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Modernized Pine Dresser in Gray

  If you're a fan of clear coat pine, this makeover might not be your cup of tea. But for those who love breathing new life into old furniture, I hope this tutorial sparks some inspiration! The original clear pine finish has aged over the years, and the tall dresser has endured its fair share of wear and tear. With a little care, attention, and a fresh new color, it now serves a new purpose with renewed charm.
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Green Patina Lamps


Follow along to see how the above brass lamp base makeover happened. If you read my previous lamp makeover with blue patina post you will have an idea how I achieved green patina.




I purchased 2 solid brass lamp bases at the thrift store; they are solid and well made but the brass is starting to tarnish in a few spots and just not "current". I then purchased new lampshades in a neutral warm white.



Enter Modern Masters metal effects Patina kit in green and copper


Clean the lamps well to ensure good paint adhesion then apply a coat of primer. Wait half and hour and apply another coat.


Leave to dry well, I left overnight.


The next step is the copper layer, this is not copper colored paint but rather actual copper finish.


Wait half and hour again and apply a second coat of copper and while still wet spray with the green patina activator and watch what takes place.


A pretty green verdigris appears before your eyes creating one of a kind pieces












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