It’s no secret that the shabby-chic look is in. And while temperatures soar well past the 40°C mark here in the desert, there’s no reason why the inside of your home can’t resemble a quaint country cottage.
We won’t lie – distressing a piece of furniture takes a bit of physical effort. The outcome, however, is well worth the elbow grease. To begin, grab the following items: the object to be distressed, satin latex paint or stain (keep in mind the colour palette of your home), a paintbrush, sandpaper and a cloth.
Begin by sanding down any imperfections or marks on the wood. Wipe the residue off with a clean cloth. Continue by painting the entire piece – front and back – with the paint of your choice. If you have a colour scheme in place that’s difficult to match, opt for a neutral colour or a stain that’s similar to the natural colour of the wood.
Once the item is dry, begin to sand off areas that would normally end up distressed. These areas are typically ones that are easily scuffed or marked, or even where hands would have held it. Once again, wipe the residue off with the cloth.
