Today, I’m sharing a fun before and after! I used Fusion Mineral Paint in Ash to give an old chair a new look. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know how much I love taking thrifted or estate sale finds and making them over. Often, a well-made piece that has seen better days can be revived with a few coats of paint. Mineral paint is my go-to when doing these makeovers. This is not a sponsored post, but I love the Fusion brand for its ease of use, matte finish, and colors. Read more about mineral paint (including a comparison with chalk paint) here.
chair before mineral paint makeover
This chair caught my eye due to its super tall back and interesting shape. It’s not so much a “sitting” chair, but I thought it would add visual interest to an empty corner of an upstairs hall.
Painting with mineral paint
This project required very few supplies. I used Fusion mineral paint in Ash, a Staahlmeester brush, and a damp paper towel. That’s it. I am terrible at remembering to take in-progress shots, so I don’t have photos of the painting process, but here’s a step-by-step:
- I prepped the chair by wiping it down all over with a damp paper towel. This particular chair was clean and in good shape and did not require any sanding or additional prep. That’s not the case for all pieces, however, so don’t skimp on prep if your item needs a bit more love!
- I applied two light, thin coats of paint, waiting a few hours between coats. Thin coats help reduce brushstrokes, so err on the side of less paint on the brush when using mineral paint.
- I was satisfied that I hadn’t created many visible brushstrokes, but if you want to improve your finish, try a light sanding between coats. Just remember to wipe the piece down after sanding and before the next coat!
the after
Voila!
What do you think? As you can see, Ash is a dark gray with cool undertones. In certain light, it leans a touch blue, which works for me. Most of the time, though, it’s a true, rich dark gray. This corner has so much more pop now, especially with the addition of the garden stool and Nympheus pillow.
Share your mineral paint projects with me in the comments!