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Upcycled Red Writing Desk

Add a touch of the shabby chic to your home office with the new FolkArt Home Decor Chalk.

At a Glance:

#5417 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Logo
supplies

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Imperial, 8 oz. - 34153

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Wax - Antiquing, 8 oz. - 34171

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.
instructions

Other Supplies

Desk of choice, 1” flat brush, Medium grid sandpaper, Soft cloth

Instructions

  1. Basecoat the stool with Imperial. Add a second coat. Allow to dry.
  2. Sand in areas where you would like to looked distressed. Wipe off.
  3. Add coat of Dark Wax on top. Allow to dry. Buff with a soft cloth.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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