An Original Decor
Even before I started renovating the kitchen, my head was full of decorating ideas.
On this space above the island I dreamed of having shelves. Loving originality as well as recovery, I had planned to give a makeover to the old hutch of our china cabinet, but the installation of a retractable door weakened this wall, so it was no longer possible to install the heavy hutch.
For several months I’ve been searching for the original element that would give this rather sober and uncluttered short story a nice touch.
While rummaging through our treasure chest, my husband had the brilliant idea of salvaging an old window from our century-old house and adding a shelf.
List of Products Used
- Colorantic chalk paint Cotton ball
- Colorantic chalk paint Tractor dust
- Colorantic natural beeswax
- Colorantic violet oval brush #10 synthetic
- XL Colorantic round brush
- 16 mm round brush for Colorantic wax
- Colorantic two-grain sandblasting Bloc
- Colorantic granular hand and brush cleaner
- Green ribbon
- Cotton rag
- Water spray bottle
- Black spray paint
Window Design
First, I removed the old, flaking paint using the stiff brush.
I dusted it very well using the air compressor to remove the dirt that had accumulated in every nook and cranny.
Once the masking tape was attached, I was ready to paint.
Then, in a small quantity of cotton ball paint, I added a little water. This lightened the paint (I always prefer to work with small quantities at a time, so as not to waste paint).
Using the #10 oval brush, I applied lightly and randomly to reveal the window’s natural greyish wood.
As soon as I’d finished applying the paint, I wiped it off in certain places with a damp cloth until the desired effect was achieved.
Once the paint was completely dry, I lightly sanded it with the two-grit sanding block to accentuate the wear in the right places.
Too much wear…no problem, you can correct it by adding paint.
Painting the Shelf
My husband helped me with the shelf. Not wanting to weigh down the window, he opted for basswood, which is a very light wood and works well.
Using a variety of tools, he has succeeded in giving it the look of aged wood.
Before painting the board, I gently brushed the wood using a steel brush. I sprayed a little water in some places to bring out the wood grain, to accentuate the aged effect.
To achieve the window’s natural greyish colour, I applied a coat of Tractor Dust over the entire board, using the #10 oval brush.
Then, before the paint dried completely, I sprayed on a little water and immediately applied the Cotton Ball colour, making sure to mix the two colours well with my brush.
Once this was done, I used a damp cloth and wiped it down in a few places to bring out the grey.
The Stencil
On the reverse side of the window, I secured the stencil with masking tape and sprayed the black spray paint at a distance of about 12 inches, taking care to spray lightly to avoid drips.
Protection
Using the XL round wax brush, I applied the natural beeswax to all surfaces, one section at a time, then polished it off using a cloth (t-shirt).
Always in search of originality, we opted for planter hooks to support the shelf.
I’m absolutely delighted with my man’s brilliant idea. It’s a wonderful focal point I’ve been dreaming of for a wow effect in my kitchen.
I love decorating it according to the season, and its look is always appreciated by our guests.
La récupération and Colorantic, the perfect duo for a personalized decor that reflects your image.
Diane Lavoie
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