside I will post updated photos.

Vintage Goodwill Credenza

Once we got it sanded down, I used a mahogany stain on the top.  I did three coats and lightly sanded between each coat.  On the base of the

credenza I used chalk paint.  I mixed up my own chalk paint and I have to say that I loved it.  It went on so smooth and was much cheaper to

make my own and

the paint colors are now unlimited!

Chalk Paint Recipe

1 Part plaster of paris

2 part flat latex paint

I mixed the plaster of paris with a little bit of water and stirred it until it was smooth and was the texture of glue.  I added the paint to the

plaster of paris mixture and stirred until it was thoroughly mixed.  I talked to some people that have tried this formula and thought it was a bit

grainy but I did not have this issue.

The only thing I had to do when I was painting was add a bit more water from time to time. I am such a slow painter that the mixture would

get a little thick but once I added a little water and stirred it it was fine.  I also use this mixture on another smaller project and had no issues.

Once the paint was dry I used Annie Sloan clear wax. Once I buffed that I let it set for a day or two.  I then mixed some of the Annie Sloan clear

wax with some dark wax I had on hand which was BriWax. I applied it with a brush then rubbed it off.  It toned down the white paint and

gave it a worn feel  which will go well with the other pieces of furniture in the room. The credenza was missing most of the hardware so I

picked up some black knobs at Home Depot. I am so happy with this piece and the fact that it was only $40 makes it even better!

Oak Credenza From Goodwill DIY Chalk Paint

When I get this piece moved into the sunroom, I will take some more pictures so you can get a better idea of what it looks like.


UPDATE

Finally…the picture I promised of the credenza in the Sunroom.  We’ve been using it in the Sunroom for about 5 months.  I have always loved having the tv concealed but I like this set up now.  I guess a girl is allowed to change her mind!

Goodwill Credenza Update Chalk Paint and Stain

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