Return to Post Content Distressed finish first layer – dark brown latex paint applied along all the edges Simulated paint scratches were made with coffee stir stick Distressed finish second layer – entire bookcase given a coat of white primer Distressed finish third layer – bright blue chalk paint partial finish Distressing techniques were tested on scrap panels Simulated paint scratches in blue chalk paint layer were created with a stir stick and a quarter Random brushed fourth and final layer – beige chalk paint Bookcase with 4 layers of paint ready for distressing The front of the furniture is likely to show the most damage Legs were heavily distressed at bottom where they are most vulnerable to damage Distressed edges of top reveals all the layer colours below Distressed bookcase shelf and beadboard back Return to Post Content
