I Used "Liquid Wood" by Retique It to Transform Laminate Into REAL STAINED WOOD!
Updated: Nov 13, 2021
This was the original French Provencial Desk my client brought to me. She wanted it painted a light blue to match her bedroom. I suggested a white glaze and stained top. However, when I started to work on it, I found that it had 2 coats of enamel paint on it AND the top was a laminate over particle board! No option for staining!
I had heard of Liquid Wood by Retique It so I thought I would give it a try. I was AMAZED! Below are the after images. My client was thrilled with the results!
Products used in this video
Behr Chalk Paint at Home Depot
Car Washing Sponge from Dollar Tree
Varathane Oil Based Polyurethane floors
Additional products I find helpful in flipping furniture:
Zibra grip n glide 2 inch paint brush Assorted Sanding Sponges
Gray wood contact paper (for drawer bottoms)
Beech wood contact paper (for drawer bottoms) Chair Table Leg floor protectors
ChrystaLac satin sealer (does NOT yellow when used on white chalk paint)
Respirator with safety glasses
Replacement battery for Ryobi power tools
Ryobi 7 1/4 in Battery powered Miter Saw
Ryobi Electric 7 1/4 in Miter Saw
Irwin 24 inch bar clamp (I use at least 2 each time I need them)
22 in wooden drawer slide (cut to fit)
Please read all labels and follow all manufacturer safety recommendations when working with paints, stains, and other equipment and wear and use appropriate personal protection equipment. Viewers should attempt these projects at their own risk.
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