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Distressed Picture Frame

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  • Estimated Time

    5 Hours

  • Challenge Level

    Easy

  • Tools & Supplies:

    • Picture Frame from Craft Bay
    • Sandpaper: grit 220
    • Varathane 3X Reclaimed Distressed Wood Stain in Bleached Blue
    • Varathane Metallic Polyurethane in Bronze

  1. Apply Bleached Blue wood stain to the picture frame.
  2. Once the stain has dried (1 Hour), lightly sand areas that you want darker.
  3. Rub the Varathane Metallic Kona Poly onto those areas. Wipe off all excess and adjust until satisfied.
  4. Once the Metallic Poly has dried (2 Hours), apply one coat of the Varathane Triple Thick Poly.