How to Distress Paint a Coffee Table
Distressing a coffee table is an easy way to give it a rustic and classic appearance. With some inexpensive supplies and a bit of patience, your old coffee table can be transformed into a designer piece!
Materials Needed
- Paint (choose a color of your choice)
- Paint Brush
- Sand Paper or an Electric Sander
- Cloths or an Old T-Shirt
- Varnish or Polyurethane, for protection
Instructions
- Start by preparing the surface of the coffee table. Clean and sand the table surface. Make sure to remove any dirt, dust, or debris.
- After sanding, wipe off the dust and use a cloth to make sure all the sanding dust is removed from the surface.
- Next, paint the coffee table. Apply a coat of your chosen color. Allow the paint to dry. You may need to apply multiple coats of paint, depending on the color of the original wood.
- Once the paint is dry, use sandpaper or an electric sander to distress the paint and create a shabby chic look. Make sure to have a variety of vigorously sanded areas and softer areas to create contrast. If desired, you can also cover the coffee table with wood stain.
- Finally, it’s time to seal the coffee table. Use a varnish or a polyurethane to protect the coffee table from scratches and damage. Allow the sealant to dry completely before using.
And that’s how to distress paint a coffee table! Following these steps, your old coffee table will look like new, with a shabby chic vibe!
