All it took was 1 little can
and I was hooked.
My first project was an old table
This morning I decided to attack the top of my sewing machine base and since several people have asked about Saltwash, I thought I would show you how easy it is to use.
Saltwash is a powder you can add to any paint and I prefer to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint.
I wasn't sure how much I would need for the table top and I probably could have used a little more paint.
The paint mixed with Saltwash goes on quite lumpy.
My first two projects I mixed the Saltwash with Pure White and used the darker color as the top coat - this time I used white as the top coat.
When shot from above the table, after sanding, the green pops through the white,
but from a side view, the table top looks white.
I like how the table top turned out, but whatever my next project is, I will use white as the undercoat.
I'm having fun using Saltwash - it's simple, quick and gives a fresh new look in the house and garden.
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What an interesting product! Thanks for sharing how you used it. Your projects all look great!
ReplyDeleteFlowerLady
You have me thinking about this now. I don't have any pieces left to paint but what a great texture this gives! I can see why you're hooked my friend. The cottage is looking even MORE amazing!
ReplyDeleteThis saltwash gives an amazing aged finish...love the results!
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Wow! I really love that finish - thanks for the heads up!
ReplyDeleteThat finish is perfect for your beach cottage decor!!
ReplyDeleteWow, that gives such a cool finish... it looks genuinely old, I love that!
ReplyDeleteTania
I've never heard of salt wash, but I love the effect!
ReplyDeleteCarol, I love how your projects turned out. I like the idea of changing things up with a fresh coat of paint. Great job. Blessings for a fun filled weekend,. xoxo, Susie
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely product! I love the green colour by the way...
ReplyDeleteHave a sunny saturday!
Titti
Very cool! I had never heard of this product until now. Perfect for a beach house! :-)
ReplyDeleteIt seems the perfect paint technique for your home. Thanks for showing more about it. I'm not sure I have anything to paint these days but I certainly would consider it if I do! I really like the things you have painted with it.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a great product.
ReplyDeleteCarol, thanks for sharing more about how to use the Saltwash! Have a great weekend, Pam @ Everyday Living
ReplyDeleteThanks for aharing this when you mentioned before I hadn't a clue what it was. Now I understand the simple process thanks again. Happy weekend with love Janice
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the salt wash instructions. Looks pretty easy peasy to do. Happy Week End Carol.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris
It's the perfect product for your garden!
ReplyDeleteI love the look! Did you sand by hand or with a sander and was that part very difficult?
ReplyDeleteLove this look. I tried to go to the link but it does nothing. Can you send me the url? I prefer the white paint underneath as well. This is the perfect beach look.
ReplyDeleteAfter your last post I went right to Amazon to order but found it too expensive. I actually bought it on Etsy for less. Can't wait to use it!!
ReplyDeleteOh well Carol, look at you go!!!! Have fun!
ReplyDeletexoxo
hmmm....not sure yet if I like the Salt look but sometimes I have to get used to a different look. I've never been one to favor distressing ...chippy paint isn't for me...so not sure this is a look i will enjoy...HOWEVER, being in a beach cottage such as yours, this would fit right in, I'm sure...love all your pretty photos
ReplyDeleteI was wondering about this!
ReplyDeleteHere you are posting about it.
I like all your projects... I might have seen one on instagram too.
I've never owned a can of Annie Sloan chalk paint, I doubt I'll own a can of this Salt Wash either.
I'll wait until some post a 'make your own' version! ha!
I do like the texture and look of the furniture... it would fit right in around my old country farm house!
I like the white as an undercoat also. I was wondering if you use a sanding sponge or a hand sander.
ReplyDeleteI like the finish but the "How To" doesn't work. Did you forget to link it?
ReplyDeleteLooks like you are having plenty of fun with this product! For a minute there I thought you'd taken up rug hooking from the title! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat finish. I haven't seen this one yet. Love how you did your table!
ReplyDeleteLove the look Carol! I've got to give this a try.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
I love the finish this color creates. I'm going to look for it.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
I have never seen saltwash before. I will have to look out for it. I love the effect that you have created. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteIt's the second time I read about saltwash lately and it seems very interesting!
ReplyDeleteInteresting product. I do love the effect.
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