Whitewashing is a type of surface covering that is used as a sealant on farms for the inside of barns and chicken coops.Traditional whitewash is made by mixing powdered lime with water and it is non-toxic and safe for animals.Many people like the look of whitewash because it is a thinner paint that allows the natural wood grain to show.It is a trend to create a whitewash look for household furniture.If you want to achieve a whitewash look for your furniture, you can thin latex paint with water.
Step 1: The materials should be gathered.
You can purchase materials at your local home improvement store to make traditional whitewash.It's also known as builders or masonry lime.You should not get garden lime because it is a different substance.A bucket of water, a dust mask, and gloves.
Step 2: Take the whitewash and mix it.
To make the whitewash, combine all of the ingredients in a large bucket.The risk of being hurt from the lime powder is minimized if you wear protective gear.It is necessary to wear a dust mask, protective glasses, and gloves.To make salt, mix 2 cups of salt with 1 gallon of warm water.Add the hydrated lime to the water.When the lime is dissolved, mix it well.The paint should be thinner.
Step 3: Paint with whitewash.
To paint the whitewash, use a paintbrush, roller, or paint sprayer.
Step 4: The whitewash should be let dry.
Allow time for the whitewash to dry.As it dries, the wash will turn white.
Step 5: To start, you need the necessary materials.
You can get the materials for a whitewash look from your local home improvement store.If you want a sealant, you can use white latex paint Sandpaper, sanding block, or water-based polyurethane.A bucket or container with a paint brush.
Step 6: The furniture needs to be sanded.
If you want to sand down the furniture, you need to use a sanding block or an orbital sander.This will remove the finish on the furniture to make it look like you want it.
Step 7: To clean the furniture, use a dry tack cloth.
Before painting the whitewash on the furniture, you need to remove all of the sawdust from the sanding.Dust can be removed from furniture by using a dry tack cloth.
Step 8: The whitewash should be mixed.
You can mix the paint and water in a bucket or container.The natural wood grain will show through the latex paint, making it look more like traditional whitewash.
Step 9: whitewash the furniture
Paint the furniture using long brush strokes that follow the wood grain.Thin coats are the best for the job.Work in small sections.Allow the paint to dry completely before adding more coats.
Step 10: A finish can be created.
After the paint has dried.The furniture can be painted with water-based polyurethane to create a finish.This may make the whitewash last longer.You can choose between a matt or a shiny finish.