I started by stripping and staining the top. It had surface damage and needed a face lift. I didn't go as dark as usual on the stain but I really like the way it turned out.
I gave it two coats of ASCP Emperor's Silk. This red is actually a little more barn red -orangeish than I expected. This photo is not true to color :(
I added a coat of clear wax, distressed it, and then topped it off with a dark wax glaze. The dark wax did the trick and tamed down the red.
I was too lazy creative and decided not to take the hardware off, but to paint over it. That's another plus to Annie Sloan paint!
I'd have red desk envy but I already own it!
It will be going to the shop this week!
Sharing at these parties this week:
I have red desk envy! It looks great!
ReplyDeleteHolly
Wow!! I am not normally a red person, but this is stunning!! Great job!
ReplyDeleteAmazing!! I love it! It's a piece of art, and I love what you did with the handles. Perfect touch. So sweet of you to take my advice! LOL
ReplyDeleteGreat choice on the red (and I love the other piece you referred to also). I've got to get on the ASCP band wagon!
ReplyDeleteBetsy
Perfect color choice! And I love the curvy leg sticking out, very flirty, very Angelina Jolie!
ReplyDeleteGreat finish & color, especially for summertime! I'm sure it will sell quickly at your shop!
ReplyDeletexo Lynda
I love red! It really gave this piece a lot of pizazz!
ReplyDeleteOh yes! I think this will be a real show stopper in your shop. The wax and distressing made all the difference in making it classy. Great job on your work and on being brave! I saw your post over at "Cowgirl Up!"
ReplyDeleteRed desk envy, indeed! this looks terrific!
ReplyDeletelooks beautiful! I always love me a red desk. reminds me of my beloved aunt who had one...... :)
ReplyDeleteI love red! It looks great!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Pinned it! Found at http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/2012/06/nifty-thrifty-tuesday-no118-and.html
ReplyDeleteGorgeous red desk. This post is so inspirational. I would love it if you could share this awesome post at our What’s It Wednesday linky party. I hope you can join us.
ReplyDeletePaula
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It turned out lovely! I have this desk that needs something...I have been playing around with the thought of painting it red...but not quite sure yet. Yours turned out nice and it's making me think harder on the idea!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness...this is the first time that I have seen this color of ASCP and I love it!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
Hi! I'm visiting from Furniture Friday. I love your little red desk. I imagine it will go out the door fast! Thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteCarolyn
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