Color change to an antique display cabinet
-
Cash on Jul 14, 2016I have one, I wouldn't change it its a great reminder of where I came from, & it reminds me how my father, loved me, for me to be the owner of such fine furniture from old, if you paint it, you're loss the value of your great piece.AM JUST SAYING, TREASURE YOUR LOVESONE THINGS SO YOU MAY PASS IT TO SOMEONE, YOU TEACH ABOUT ATINQUE'S.Helpful Reply
-
-
Jim L on Jul 14, 2016Oh my word! Why would you want to change the color of this beautiful old cabinet?! If you just can't stand it the way that it is, change the color of the interior. This cabinet is much to pretty and valuable to "mess" with the finish!Helpful Reply
-
-
Chrissy on Jul 14, 2016If painting it is what you want to do, Try Annie Sloan chalk paint. It is easy to use and no prep required. If you don't want to paint it and a quick change is your goal , try using fabric or paint on the inner back boards to add a pop of color. I have done both to antique pieces and both look great.Helpful Reply
-
-
Johnchip on Jul 14, 2016It is just too dark with century old build up. Clean or Strip off the old wax, varnish and crud. Lightly stain it with an oil product, let dry and use a danish oil or bees wax rub on compound to keep it 'clear' and lighter.Helpful Reply
-
-
Tricia Jackson Jones on Jul 14, 2016Formby's make a great product that will take off some of the old dark stain and you can coat it with their Tung Oil to protect it. I have done this several times and it just wakes the piece up without changing the original nature of the piece.Helpful Reply
-
-
Nancy Stanberry-Ktiyeb on Jul 14, 2016Formby's to clean it, place glass mirrors in the back of the shelves to brighten it and better showcase your display.Helpful Reply
-
-
Cha8468604 on Jul 14, 2016It probably has a shellac finish on it. Over time the shellac traps dirt and dust and then darkens. To mess with the original finish, however, will probably ruin its value. If you don't care about that, use steel wool and acetone and the old finish will come right off and leave the wood much lighter.Helpful Reply
-
-
Olivia McCullough on Jul 14, 2016I would NOT paint. I use a citrus base stripper one dark pieces. Sand it smooth and give a tung oil finish.Helpful Reply
-
-
Ali Kay on Jul 15, 2016I personally would give it a nice black base and do a barn red over that, distressing it to let the black come thrust. Or maybe a. Distressed eggshell /French vanilla color. Kinda depends on how the rest of your decor.Helpful Reply
-
-
Annie on Jul 15, 2016I agree about the Formby's Wood Cleaner. It takes away years of dirt. You may be quite surprised what is under the surface. It's really lovely and I'd avoid paint.Helpful Reply
-
-
Suzy kerr on Jul 15, 2016I think you should do whatever you want to with the piece to bring it into the 21st century. I would clean it and try bleaching it and if you don't like it - paint it with chalk paint and enjoy it. Forget the mirrors in back - if you paint it - put another color in the back or wallpaper it. Don't let your furniture make you a prisoner - it is for you in your time.Helpful Reply
-
-
April Monaco on Jul 15, 2016I think the above folks gave you really good advise, I like murphy's soap, wash well, tape off and then I think a beautiful dusty grey with white on the wood holding the glass. Annie Sloans is very nice paint and you won't have to strip it.Helpful Reply
-
-
Beverley Holland on Jul 15, 2016Perhaps a cloth on the inside back after cleaning the wood. Then , if not satisfied, paint?Helpful Reply
-
-
Sophia,M.,McConnery on Jul 15, 2016I like old wood.Keep it natural if you can.Clean,sand lightly with 220 grit sand paper,and fill any damage with sawdust and wood glue!Get a stain you really like.Finish it up with the liquid plastic so it is easy to clean!Helpful Reply
-
-
Martha Bliss on Jul 15, 2016My china and buffet were old (bought 2nd hand about 30 years ago) so spruced them up with several coats of Behr paint/primer and lightened up the inside too. It's up to you to paint a true antique which reduces its antique value. Or clean up the exterior as suggested and maybe paint the interior back to give it a jolt of color.Helpful Reply
- See 1 previous
-
-
Cindi Buckles Thomas on Jul 15, 2016To paint something that has a shiny appearance, do I sand first then paint. It's my old desk from my childhood and my grandson wants to paint it blue. ThanksHelpful Reply
-
-
Sharon Carson Dunham on Jul 15, 2016After many moves, my mahogany China closet from the late fifties was scratched, badly scarred, and in general, not very attractive. Sandpaper, oil based primer (mahogany is a bleeder) and paint transformed it to a pice I can now enjoy.Helpful Reply
- See 1 previous
-
-
Jan Diolosa on Jul 15, 2016It is such a lovely cabinet I wouldn't change a thing.Helpful Reply
-
-
Marie Alesi Caruana on Jul 15, 2016As suggested I would put a wood cleaner on it, no paint, then put doilies hanging over the shelves to brighten up the interior. You need to add some pretty pottery or any larger display even one with color. In my opinion the items there now are too tiny to attract attention.Helpful Reply
-
-
Pat Miller on Jul 15, 2016I have to agree with Jan Diolosa and Marie Caruana. A beautiful piece.Helpful Reply
-
-
Cindi Buckles Thomas on Jul 15, 2016Thanks!!!Helpful Reply
-
-
Barbara underwood on Jul 15, 2016I also have an antique China cabinet and I would never paint it. However, to brighten it up, I am considering inserting panels in back of each shelf. I did same thing for a bookcase in den. Inserts can be made from heavy stock paper and covered in a favorite material or decorative paper. I have not found a pattern yet. This way, you can change the appearance without painting.Helpful Reply
-
-
Joa6595835 on Jul 16, 2016Distress look with chalk paint. I would use a white chalk paint and distress areas that would have normal wear then paint the inside a different color like maybe a pink. Good luck!Helpful Reply
-
-
Jeannie on Jul 16, 2016It really depends where you plan to showcase this piece. If you are going to sell it, I would leave the finish as is. It's a golden oldie, for sure.Helpful Reply
-
-
D fuhrman on Jul 16, 2016i agree with leaving it alone and putting some beautiful wall paper on the back wall. it's such a pretty piece.Helpful Reply
-
-
Agathe Beaulieu on Jul 16, 2016IL FAUDRAIT LA PEINDRE D'UN BLANS ANTIQUE.Helpful Reply
-
-
Barbara underwood on Jul 16, 2016You are right and reflecting the china would be beautiful. I would have to measure. I suppose I could by those on the internet.Helpful Reply
-
-
Dwi5997718 on Jul 17, 2016please sell this treasure in it's current condition. please don't paint it. use that money to find a habitat store find and paint that. You won't have to tape off the glass if you slather the glass with Vaseline and the sprayed on paint will wipe off. Yaa!Helpful Reply
-
-
Demeetra on Jul 17, 2016I will try just changing the interior at first with some nice wallpaper although now there is material covering the back and shelves. I cannot take the material off as it is one piece and the shelves cannot be removed. So I will try piece by piece and see how it goes. I was thinking of something like "gold ochra" to complement the outside stain. Will posst what I do and see how it goes. Thanks for all the tips.Helpful Reply
-
-
Aco5608460 on Jul 17, 2016I would mirror the interior, or wall paper it. The exterior seems to be in excellent condition. I would not touch it. You would not want to decrease the value of an antique.Helpful Reply
-
Related Discussions
Vinyl plank flooring vs pergo (laminate)
I currently have stinky dirty carpeting in my living room and I want to replace it with a durable flooring that can stand up to dogs and kids.
How to remove popcorn ceiling that has been painted?
Does having a paint over a popcorn ceiling change how I'd remove the popcorn ceiling?
How to apply peel and stick wallpaper?
I want to spruce up my walls with peel-and-stick wallpaper. Has anyone used this before and can advise me as to how to apply it properly?
How to stain wood floor?
I've heard staining is a good technique for updating floors. So how do I stain my wood floor?
Changing the color of filing cabinet
My blue/grey lateral filing cabinet does not seem to fit in the newly painted office which has tan on one wall and bright green on the other. Any suggestions to impro... See more