What Specialty Paints Would You Recommend For Our Cabinets?

I got this question awhile back  from a reader-

I need some advice on what to do with our cabinets… we are looking to antique it a bit …

I do have a question about the application. Everything I read on here notes brush and roller application. Is it possible to spray through an hvlp gun or a cup gun? I’m just worried it won’t look like it was done professionally if I brush it.  What color and system of yours would you recommend?

• RECLAIM

If someone is looking for a more  all-over even looking finish, and doesn’t want to put a lot of effort into creating it, then I recommend the Reclaim line.    The Reclaim wont level out from brushing, that’s why the recommended application is rolling – not with foam but a whizz roller.   There is a slight stipple but from a foot away it looks pretty darn nice for a DIY application.  It is the quickest – rolls out in 2-3 coats – and has a built in sealer so if you aren’t going to have heavy use/scrubbing  then the paint finish when dry is good to go.   I find that most customers interested in using the Reclaim are still choosing to add an additional topcoat over the paint finish, for extra protection.    This paint will cure to a hard finish within 30 days.

How to describe?   resembles rolled on satin latex paint. Clean.

Reclaim on left, Texture Basecoat on right

• TEXTURED BASECOATS (Country Living Line)

The textured basecoats can be brushed out smoother, or stippled on for a more textural finish. Brushed on can result in a smoother ‘clean’ enough for my eyes,  BUT it does require some effort.  The paint is thicker by nature, so it will leave brush marks.   With sanding effort AFTER the paint is dry it can be taken down to a smoother finish.  On the plus, it is very durable once dry, almost like an INSTANT cure.  On the downside, it’s quite matte when it dries, and requires a topcoat for washability.  No biggy, most folks WANT to topcoat to add a sheen.

How to describe?  A painted finish… rustic…. custom…  if applied thicker,  looks primitive,  country…

Texture Basecoat

• CE CE CALDWELL CHALK CLAY PAINTS

The CeCe paint flows off the paint brush, almost leveling itself out as you go.  It offers the best coverage of all three paints.  1-2 coats will cover your surface and it’s final finish will be more even than the Textured Basecoat.  If you lightly sand it when its dry (it doesn’t take much)  you can create an even smoother looking finish.    This finish MUST be sealed – you can brush on the CeCe Clear Wax for furniture finishes, and for more durability (like kitchens and tabletops) CeCe offers a brush/roll on Satin Finish.   I also like Textureline’s Flat Wax and Satin Wax combo, applied with a damp cellulose sponge it’s easy to apply, and will cure rock hard.    Approximate cure 30 days.

How to describe?  Creamy,  smoothest brushed on finish, Custom.

CeCe Caldwell

Any of the above specialty paints are great choices for EASY painting -  no sanding, stripping or priming necessary – just make sure you start with a clean, dry, wax free surface.

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A Workshop Week… Textureline Finishes ROCK!

Last week I visited the Plaster Center & Minneapolis Institute of Fine Finishes and instructed a 2 day workshop on Easy Cabinet and Furniture Finishes

I loved his studio!  An old building, up a couple floors, in the city of Minneapolis… old plank floors, windows with natural light, high exposed ceilings, tons of room…. an artist’s dream….

It was a fun two days

with cool finishes created

Like those stencils?  I’m finally carrying stencils now, designed right here in Metro Detroit!

Drew Beninati, artist and owner, is the guy that is the colorant genius for Textureline products.   Textureline makes everything  from glazes and pigments to plasters and stone finishes.    Did you know I carry Textureline products as well?  

At the end of our class we played around a bit with some new Moire Metallic Plaster colors.  I created this

That was last week.

This past week Drew flew here, to teach a two day workshop on troweled plaster finishes at my studio.  I  buzzed around all week getting everything in order. The back drop is troweled grey Sedonna plaster

Textureline sample finishes decorate the wall

I dressed  up this wall with two finishes

a sweet metallic textured finish on top, and a troweled Moire plaster on the bottom -  both finishes will be taught in an upcoming 3 hour workshop

I got to meet John and Greg from ProFaux out of Akron, Ohio.   I learned so much from John,  and Greg blew me away with his creativity

It was a pleasure hosting Drew -  he’s one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met, and offers a finish-packed  2 day workshop

I’ve got some great stuff in the works -   next week I’ll be adding some new products for purchase, both online and in store.  Look for powder pigments and metallic waxes  in 4 ounce samplers AND as a sample kit.  Additionally, I’ll be stocking several more topcoats that will be useful with cabinet and furniture finishes- a flat wax and satin wax, both applied with a damp sponge – as easy as a wipe-on poly, but more durable.

Look for our summer workshop schedule this week – adding some new sessions,  CeCe Chalk Paint Techniques,  Animal Hide Texture Top Finish,  and a  Simple Wall Finishes Workshop.

Come check us out

Fabulous Finishes Studio 

A Specialty Paints Retailer

49972 Van Dyke Rd

Shelby Township, Mi 48317

888-819-1490

Tuesday, Thursday  10am – 530pm

Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10am – 430pm

shop.fabfinisher.com

Carrie Caromal’s Her Coffee And End Tables…

Patty,

  Hi!  I have a couple of questions. I have a coffee table and two end tables just like the table you did in your shop. 

Warning: Before painting clean surface and remove small children

It is the one with the wisteria bottom and the top is a blend of colonial blue, bayberry, putty, and parchment.  My question is:  my coffee table is black with a dark walnut top. How many coats do you think it will to cover the black and do I need to sand in between each coat?  I ordered all of the colors in the textured base coat line and have two coats of wisteria on and I can still see black through it.  Is this normal. I have enclosed a picture of what I am talking about.    Thank you so much.  I am excited to see how this project turns out!!!!    Carrie

Hi Carrie,

… Okey – so you’re table is dark  -  if you look at my finish, you can see some of the wood color coming through – yours could come through but just be darker…

If you want most of your dark color covered  then you might need 2 layers of dragging those colors -  and no, I wouldn’t sand in between – no need to… just paint it thinner…  

I love your table props!     My bottom was white to start with….   you’ll need more wisteria on your bottom -   brush another full coat of wisteria over that base – don’t water it down…  you should be white then…. 

Patty,
  I got all three tables done and they are holding up great!!  People are so impressed and I have been recommending your website and paint.  I am including a couple of pictures of the finished project. 

Thanks again for your help,
Carrie

Yummy!

Love them Carrie!

Thank you for sharing your project!

For more information about the Caromal Colours textured basecoats,  head here   distressing paints

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A Texturline Wall Finishes Workshop Is Scheduled For May…

An Introduction to Trowel-On Coatings Featuring

This two-day course is designed to introduce the established painting and fine finishing contractors to today’s in-demand decorative architectural coatings. This course features Texturline decorative products. Participants learn 8 application techniques, instructions on surface preparation, trowel techniques, material costs and how to sell todays in demand decorative wall finishes

Participants will produce 8 portfolio quality sample boards:

• Texturline Moiré shimmering silk-like wall finish
• Stucco Antico all natural venetian plaster technique
• Sedona coarse metallic plaster with sparkle
• Create a beautiful patina with metallic and iridescent waxes
• Old world Calce Veniziano
• Simple Two tone Moiré metallic plaster
• Mock Texture Two Tone with Lustra Metallic plaster
• Carolina Sandstone , a distressed plaster finish with a color wash

Includes: Lunch, refreshments, course book & Moiré Colors by Drew fan deck.

Instructor: Drew Beninati, Founder of Minneapolis Institute of Fine Finishes, Colorist and Fine Finisher; Creator, Colors by Drew™

Date & Time: May 17 &18th, 9am to 5pm

Location: Fabulous Finishes, 49972 Van Dyke Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48317
Cost: $300.00/ 50 % deposit upon registration
To Register: Call 888-819-1490 or
fabfinisher@gmail.com