Unfortunately, it turned out horribly - the entire top was totally splotchy and mottled. I applied it with a waxing brush and waited 15 minutes, then buffed it with a white, lint-free cloth (T-shirt) as per their instructions. I ended up using Dixie Belle's Best Dang Wax! in clear. So I decided to wax the top of the dresser since that's the part that gets the most wear and tear and could use a little protection. NOTE: I'm not a big fan of furniture wax, since I think it can take away from the chalky look of the paint, but it does help protect your paint job. Once it's all completely dry, apply wax as desired. Paint any parts of the dresser that are left, i.e., sides, legs, back (I usually leave the back of a dresser unpainted since it will most likely be placed against a wall and no one will see the back), and any appliques that have not already been painted (optional - I chose not to paint mine).ġ1. I used two coats of Dixie Belle Slick Stick. If the top (or any other parts) of the dresser is made of laminate, be sure to pre-treat it with some form of primer. Before putting the drawers back in, paint the front of the dresser (all areas that will be visible even after drawers are put back in place). Once the paint is dry, reattach drawer hardware.Ĩ. I used Rust-Oleum Chalked Ultra Matte Paint in Aged Gray.

Some people leave them in while they paint them, especially if using a paint sprayer, but I prefer to take them out to paint them. Tape off any areas you want protected from paint with painter's tape.Ħ. If you are going to refinish or paint them, now would be a good time.ĥ. Remove all hardware and clean it well with TSP or Barkeeper's Friend, then place in well-marked zip-locked bags (so you know which drawers they should be returned to). Once dry (or following the brand's instructions), sand the areas smooth and vacuum away any dust before painting.Ĥ. Inspect the piece for any gouges and/or nicks in the wood.ģ.

Clean the inside of the drawers with a dusting cloth and a hand vacuum if necessary.Ģ. Clean the outside of the dresser with either a combination of vinegar and water solution, Magic Erasers or TSP. Step-By-Step Guide To Painting A French Provincial Dresserġ. Below you'll find my list of things to do when taking on this French provincial dresser makeover DIY project. It also created a great surface for my Rust-Oleum paint to cling to. It creates no fumes and washes up easily with soap and warm water. Two coats of Slick Stick ended up looking and feeling like chalk paint.

Kid dresser drawer pulls