I should have known that nothing was safe once I picked up my first bottle of Rub ‘n Buff. Metallic paint + Megan = One shimmery home! My main goal in picking up this product (who is not providing me anything for this post) was to renew the life of my black leggy chairs. They had a hint of gold but I was ready for them to shine again.
The product was great for coverage and maneuvering around the small little bands on the legs. I used both my finger and a brush. Both methods worked great!
Before:
After:
The newly gilded foot in the front compared to the dull ones in the back.
Once I was done with the chairs I was going back into the house and noticed how dull this knob was looking. Not brass, not bronze, just old-looking.
So I decided to rub ‘n buff this too! Because, why not?!
Don’t mind the primed table and door…soon they will be colorful and glossy! I can’t wait either because I am antsy to gild the table legs (and maybe more) too!
PS – I am headed to the Haven Conference (for all things blogging, home, and DIY!!) Thursday through Saturday. The conference is in Atlanta, which is convenient since my Dad lives there too! I’m taking a long weekend to spend some time soaking up bloggy goodness and good ole family time. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook to be bombarded with pictures to keep you going until I’m back next week!
what an instant pick-me up!
Thanks Sarah!
Megan – It was so nice to meet you at Haven! Your blog is so fun and colorful! I’ll be following you and can’t wait to see more! Becky B.
Thanks so much Becky! So glad to meet you too! Can’t wait to go check out your blog some more too!
Wow that gold really does stand out! I really like that table too..did you do anything to achieve that finish or did you purchase it like that?
Thanks so much Liz Ann! I’m loving the metallic finish! As for the table….it’s actually just primed! I haven’t painted it yet. But if you want that look you can obviously prime it or just paint it white and sand and distress it a little.
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