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    I was wondering if anyone could help. I have a window seat in my house it is kind of a dark wood. I was wondering if i could paint it black and make it look distressed. How would i do this and would i buy black flat paint???

    Any help would be appreciated. You can post here or to my e-mail: jc3palm@aol.com
    thanks
     
    Posts: 3 | Location: ny | Registered: May 09, 2008Reply With QuoteEdit or Delete MessageReport This Post
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    I cant believe no one knows what kind of paint to use to make wood looks distressed!

    Someone please help i really wanted to do this over the weekend
    thanks
     
    Posts: 3 | Location: ny | Registered: May 09, 2008Reply With QuoteEdit or Delete MessageReport This Post
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    Yes you can paint it. I would consult your local paint store as to which paint to use...oil or latex. As for the sheen, flat, satin...it really depends on what you like. In my business, I use a dull/flat on my cabinets.

    In order to achieve the desired finish, I would recommend using a material like mineral spirits or methyl hydrate on a rag..depending on the paint used, to rub of the finish instead of sanding.

    Hope that helps.
     
    Posts: 103 | Location: Port Sydney, Ontario | Registered: Mar 23, 2008Reply With QuoteEdit or Delete MessageReport This Post
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    Thanks so much for your response.

    Smile
     
    Posts: 3 | Location: ny | Registered: May 09, 2008Reply With QuoteEdit or Delete MessageReport This Post
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