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cabrillo24 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
She was using this as an example of how you could bring color or update cabinets. I went from oak, to antique white with new nickle brushed hardware and will finish with a mocha glaze. Some people want to update their kitchens without paying $1000 + to have them refaced, or $5000+ to have them installed.
cabrillo24 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
I love this segment; however, shouldn't we be sanding in between coast with really fine sandpaper to ensure a smooth finish? One other question, do you paint the opposite side of the door as well?
askthedecorator (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
If you like the spray paint streak look, then I would suggest testing it out. Go to a used furniture store and purchase a cheap dresser or cabinet. Then bring it home, clean it, use liquid deglosser on it and then clean it again. Once you're finished, test out the spray paint. Before a professional faux painter starts a job, they always test out their technique. I hope that helps!
thetidewillturn (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Hey there I like it a lot how you totally made it look like new my favorite was the second one. I have a question is it ok to use spray paint for the color I want? I will use the liquid degloser and the primer but I just dont know if I will like to see the streakes I like the spray paint look what do you recomend?
askthedecorator (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Thanks! I so greatly appreciate it! Have a very Happy Holiday!
eldetijuana (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
That's ok,,, it's not the first time this happens,,, anyways, I want to congratulate you with for your videos, I hope to see you soon on HGTV. good luck.
askthedecorator (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Thank you very much! You're far too kind. To be honest, at the moment I'm married to my work. But thanks for the offer. I'm flattered.
askthedecorator (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
I'm so glad to hear the cabinets turned out beautiful! Unfortunately, there is no easy way to makeover a countertop. My best advice would be to save up for the countertops you really want. If you don't want to wait and don't mind using tile, I would suggest going to a reclamation yard and looking at the used tile. You'll be surprised by the tile you find. Some of the old tiles have great character and look wonderful.
askthedecorator (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
That's a tough call. There are kits to help you get the faux bois (fake wood) look, but it's not easy. Plus, it takes some time. If you're up for the challenge you could always try it or hire a faux painter.
askthedecorator (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Because there's a wide variety of light wood colors, my best suggestion would be to get a stained wood sample you love. Take that with you to the paint store and select three paints that you think are closest to what you want. Take those paints home and paint them on a foam board, scrap piece of drywall, etc. Hang them up on your wall and notice how they look in different lights. You'll be surprised by how different paint colors look in your home compared to how they look in the store. |
