Rust-Oleum Projects

Vivid Vanity Makeover

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  • Milk Paint Dresser After
    Dramatic Dresser Makeover
  • pale yellow nightstand
    Pale Yellow Nightstand
  • Estimated Time

    Approximately 1 hour

  • Challenge Level

    Easy

  • Tools & Supplies:

    • Milk Paint Finish in Venetian Yellow
    • Wood Vanity
    • 2" High-Quality Synthetic Paint Brush
    • Screwdriver
    • Sandpaper
    • Drop Cloth
    • Paint Tray
    • Stir Stick
    • Gloves

Bright yellow is your color! Add it to a found vanity and bring it into your space for a vivid pop of color. Milk Paint Finish has a light texture for an antique look at a fraction of the cost. 

Step 1: Remove all hardware.

Step 2: Lightly sand the old finish of the dresser.

Step 3: Genty stir the Milk Paint Finish with a stir stick and apply it do the dresser with a high-quality paint brush using a "V" pattern of brush strokes.

Step 4: Let the paint dry for approximately 30-60 minutes. 

Step 5: Apply a second coat of paint, if needed, after 1 hour. Let paint dry for approximately 1 hour before handling.

Step 6: Attach the hardware and enjoy!