Farmhouse White Antique Dresser Makeover using the Layered Color Technique

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Remember this pink and gold beauty?

 

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This little antique dresser belongs to a friend of mine.  It was a hand-me-down piece that she was hoping to use for her youngest daughter.

Before she could move it into her daughter’s new big-girl room though, we needed to get rid of that gold and pink.

My friend wanted the distressed, white farmhouse look, and earlier this week I walked you through how I layered on 2 paint colors to get that look without stripping off the existing paint.

If you missed that step-by-step post, you can read it here–it’s got some great tips in it!

Today I have the full after photos to show you, are you ready?

 

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Goodbye pink and gold!!  Hello Farmhouse White!

 

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Can you believe this is the same dresser?  It’s no longer loud, but classic and refined.

 

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I love the turned legs these old dressers usually have.  They are absolutely charming.

 

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They match the turned arms of the mirror stand.

 

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So there you have it! Another piece made lovely with a little paint.  Thanks for stopping by!

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irisabbey

Wednesday 5th of October 2016

It's looks terrific, Melanie. When I saw the first photo, I thought that was the final product -- and I was confused. Clarity came to me and I realized, once again, you did a great job.

irisabbey

Wednesday 5th of October 2016

It's looks terrific, Melanie. When I saw the first photo, I thought that was the final product -- and I was confused. Clarity came to me and I realized, once again, you did a great job.

Joan Bell

Tuesday 26th of July 2016

Wow this looks amazing! I love the technique you used! I have a dresser I picked up at a yard sale awhile ago and haven’t been sure what to do with this until now! Thank you for sharing! :D

Joan Bell

Tuesday 26th of July 2016

Wow this looks amazing! I love the technique you used! I have a dresser I picked up at a yard sale awhile ago and haven’t been sure what to do with this until now! Thank you for sharing! :D

Susie from The Chelsea Project

Tuesday 12th of July 2016

This is a real show stopper. Love the color so much. You do the most amazing work. We are so thrilled to have this piece shared with us at Friday"s Furniture Fix. Thanks so much. Susie from The Chelsea Project

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