From Gilded to Grounded: A Standing Jewelry Armoire's Dark Moody Transformation
Sometimes, a "bright and airy" makeover just doesn’t fit the vibe. I found this standing jewelry armoire after it had already been given a white and gold facelift by someone else, but it felt a bit too "glam" for many people. I knew it had the potential to be something much more sophisticated, mysterious, and—of course— moody . In this tutorial, I’m taking you through the process of retaining some of the previous DIY and layering on a deep, velvety dark green finish. We’ll be leaning into those shadows, highlighting the unique curved silhouette. Whether you're looking to tone down a piece that's "too bright" or you're ready to embrace the dark academia aesthetic, here is how I turned a high-contrast piece into a seamless, moody masterpiece.
The unfinished wood (before) looked dry and faded. I love how the stain and oil revitalized the wood and brought it back to life. It looks rich and lustrous, now. Thank you for NOT slapping a coat of paint on this beautiful chair!
ReplyDeletethanks Carol, check out my just posted sideboard.. I chose not to paint it either and just use oils :)
DeleteA stain and oil finish in one? That's brilliant! Will have to check this product out, anything that saves a step is worth a look into. Your chair looks beautiful revived, thanks for sharing it at #FridaysFurnitureFix !
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