Don't you just hate the mess sanding can make? We have a great alternative for you that creates a beautifully shabby chic finish on any Country Chic Paint project!
In this brand new video tutorial, we'll show you our tips and tricks on how to wet distress your painted furniture to reveal color layers and avoid the mess and health problem sanding can cause.
How To Wet Distress Chalk Based Paint Without Sanding
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Watch this video to see Rosanne wet distressing a chair to reveal Lazy Linen beneath Vintage Cupcake!
Step 1) The first coat
Apply one coat of paint to your piece; let it dry completely. If you’re painting a piece made of raw or primed wood or MDF, then it’ll likely be ready for its second coat within an hour.
Step 2) The second coat
Apply a second coat in a different/contrasting color. Wait about 1-2 hours until the paint is dry to the touch.
Step 3) Distressing with a kitchen scrubby
Once your final paint coat is dry, grab yourself a bucket of water and a lint-free rag or scouring pad (kitchen scrubby). Make sure that your cloth is nice and wet, but not so much that it drips. Use the wet rag to gently rub across the surface in a back & forth motion.
Step 3) Distressing with a wet cloth
Make sure to apply only a little pressure at first, because you don't want to take off more of the paint layer than you intend. You can always apply more pressure if you’d like.
Frequently asked questions
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