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French Blue Dresser Makeover

January 29, 2017 ~ 186 Comments

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An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

Before jumping back into more guest bedroom makeover updates, I have to take a second to give y’all a big ol’ bear hug and say thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of you who have given me encouragement on Facebook and Instagram since announcing our moving news and how emotional it’s been. As of yesterday, Robert and I made an offer on a house! I cannot wait to show it off and share what our new adventure will be, but I don’t want to count my chickens before they hatch just yet.

Okay, so back to the guest bedroom. This post contains what I think might be my favorite furniture makeover EVER! And that’s sayin’ something.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

I recently scored this beaten up dresser on my local Facebook buy/sell/trade group for $20 !!! It was a total steal. I really don’t think anyone else in that group saw the potential in this little beauty… poor thing.

But do you SEE those pretty side details? I mean… sex-ay!

Supplies Used:  (Affiliate links are provided below convenience.)

  • Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness
  • Homestead House Wax in Espresso
  • Minwax Stain in Weathered Oak
  • Mouse sander
  • Minwax Polycrylic in matte finish
  • Coarse grit and medium grit sanding pads
  • Paint brush
  • Clean, dry lint-free rags
  • Wax brush
  • Cast iron hardware

I wanted to get rid of the orangey color on the dresser but still retain some wood tone, so I sanded down the top entirely with my mouse sander, first with coarse grit and then medium grit for a smooth finish.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

I wiped away all of the sanding dust and then applied two coats of the Minwax Weathered Oak, following the directions on the back of the can. I loooooove this color of stain. I use it every chance I get. It’s very light but pulls out a lot of the natural shade variations in the wood and adds just a hint of gray.

It’s my favorite part about our dining table that I used it on a few months ago.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

On the rest of the dresser, I brushed on two coats of the Fusion Champness. It’s a gorgeous color!

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

I knew I wanted to give the piece an antique French look, so I toned down the blue a bit by brushing on the Homestead House Espresso wax, working it into the painted finish and details with a wax brush. This is by far my favorite wax to work with. Other dark waxes I’ve used seem to dry much faster and are more opaque. I feel like I have more control with this one.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

I replaced the existing hardware with some new knobs and handles I picked up at Hobby Lobby for 50% off, and if I walked passed this little dresser on the street now, I don’t think I’d recognize it.

Helloooooooooooo! Wow.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

Hard to believe it was just a junky $20 piece before, huh? It would easily go for several hundred in a boutique somewhere. Paint is just amazing like that.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

I’ve got all the heart eyes for this planked detail on the sides.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

I left a little extra wax in the corners of the drawers to add more depth too.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

And that stain on the top just makes me want to do backflips… you know, if I was more coordinated like that.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

Since we’re moving things all over the place right now, I decided my book page botanical prints and $5 thrift store lamp would be right at home here. The rest, I just stole from my mom that she had in other places of her house. Shh… don’t tell. 😉

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

So here’s where we are with the rest of the to-do list in this space:

  • Find and paint an armoire for toy & book storage
  • Find and paint a dresser
  • Makeover bed headboard/footboard
  • Makeover nightstands
  • Buy some art
  • Update lighting
  • Add rug
  • Get bedding and pillows
  • Make window seat cushion (My mom’s job because I’m a lost cause on sewing skills.)
  • Add curtains?

I just picked up the perfect rug along with some pretty pillows, and it’s all coming together PERFECTLY!!!! The rug came from Overstock and the euro pillow and striped pillow both came from Target.

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

Whatchya think? Looks like something shipped over from France? Maybe? I’m so excited to see how the rest of this room will look in the end.

If you want to save this post for later, you can pin it here:

French Blue Dresser Makeover | blesserhouse.com - An orange wood thrifted dresser gets a French blue makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champness and Homestead House Wax in Espresso.

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*A big thanks to Fusion Mineral Paint for providing paint to sponsor this post. As always, all opinions are 100% my own.

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Comments

  1. Diana E. says

    January 29, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    I’m not usually a huge blue fan, but that dresser is absolutely beautiful! Great job!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 30, 2017 at 10:41 am

      Thanks, Diana! I know what you mean. There’s a fine line between elegant French blue and baby boy nursery blue.

      Reply
  2. Dianne Gingrich says

    January 30, 2017 at 7:54 am

    Just gorgeous! Can’t wait to see the rest of the room.
    Congratulations on your new home.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 30, 2017 at 10:40 am

      Thank you, Dianne!

      Reply
  3. Vivian says

    January 30, 2017 at 9:09 am

    Oh my goodness, you’ve out done it this time!!! That dresser is absolutely beautiful! Cannot wait to see the finished room.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 30, 2017 at 10:40 am

      Thanks, Vivian!

      Reply
  4. Heather says

    January 30, 2017 at 9:39 am

    I know what you mean by it being your favorite transformation. It’s absolutely gorgeous! That color of blue is perfect with the wood stain. Man! Well done!!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 30, 2017 at 10:40 am

      Thanks, Heather!

      Reply
  5. Helga says

    January 30, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    So stunning, you did an awesome job. Love, love… and all for $20 bucks!
    Hope you are doing a little better in regards to purchasing a new home for your family.
    Good luck!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:56 pm

      Thank you, Helga! We just had our offer accepted on our new house this past weekend, so we are VERY excited about all of the new adventures to come soon. I’ll be sharing an update about all of that once we officially close on it. 🙂

      Reply
  6. [email protected] says

    January 30, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    oh la la….she’s perdy…lol. Seriously, looks great!!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:53 pm

      Haha! Thanks, Colleen!

      Reply
  7. Karin Peters says

    January 30, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    Hi Lauren!

    Fabulous job on the dresser and great tutorial. I was wonder about your favorite kind of chalk paint. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:48 pm

      Thanks, Karin! My favorite is definitely Fusion, which is why I do so many projects with it since it’s no-prep and doesn’t require a sealer and can still be distressed like a chalk paint. It’s technically acrylic paint though, but lately I’ve preferred it over the chalk kind.

      Reply
  8. Lorree says

    January 31, 2017 at 7:15 am

    Wow! You’ve done a fabulous job on it. Love your blog btw

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:46 pm

      Thank you, Lorree! (P.S. I love the spelling of your name.)

      Reply
  9. Marie says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:34 am

    Blue does go with green, doesn’t it? That’s what I am, green with envy over this gorgeous dresser makeover! Wow, it is so beautiful, thanks for sharing, your room is going to be fabulous!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:46 pm

      You’re too sweet, Marie. Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Mary Ross says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:42 am

    Lauren
    Like so many that have already posted……..I’m not a fan of “blue” I think it’s because I decorated with so much “Williamsburg Blue” in the ’80’s and ’90’s ………….but that piece is gorgeous. I especially love how you finished the top (something I’m going to try on my next project) …………..it really sets it off and breaks up the “blue” all over which I love. Thanks for sharing and I always look forward to your handy, talented work.
    I appreciate your postings,

    Mary from Tennessee 🙂

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:45 pm

      Ohhh I totally forgot about “Williamsburg Blue”! Thanks so much for your sweet compliments, Mary!

      Reply
  11. Becky Swaim says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:44 am

    Love, love, love the stained top with this color blue. I have a question about the stain you put on the top. Did you finish it with any type of wax or poly? I have a couple of oak dressers and this has given me some great ideas and motivation! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:44 pm

      Thanks, Becky! I’d completely forgotten to mention the poly step on the stain, so I’ve gone back and added that to this post. I used Minwax Polycrylic in a matte finish to seal the top. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  12. Mary Williams says

    January 31, 2017 at 9:41 am

    Oh my gosh, it is amazingly gorgeous. You are so talented!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:38 pm

      Thank you, Mary!

      Reply
  13. Tami Toppen says

    January 31, 2017 at 10:46 am

    I love it Lauren! Beautiful!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:38 pm

      Thanks, Tami!

      Reply
  14. Cindy Henderson says

    January 31, 2017 at 10:48 am

    I never considered furniture in my home painted blue but I could sure get used to that colour and dresser. It’s subtle yet striking.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:38 pm

      Thanks, Cindy! That dark wax to tone it down definitely makes all the difference.

      Reply
  15. Southport says

    January 31, 2017 at 11:27 am

    You never cease to amaze me with your talent. It’s impossible to choose a favorite make-over, but this dresser is right at the top……beautiful!!! Congratulations on your new adventure.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  16. Kristine says

    January 31, 2017 at 11:51 am

    Without that stained wax, that would be too baby boy blue for me, but the final finish is pretty. I’m wondering if you put a sealer or varnish on that top wood? You didn’t state in the tutorial that you did? I’m always thinking you need to seal it somehow on top for a better wear or more finished look? What is your advice on that in all your painting and staining experience?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      I did put a sealer on top and then completely forgot to mention it in the post, so I’ve gone back and fixed it. 🙂 I used Minwax Polycrylic in a matte finish to seal the stain on top. I usually like the matte the best since it blends right and doesn’t make it shiny.

      Reply
  17. Laurie says

    January 31, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    I have sung the praises of your blog to everyone I know since discovering it recently, and have made a huge to do list based on some of your great ideas!!
    I was just wondering where you get the mineral fusion paint you use? Do you like it/use it more than chalk paint or are they totally separate uses? Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 4:37 pm

      Thank you so much, Laurie! I typically have to order the paint online from Etsy. I linked to it, if you need it. I like chalk paint too, but Fusion is my favorite mostly because you can skip the clear waxing step.

      Reply
  18. Darlene Laursen says

    January 31, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    Very Beautiful!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 4:32 pm

      Thanks, Darlene!

      Reply
  19. Jonita says

    January 31, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    Beautiful you did a great job. Looking forward to seeing the next project.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 4:32 pm

      Thanks, Jonita!

      Reply
  20. Sarah | She Holds Dearly says

    January 31, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    You nailed this makeover! Bravo, bravo!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 4:28 pm

      Thanks, Sarah!

      Reply
  21. Pam Smith says

    January 31, 2017 at 3:33 pm

    Omg! I have a dresser (not as cute as yours) that I want to paint just like yours! I’m going to print your directions. Love your posting!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 31, 2017 at 4:28 pm

      Yay! Glad it could give you an idea, Pam!

      Reply
    • Erin says

      March 25, 2017 at 12:09 pm

      How did yours turn out?

      Reply
  22. Tracy K says

    January 31, 2017 at 4:35 pm

    BEA-U-TI-FUL! Absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!! You give me inspiration and WAY too many ideas (according to my hubby lol)

    Reply
  23. Carol ("Mimi") says

    January 31, 2017 at 4:36 pm

    Super makeover. I love that shade of blue with the dark wax. And, the new pulls enhance the look, too. Great job.

    Reply
  24. Judy Rashotte says

    January 31, 2017 at 8:24 pm

    This is beautiful, our taste is one in the same. I so enjoy looking at you’re projects and decorating. I can not do as much as I once did because of RA ( arthritis ) so I love looking at this things you do, thanks for sharing. I look forward to seeing much more.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 6, 2017 at 12:00 pm

      Thank you, Judy! So sorry to hear about your RA. Saying a little prayer for you today.

      Reply
  25. Chelsea @ The Johnsons Plus Dog says

    January 31, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    I’m loving that color and the dark wax really make is look amazing! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 6, 2017 at 12:00 pm

      Thanks, Chelsea!

      Reply
  26. Christel says

    February 1, 2017 at 1:02 am

    I just love what you did .. the color choice is amazing.
    I bought a dresser end of last year and decided just to do some repair work but rather leave the color as is.
    But this blue baby changed my mind ..

    Thanks a lot for sharing

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:59 am

      Thanks, Christel!

      Reply
  27. Ivory says

    February 1, 2017 at 9:24 am

    Wow, this is fabulously, I love, love, love what you did here. Nice job!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:59 am

      Thank you, Ivory!

      Reply
  28. Sue Winn says

    February 1, 2017 at 2:50 pm

    Where can I find Fushion paint and the Homestead wax that you used for this project? I live in Southeast Wisconsin. I have not tried the bog box stores as yet.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:58 am

      I usually have to order it. There’s a link to it on Etsy in this post, if that helps. Amazon carries some of the colors too.

      Reply
  29. Becky Outlaw says

    February 2, 2017 at 7:04 am

    Love it, the contrast is great. Thanks for sharing your ideas, I’ll have to copy your idea on my next project! (Mama always said imitation is the best form of flattery) ? Keep sharing that amazing creativity!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:52 am

      Thank you, Becky! Absolutely. Copy away. 🙂

      Reply
  30. Roseann Hampton says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:40 pm

    I love that color of blue you chose!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 7, 2017 at 11:30 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  31. Marie from The Interior Frugalista says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:46 pm

    Stunning Makeover, Lauren! Just love the color, especially paired with the stained top. Quite the difference between the before and after.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 7, 2017 at 11:30 pm

      Thank you, Marie! It’s climbing the charts as my fave piece ever. 🙂

      Reply
  32. Bailie P says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:18 am

    So beautiful! Where did you find the botanical plant print!? Love it.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 7, 2017 at 11:29 pm

      Thanks, Bailie! I found the botanicals in an Audubon book. They’re just pages I pulled out of it since the whole thing was literally falling apart. But you can download them to print in this post too. They’re public domain: https://www.blesserhouse.com/2016/02/window-picture-frame-and-free-botanical-printables.html

      Reply
  33. Brenda E Young says

    February 7, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    What a gorgeous makeover Lauren, the finish is divine and i love the way you staged it too! pinning!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 7, 2017 at 11:46 pm

      Thank you, Brenda!

      Reply
  34. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    February 8, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    It turned out beautiful! Best of luck on the house purchase!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 9, 2017 at 10:34 am

      Thanks, Penny!

      Reply
  35. Barbara Quissell says

    February 9, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    Did you sand the lower portion of the dresser before you painted?

    I love the dresser. Thanks for sharing. I am blessed.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 11, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Thanks! Nope, I didn’t sand the lower portion. I wiped it down with a little liquid deglosser to get rid of any dusting residue and that’s it. 🙂

      Reply
  36. Debra Needles says

    February 11, 2017 at 7:36 am

    That is absolutely gorgeous! I love the color and the hardware. Thanks for sharing with us at the Funtastic Friday Link Party!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 11, 2017 at 3:08 pm

      Thank you, Debra!

      Reply
  37. Tracy says

    February 11, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    I love the blue! It’s stunning! The way you styled it is gorgeous too!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 12, 2017 at 9:04 pm

      Thank you, Tracy!

      Reply
  38. Erin O. says

    February 12, 2017 at 12:07 am

    I’m sorry if you already answered this, but at what point did you use the polycrylic matte finish?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 12, 2017 at 9:04 pm

      I used it 24 hours after applying the last coat of stain on the top to seal the finish.

      Reply
  39. Karyn Granrud says

    February 13, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    I want to make over my daughter’s bedroom furniture. It’s all solid wood so I am hesitant to toss it. If I want to paint it a color like you did, do I have to sand it? I noticed you didn’t sand the drawers. The idea of sanding all the wood has held me back from tackling it for 2 years….

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 13, 2017 at 11:27 pm

      Not at all! I typically use liquid deglosser and it will do the same job as sanding. Much faster and easier. 🙂

      Reply
  40. eve says

    February 15, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    lovely dresser, now tell us about the wire covered bottle and the exquisite print on the wall.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 17, 2017 at 10:06 am

      Thanks, Eve! The wire covered bottle is from Hobby Lobby. I bought it about a year ago. And the print on the wall came from an Audubon book I had. It was already falling apart, so I pulled out some of the pretty pages to frame. Here’s the post about it with a link to get one yourself if you need it: https://www.blesserhouse.com/2015/08/diy-book-page-botanical-art.html

      Reply
  41. Mindi says

    February 15, 2017 at 11:41 pm

    I Love this makeover Lauren!! Blue is my fave and this is just perfect, great job with the detail using the wax! You are my pick for our Creativity Unleashed Rock star from last weeks party! Come on over tomorrow night and vote for your project when we go live! Thanks for linking up! 🙂 Oh, and good luck with the house!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 17, 2017 at 10:03 am

      Oh wow! Thank you so much, Mindi!

      Reply
  42. Courtney says

    February 16, 2017 at 9:30 am

    Love love love- so pretty!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 17, 2017 at 9:57 am

      Thank you, Courtney!

      Reply
  43. Isobel Conradie says

    February 24, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    This is really, o so really a WOW makeover. Lauren!! I am a new “chalk painter” and not at all ready to start such a big project at this stage, but I nevertheless admire the transformation this piece of furniture underwent. Well done, I think I must just close my eyes and start with one or other project and see what comes out, hahaha … By the way, I absolutely LOVE your tablescape on the piece, it looks wonderful!!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 26, 2017 at 1:06 am

      Thank you, Isobel! I know what you mean. I was intimidated starting furniture painting in the beginning too. Just a good excuse to practice, right? 😉

      Reply
  44. Tina says

    February 28, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Where do you get the picture frame with botanicals or you made it?
    Beautiful job with the dresser ❤️

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      March 1, 2017 at 10:46 am

      I made it from an old Audubon book. Just framed the pages. 🙂 Here’s the tutorial along with a link to the prints I used though: https://www.blesserhouse.com/2015/08/diy-book-page-botanical-art.html

      Reply
  45. Melissa says

    March 5, 2017 at 10:20 pm

    Love, love, love this dresser!! I’ve never used that paint or that color stain (how have those escaped me??) – But now they are on my list to get. Beautiful!

    Reply
  46. Pamela R LePage says

    March 9, 2017 at 8:08 pm

    Love ! Love! how the dresser turned out Love the blue…. Great job.

    Reply
  47. Brandy says

    March 17, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    Where did you get the paint and wax?

    Reply
  48. DENISE HOLLEY says

    April 22, 2017 at 5:03 pm

    I jsut saw your post of the french blue dresser you restored. I read where you sanded the top but did you sand the body of the dresser before you painted it also?

    Reply
  49. Brenda Van Riper says

    April 22, 2017 at 5:10 pm

    is this dresser for you at your new home or to sell?? I am just wondering Thanks

    Reply
  50. Liz says

    April 25, 2017 at 1:36 pm

    Hi!
    So you have encouraged me do to the same on my dresser…which looks a lot like the piece you bought for $20! I just have some questions. Did you sand the rest of the dresser or just applied the two coats? Also, did you have to strip the top?
    Thanks and congrats on your new home!

    Reply
  51. Jenni says

    May 21, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    Hi Lauren. This dresser is so pretty. I’m totally going to copy you. Did you sand any of the surfaces that you painted (besides the top). Sounds like you didn’t. Just making sure. And how did you work the wax in? Did you apply it just to the corners and details or all over? And did you then wipe it off? These projects scare me so I need all the details. Thanks!

    Reply
  52. Josefina H. says

    May 23, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    How much mineral paint did you need for this dresser?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      July 31, 2017 at 11:46 pm

      A 500 mL bottle was all I needed. 🙂

      Reply
  53. Nina says

    June 22, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    Hi! I came across this on pintrest and love it. I bought a few dressers like this from a garage sale. I am new to redoing them. I understand all the instructions except the wax finish.. do you have a good link you can comment back with to explain that more? Thank you!

    Reply
  54. Jayden says

    July 4, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    Soooo pretty!! I can’t wait to try some of your tricks. I have a couple of dressers that I am planning on re-doing. I just found your site I am definitely going to have to do some stalking now, ha. Also saw the finished guest bedroom with this dresser it looks amazing, you did so good!

    Reply
  55. Stephenie says

    July 6, 2017 at 9:22 pm

    This looks amazing and I love the color! Where do you buy the Fusion paint? And is 16 oz typically enough for a piece of furniture that size? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      July 31, 2017 at 11:39 pm

      Thanks, Stephenie! I usually have to order the paint through Amazon or Etsy. And yes, 16 oz is all I needed for this dresser. 🙂

      Reply
  56. Amber says

    July 21, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    Omg, i absolutely love this. It gave me an idea to do on my old dresser but im a complete newbie. When you put the wax, could you explain how you did it? And is there anything over the wax? Thanks for the beatiful insperation.

    Reply
  57. Jeanne Norton says

    July 31, 2017 at 8:50 pm

    Lauren, I just came across this beautiful makeover you did on the dresser. I want to do the same on my mother’s dresser, chest of drawers & two night stands. How much of the paint and wax do you think I would need to do all four pieces? I want to get the paint & wax ordered soon. Appreciate your help & any tips you might have. Thank you, Jeanne Norton Donalsonville, GA

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      July 31, 2017 at 11:37 pm

      Hi Jeanne! You might be able to get away with 2 500mL bottles of paint, but just to be safe, I’d go with 3. Depends on how many coats you’ll need really. And 1 canister of wax should cover it. 🙂

      Reply
  58. Robyn says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:06 pm

    I am painting a garage sale desk for my daughter’s college apartment. I love how you used the wax to tone down the blue paint – it’s perfect! My question is this – when do you put the wax on? After the blue paint is dry or as it is drying? Thank you!

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    • Lauren says

      August 21, 2017 at 8:28 am

      Hi Robyn! I put the wax on after the paint has dried. Brush the wax on, wait about 2 minutes, and wipe off the excess. If I’m using chalk paint I wipe it immediately because the surface has more of a flat finish and holds onto the wax a lot more. Fusion is acrylic based, so the wax wipes off more easily and gives you a longer window to get the look you want.

      Reply
  59. Alexandra Silvani says

    August 22, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    First off…GORGEOUS! I can’t get over how pretty it is. I’m starting my first DIY furniture makeover project, and I might be jumping in at the deep end but this is so gorgeous I don’t care! You’re an inspiration!
    I read through your post and all the comments and I’m sorry if you answered this already but did you use any kind of sealant after the wax on the painted portion of the dresser? Any polyurethane or anything?
    Thanks so much for sharing your expertise!
    Alexandra

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    • Lauren says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:50 pm

      Thank you, Alexandra! You really won’t ever need to seal wax. Wax is a sealant on its own. And on a piece like a dresser (unlike a high-traffic piece like a dining table), you really won’t ever need a poly unless you’re sealing a stain. Just paint, wax, and leave it be. 🙂

      Reply
  60. Catherine says

    August 29, 2017 at 11:11 am

    I LOOOOOVE This! Got here from Tasha at https://www.designertrapped.com/diy-dresser-projects/, I love her sitte, so kudos to Tasha, but I will also be following you now! I have a bed and dresser with that yucky orangish finish which I have been trying to think of something to do with. This is perfect, I really appreciate the process info, I hope mine turns out this well!

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  61. Jackie W. says

    September 1, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    I have my mother’s walnut bedroom set, 9 drawer dresser, mirror, 2 nightstands and a 6 drawer highboy chest. It is of French Provincial style. I saw your makeover and fell in love. The color! You did a gorgeous job. It totally inspired me. The blue paint you used, was it hard to find? I’ve never heard if the brand before.

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  62. William Wilson says

    September 11, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    love this! The blue with the stained wood top is beautiful!!! Could you tell me the Height x Width x Depth of the dresser?

    Reply
  63. Lisa says

    September 21, 2017 at 6:54 pm

    Did you clean or sand the rest of the dresser before painting? Or did you just sand the top and paint over the original stain without cleaning or sanding? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 22, 2017 at 3:28 pm

      Hi Lisa! I only sanded the top. For the rest, I just painted over the original wood finish.

      Reply
  64. Karen says

    October 6, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    Hi Lauren,
    I am going nuts looking for the homestead House furniture wax- expresó
    Amazon does not have it, Etsy has a few stores but they only ship within Canada or sold out.
    Is there another great wax option for this project ?
    I really love your crafty ways you are so talented ❤️
    Thank you 🙂
    From houston Texas

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    • Lauren says

      October 7, 2017 at 8:25 pm

      Oh no! Yes, you could use Annie Sloan Dark Wax instead. The wax probably won’t be quite as subtle as the Homestead House one, but it can still work.

      Reply
  65. stacy sklar says

    October 16, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    It looks beautiful. Were the plank details on the side already on original dresser or did you paint the lines?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      October 17, 2017 at 10:28 pm

      Thanks, Stacy! The plank details were already there. Part of the reason why I loved it so much in the beginning. 🙂

      Reply
  66. Karina Fuentes says

    October 19, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    Hi Lauren, absolutely obsessed with this project and am dying to try it out myself. What type of paint and wax would be a good alternative for the ones you used, that I could find at my local Home Depot/hardware store? Not sure if chalk paint would work the same? and as far as the espresso wax that you used, do they sell that at a local hardware store? maybe a different brand. Also, what is your technique for applying the wax?

    Reply
  67. Ginny Hornbeck says

    October 21, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    Absolutely beautiful! Did you sand the entire dresser or just the top? Great work!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      October 21, 2017 at 10:33 pm

      Just the top. 🙂

      Reply
  68. Karina Fuentes says

    October 30, 2017 at 1:35 pm

    Do you have pictures of the rest of the room? Would love to do something similar but was curious about the rest of it

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  69. Stacey says

    November 3, 2017 at 8:50 pm

    I love the dresser. I am re doing a desk with hutch and night stand for my daughter that I bought for $25. I have a question about the wax. Does it just dry and stay put or do you have to seal it some how so it doesn’t rub off? As you can tell I have never done this before.

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    • Lauren says

      November 5, 2017 at 10:54 am

      Hi Stacey! The wax dries in a matter of about 10 minutes. But it takes about 24-48 hours to fully cure so it won’t rub off. No need to seal. The wax does the sealing all on its own. 🙂

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  70. Ashlyn McMillen says

    November 7, 2017 at 3:38 pm

    SO BEAUTIFUL! I’m a FUSION retailer and am in the process of painting a French Blue dresser after falling in love with yours! I’m just stuck on the drawers- how did you finish them? I’m layering Soapstone and Champness then topping with an espresso wax over the entire piece, but I’m thinking of just doing the sides of the drawers in one solid colour.

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    • Lauren says

      November 8, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      Thanks, Ashlyn! The inside of the drawers? Or the fronts? I left the inside drawers alone as wood, and for the fronts of the drawers, I did them the same as the rest of the piece. Just 2 coats of Champness followed by the espresso wax all over, leaving a little extra on the corners and edges to mimic natural wear.

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  71. Carolyn says

    November 23, 2017 at 4:47 am

    Totally Amazing upgrade!!!! You did a fantastic job! Love it!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      November 23, 2017 at 8:40 am

      Thank you, Carolyn!

      Reply
  72. Stephanie Horn says

    January 9, 2018 at 11:55 am

    This is absolutely gorgeous! I’m kinda new to the furniture painting world, but have an entire bedroom set I was trying to decide how to makeover until I came across this piece! If I wanted to use a grey color what fusion mineral paint color and homestead house wax colors do you suggest?

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  73. Caitlin says

    February 10, 2018 at 2:33 pm

    So gorgeous. I want to recreate! Did you have to sand the rest of the dresser before you used the fusion paint? Hope I didn’t miss this in the post. I read it several times and don’t see if you did or not!

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    • Lauren says

      February 11, 2018 at 11:19 pm

      Thanks, Caitlin! Nope. No need to stand as Fusion doesn’t require prep. I do like to wipe it down with some Simple Green just to clean it up a little, but that’s it.

      Reply
  74. maura says

    February 11, 2018 at 11:32 am

    This is gorgeous…the tone of blue is beautiful!!! Have you used the fusion black wax? Would it give the same effect do you think?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 14, 2018 at 12:32 pm

      I have! It would probably look really similar, just a bit more gray.

      Reply
  75. Harriet says

    February 15, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    Beautiful piece! I have finished my first dresser and love the dresser knobs you’ve used. Where did you find them?

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    • Lauren says

      February 20, 2018 at 10:20 pm

      Thanks! I found the knobs at Hobby Lobby.

      Reply
  76. Tanya Briscoe says

    February 17, 2018 at 8:52 pm

    Hey Lauren I absolutly love all your work and style. I do have a question, is there a paint that is close or compares to Fusion I could use to create the look of your peices? I live in Tampa FL and haven’t been able to find Fusion paint in any store. Also would love a recommendation on wax that is comparable to the wax you used. I’m about to try my first project, a bedroom set I got off of Marketplace on Facebook!!
    I’d like to do my pieces like your spare bedroom armoire (cream color with the wood look top) you did and this blue dresser in your spare bedroom.
    Thank you so much for sharing your projects with us,
    God Bless,
    Tanya

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    • Lauren says

      February 18, 2018 at 10:19 pm

      Hi Tanya,

      Please take a look at this blog post. It has mostly Amazon links where you should be able to get the paint and wax.

      https://www.blesserhouse.com/2017/07/beginners-guide-to-painting-furniture.html

      Reply
  77. Tracy Smith says

    March 1, 2018 at 1:36 pm

    This is seriously gorgeous!! It’s so many things wrapped in one….french, rustic, cottage and just plain charming! My 22 year old daughter recently moved out and I’m seeing some furniture projects in her future (probably my future if I’m honest).

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  78. M Gowan says

    March 4, 2018 at 8:48 pm

    Beautiful!

    Question…
    So if I have a dark piece of furniture with a finish on it I don’t have to sand to remove finish? This fusion pain will still stick to it and cover the dark espresso wood?

    The wan you used… did you just apply to the accent corners of the piece or all over?

    Again you did an awesome job with this.

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    • Lauren says

      March 5, 2018 at 8:39 am

      Thanks! Yes, you don’t have to sand. I only sanded the top down to the bare wood to add a stain, but with the paint, you don’t have to sand at all. And for the wax, I applied it all over, but I left some extra in the corners to add extra depth. I hope that helps!

      Reply
  79. Becky Williams says

    March 24, 2018 at 6:53 pm

    So with the espresso wax you rubbed it off to create the antique look? How long did it sit on the piece before you rubbed it off?

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    • Lauren says

      March 28, 2018 at 10:50 am

      I rubbed it off after about a 2 minute wait. Don’t wait too long or it will dry and stick.

      Reply
  80. Sally says

    May 12, 2018 at 10:35 pm

    Hi! Love this look. I am working with the wax soon and was wondering…did you just work it with the wax brush or did you wipe off and buff with a rag?

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    • Lauren says

      May 16, 2018 at 7:19 pm

      Hi Sally! I wiped it off and buffed it about 2 minutes after brushing it on.

      Reply
  81. Amber says

    July 8, 2018 at 9:53 pm

    Hi, i am trying to make a version of this dresser. It is absolutely gorgeous. I have a question regarding the wax. Did you use any kind of clear wax at all? When you used the dark wax did you use a clear wax to help wipe it off? Thank you so much,
    Amber

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    • Lauren says

      July 8, 2018 at 10:07 pm

      Nope! Whenever I paint with chalk paint, I usually do have use a coat of clear wax before applying dark wax so that it’s just a subtle antiquing effect. But with Fusion, I find I have a lot more control over the amount of dark wax I want to leave on the piece, so no first coat of clear wax is necessary. 🙂 If you find the dark wax has dried before you could wipe off as much as you wanted though, you can “erase” it with clear wax.

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      • Krystina says

        August 20, 2019 at 11:20 am

        Hey Lauren! I’ve been reading through your comments for techniques and I have a dresser I will be redoing. Would you treat milk paint the same way you treated mineral, in the way of applying the dark wax on top after the two coats have dried? Or would you treat it like chalk paint and add a coat of clear wax, and then the dark wax? Thanks!

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        • Lauren says

          September 11, 2019 at 10:12 am

          Hi! I have never worked with milk paint. Here is a link that I hope will answer your question. https://irestorestuff.com/milk-paint-chalk-paint-fusion-paint-whats-the-difference/

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  82. Heather says

    July 10, 2018 at 12:10 pm

    My husband and I just purchased a hutch that we going to makeover using the paints and tools you used for this piece, the hutch has some shine to it and I was just wondering if you sanded the whole dresser or did the mineral paint cover the shine with no issues…thanks and it’s a beautiful piece

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    • Lauren says

      July 17, 2018 at 1:22 pm

      I would clean it well with Simple Green first just because it will eliminate any residue that might be leftover from wood oil or dusting products. Other than that, Fusion alone should do the trick. 🙂

      Reply
  83. Reina (new to painting and waxing! ) says

    July 23, 2018 at 1:18 am

    I bought Fusion wax in Espresso but it seems a bit more “brownish” than the Espresso wax you used (seems more “blackish”). Do you think the Fusion Espresso wax will work on this piece? Over this color? (I already painted the piece in the same Champness color)

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    • Lauren says

      July 23, 2018 at 6:53 pm

      Hi Reina! The Fusion wax and the Homestead House wax are actually made by the same company, so I imagine they’re very similar, if not identical, in person. Mine certainly looked more brown in person but it didn’t look as brown once I used it on top of the Champness color. I hope that helps!

      Reply
  84. Kathy says

    August 11, 2018 at 7:59 pm

    Hi Lauren! I love what you did with this piece, especially the top. I am wanting to do the same with a dresser I recently purchased and I am trying to find the Minwax Polycrylic in Clear Matte, but it doesn’t seem to be available where I live (Edmonton, Canada). I can, however, get it in ‘Satin’. Do you think this would be okay? Or should I definitely use a matte polycrylic (I can get one from a different brand). I do not want a shiny finish at all. Thanks!

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    • Lauren says

      August 11, 2018 at 10:26 pm

      Hi Kathy! You could use any brand really. A satin definitely would have some sheen to it.

      Reply
  85. Ana chavez says

    August 31, 2018 at 9:33 am

    Did you have to sand the dresser prior to painting it blue?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      August 31, 2018 at 12:03 pm

      Nope! Just wiped it down with some Simple Green and started painting. 🙂

      Reply
  86. Melanie says

    September 25, 2018 at 8:13 am

    Hi Lauren!!!

    I am a newbie to the painting furniture… chalk paint… wax craze!! I just did my first piece (our tv hutch) using just the basics. Chalk paint, distressing then clear wax which required no sanding or prep work. I really LOVE the colors you used and would like to use the same for my dining room buffet. Is the blue color a chalk paint? Do I need to do any prep work before? And do I need to use clear wax first and then a second coat with the dark wax. And did you use dark wax on the entire piece or just certain areas. Sorry so many questions, I just want mine to come out a beautiful as yours!!!

    Melanie

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    • Lauren says

      September 26, 2018 at 10:16 am

      Hi Melanie! Congrats on your first piece! So, this paint I used isn’t chalk paint. It’s mineral paint, but I actually love it even more because it doesn’t require the waxing step at all (unless you want to use a dark antiquing wax just for looks). No clear wax necessary though. And no prep is needed. Sometimes I will wipe down a piece with some Simple Green on a rag before I paint, if it has some wood oil residue on it. I did use the dark wax over the entire painted piece, but just make sure you only do small sections at a time (I did one drawer at a time). Wipe it on, wait about 2 minutes, and wipe away the excess. I left some excess in the details and on the edges just to bring out that extra dimension. But I find wax is way more forgiving and easier to work with on top of mineral paint than it is on chalk paint. I hope that helps clarify!

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  87. Kelly Smith says

    October 17, 2018 at 10:27 pm

    Lauren, I’ve JUST stumbled onto your blog via this Pinterest post. I’m a fan for life!! I just bought a similar dresser from a second hand store this evening for $40. I’m gonna make an attempt to duplicate your work of he’art’!! I do love that you’ve included links to the products that you’ve used so learners like me can have a fighting chance at success. Thank you for the inspiration…I’m eager to begin!!!
    Kelly

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    • Lauren says

      October 18, 2018 at 4:11 pm

      SO glad to hear that, Kelly! I hope it turns out well! Best of luck with it all. 🙂

      Reply
  88. Jasmin says

    November 27, 2018 at 2:59 pm

    I’m sorry if you have already addressed these questions, I tried to scroll through the comments but my toddler is limiting my searching time 😉
    I have had this beauty pinned for awhile now and am hoping to replicate it for our guest bedroom in our new home.
    I was wondering if you sanded down the drawers/sides prior to painting or just painted over the varnish?
    My second question is did you let the champness dry before you incorporated the wax? Or did you work it in while it was still wet?
    My dad gave me two antique dressers he’d acquired so if the one in the guest room turns out then I may do ours in our master as well ??

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    • Lauren says

      November 27, 2018 at 8:55 pm

      Hi, Jasmin! Toddlers tend to do that.
      GREAT questions!
      If it gets painted it gets sanded. And, I let the champness dry.
      I would love to see the before and after when you get them completed.

      Reply
      • Jasmin says

        November 28, 2018 at 11:14 am

        Awesome ! Thanks 🙂
        What type of brush do you use for the stain/ paint/ wax ?

        I will definitely try to send before/after pics . SO excited

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  89. Jessica says

    December 2, 2018 at 12:36 am

    I see you used a polyacrylic. Did you use it over the espresso wax?

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    • Lauren says

      December 3, 2018 at 8:28 pm

      Jessica, the polyacrylic is the finish over the top piece. It is what I used to seal the stain. I totally left that part out. :/

      Reply
  90. Kimberly Lee Hanson says

    December 8, 2018 at 10:18 am

    Wow! What a great makeover! Very inspiring. I’ll be looking at used furniture in a different light.

    Reply
  91. Taylor says

    February 22, 2019 at 7:23 pm

    Did you add a clear wax before the dark wax or just go straight in with the dark?.. doesn’t explain how you worked the dark wax in.. also did you put a protective coat over the finished product?

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    • Lauren says

      February 22, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      Nope! I just went straight in with the dark. If you’re using chalk paint as your base, I’d recommend using clear wax first before applying dark. With mineral paint though, the effect is much more subtle and I find I have more control over the amount of dark wax I want to use without a need for the clear. And no, a sealer shoudn’t be applied to wax; it will bubble up and cause issues. You can check out this video to give guidance on applying wax: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THzGNJaZov0

      Reply
  92. Taylor says

    February 23, 2019 at 9:01 am

    Thanks so much and I hope my turns out just as beautiful as yours! Bought the exact products you used and will be starting it today 🙂 fingers crossed!

    Reply
  93. Maddie says

    April 27, 2019 at 5:50 pm

    Is there an alternative to the furniture wax you used that you would suggest? I can’t seem to find the one you linked anywhere that’s in stock. Thanks!! Love this piece.

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    • Lauren says

      April 28, 2019 at 1:15 pm

      Hi!! I keep meaning to switch out this link. I am so sorry. Here is a link with the product in stock. https://rstyle.me/+wndG0fbkWx-mf-JSTUCjKg The site says have it by May 7. The only thing is that it is not available to same day or 2 day shipping. 🙁 Please let me know if you have any other questions.

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      • Maddie says

        April 29, 2019 at 4:57 pm

        I actually meant the espresso wax you used! It adds such a nice old look but I can’t seem to find it in stock. Thanks!

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  94. blueskyaheadtheblog says

    May 2, 2019 at 9:27 am

    This dresser is beautiful!! I have an old dresser and would love to try to recreate this look! I’m wondering whether you sanded the body of the dresser at all before you painted it? Thanks so much for sharing!

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    • Lauren says

      May 2, 2019 at 10:06 am

      Hi!! Great question. I did not sand the wood. Just the steps in painting as listed. I hope you get great results. Please share how it turns out.

      Reply
  95. Heather says

    May 21, 2019 at 5:47 pm

    Hello! I pinned this dresser a while ago and am actually doing exactly the same makeover on a Bombay chest kind of dresser. I had a question about the knobs you bought and used. Did the holes match up exactly or did you have to fill the previous holes and make new ones? Im wanting to use hardware similar to the ones you used instead of the very ornate ones that came on the dresser but am having a hard time finding hardware that has the same center to center screw measurement as my current holes have. If you had to fill the holes and make new ones how would you go about doing that to make sure the previously existing holes didn’t show up through the paint and wax? Thank you so much!

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    • Lauren says

      May 21, 2019 at 8:36 pm

      Hi, Heather! I have two links for you to use. These are the most easily shared steps. https://paintedfurnitureideas.com/replacing-drawer-pulls-how-to-change-the-hole-spacing-size/ and https://removeandreplace.com/2015/03/25/replace-cabinet-knobs-with-handles-how-to-fill-holes/ .

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  96. Jeannette Lopez says

    April 1, 2020 at 12:44 pm

    Hi! I’m absolutely in love with this dresser! I’m a rookie and would like to a wide 6 (3 drawers on each side) dresser and a taller 5 drawer dresser. I’m completely unsure on how many jars of fusion paint and the espresso wax I would need to complete this look. Can you help please? Thank you so much!

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    • Lauren says

      April 3, 2020 at 3:46 pm

      Can’t say with absolute certainty, but what I can say is that a little of this stuff really goes a long way! I would start with 2 at least 🙂

      Reply
  97. Claudia - says

    April 17, 2020 at 2:34 pm

    Hello. Thus is amazing! I’ve been looking of something like this to redo mu entrance table. Ill try ot! But I don’t know how to apply wax. Do you have a tutorial or video?

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    • Lauren says

      April 20, 2020 at 9:04 pm

      I don’t specifically, but Pinterest or YouTube would be a great place to start!

      Reply
  98. Sissy says

    May 14, 2020 at 8:20 am

    This is gorgeous! I was wondering, did you seal the stained top with anything or just left it just stained?

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    • Lauren says

      June 12, 2020 at 8:30 am

      Thank you! Yes, I like to seal with matte polycrylic. It makes the wood look raw without any sheen to it but still adds that layer of protection.

      Reply
  99. Carolyn says

    July 24, 2020 at 1:20 pm

    I loved this color I ordered the exact color from Fusion and wax, However, the color is not the same. It has more of an aqua tint instead of the blue/grey. I know lighting can make a difference but I feel that it’s still different. Not sure why. But the dresser is absolutely beautiful.

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    • Lauren says

      July 27, 2020 at 12:22 pm

      So strange! The pictures I took of it really look just like it in real life. The paint does look very bright until you put the wax on. The wax mutes it a lot. Have you already applied the wax? That can make the difference.

      Reply
  100. Melissa says

    July 28, 2020 at 6:31 pm

    Hello, did you also use the poly on the blue or was that left alone after the wax?

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    • Lauren says

      July 30, 2020 at 10:26 am

      Nope! Wax doesn’t do well with poly on it. It can turn into a big mess if you attempt it.

      Reply
  101. Grace Morelli says

    November 23, 2020 at 7:18 pm

    Do you brush the wax onto of the paint evenly after the paint has dried?

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    • Lauren says

      November 23, 2020 at 8:50 pm

      Great question. The wax does not get brushed on evenly. You work it in through the areas you wish to distress. Here is a video to demonstrate. https://www.facebook.com/fusionmineralpaint/videos/how-to-apply-fusion-mineral-paint-waxes-watch-jacqueline-owner-of-homeworks-etc-/2209137352728129/ I hope this helps you through your project.

      Reply

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