DIY VINTAGE WHITE FURNITURE

One of Leslie’s favorite DIY tools is paint powder, which you can mix with water. Here’s how you can

use it to refinish a piece with a vintage vibe.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

Furniture of choice

TSP or another furniture cleaner

Sand paper

Paint powder (Leslie uses Old Barn Milk Paint) Water, as required for the paint powder

Paint stir stick

Paint brush of choice

Paint scraper

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Prepare the piece by cleaning it and following it up with a light sanding. Don’t skip this step, as the paint will last longer if you prep the surface correctly.

Mix the paint powder with the required amount of water and mix thoroughly.

Apply the paint to the piece for your desired appearance, waiting between coats for the paint to dry. Use one coat for a thin and rustic layer, or two to three for a solid look.

Use a paint scraper to chip away the paint in areas where, as Leslie says, “natural aging would take place,” such as corners and edges. This is where paint such as her favorite Old Milk Barn Paint truly shines and chips away perfectly for a vintage effect.

"It was built for a different style of living, so we wanted to open up the kitchen, make abigger family room and create outdoor living.” Another flea-market find, Leslie repurposed this small vintage cabinet to serve as a farmhouse-style bar cart.