Chantelle purchased APC from Buds and Blooms and she shares with us how she transformed a beloved antique dresser into a modern looking piece to fit the updated look of her living space. This piece was an old dresser, (dating back at least 30 years) that was passed down to her husband from his mother. When she {Read More…}
My first Chalk Painting project ever…a $5 Book Shelf
August 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
My First Chalk Painting Project Ever…a $5 Book Shelf “I’ve literally NEVER painted a piece in my entire life…not even a fence post!” Amber purchased some American Paint Company products, but had never used them before. So, they sat on the shelf, staring at her day after day. Her dream was to paint a leather {Read More…}
New Life to a Child’s Favorite Toy with Clay, Chalk & Mineral Paint
August 6, 2018 by Leave a Comment
If you go up to your Grandma’s attic, you might just find an old rocking horse hiding up there. How awesome would it be to grab that rocking horse from the attic, clean it up, and re-paint it with an all natural products?! TOTALLY AWESOME!! So let’s find out how Debbie brought new life to {Read More…}
Wet Distressing Without Using Sandpaper
July 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Kathy Cook shares with us why she loves wet distressing without using sandpaper. She is the owner of The Vintage Dames near Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania. Her project truly shows that any piece is a diamond in the rough, because with a little TLC, something beautiful can be created. Kathy did not need to prime her {Read More…}
A Little Bit of Beach Glass is All it Took
July 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
A Little Bit of Beach Glass is All it Took Sheryl from Salvaged Soul Creations is always looking for new pieces to bring to life with a little bit of love and some eco-friendly products. Let’s see how A Little Bit of Beach Glass is All it Took to bring this dingy, well loved piece back {Read More…}
Freedom Road to Save the Day
July 9, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Heather purchased her paint from APC’s Authorized retailer, Antique Up in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. In this post, Heather shares with us a beautiful piece that only required some love with 2 products. Transforming furniture pieces in your home does not have to be a long, hard process. Let’s see how the color Freedom Road saved the day {Read More…}
Update Your Bathroom Vanity with Ease
June 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Carrie has stared at this main bathroom vanity in her home for the last 5 years and finally decided to update the look. Here she shows us how to update your bathroom vanity with ease. PRODUCTS USED: Carrie choose two colors from American Paint Company: Freedom Road & Home Plate. To seal the deal, she used {Read More…}
Chalk Painting a Piano Before and After
June 8, 2017 by 1 Comment
Finding an Old Piano to Repaint Heather Grimsrud found an old piano on an online buy and sell group. She shared her experience and pictures with us about chalk painting a piano before and after. Using the paint she purchased from American Paint Company retailer Dawn Interiors, she was able to turn the old, outdated {Read More…}
Transform Your Kitchen by Giving Your Cupboards a Facelift
March 20, 2017 by 3 Comments
Spring is just around the corner, and home improvement projects are on many people’s minds. However, kitchen makeovers are often put on the back burner, because renovating the heart of the home seems like a monumental task. But there are simple, cost-effective ways to transform your family’s kitchen without breaking the bank. American Paint Company {Read More…}
How to Repurpose an Old Hutch in Just 3 Hours
February 17, 2017 by 3 Comments
Repurposing old furniture may seem like an overwhelming task. Many folks pick up dated pieces with plans to give them a facelift, but the chore is often put off due to the prep work, time, and energy it entails. Thankfully, American Paint Company customer, Audrina Steciw, has found a quick and easy way to make {Read More…}
Chalk Painting Kitchen Cupboards Before and After
February 8, 2017 by 2 Comments
Erin’s home was built in 1908, and her kitchen was in need of an update. However, before embarking on the huge undertaking that a kitchen remodel can be, especially remodeling the kitchen in a home over 100 years old, she thought she would give painting a try first. Remodeling a kitchen can be very expensive, {Read More…}
How To Stain an Antique Kitchen Table with Eco-Friendly Glaze
January 28, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Years ago, Heidi Martindale purchased an antique pine kitchen table from her parents, who owned a furniture store. Heidi picked up the piece at a discounted price, as the table was damaged. As the years went on and the imperfections became more apparent, Heidi covered the old, antique piece of furniture with tablecloths {Read More…}
Vintage Antiquing Wax on a Side Table
December 27, 2016 by 1 Comment
Vintage Antiquing Wax on a Side Table Jo-Anne Dowdall-Brown signed up for a class at The Square Nail located in Renfrew, Ontario where she was taught how to use Vintage Antiquing Wax on a Side Table. Jo- Anne tells us: “This is one of two bedside tables given to me by a neighbor of my Mom and {Read More…}
Look What Happens When You Add Black Glaze to Painted Furniture
December 17, 2016 by 7 Comments
You might be surprised at how drastically the look of your painted furniture can change with Black Glaze. In this weeks ‘Share Your Project’ post, Georgina Kenny shows us what happens when you add an Eco-Friendly stain on top of furniture paint. Plus, you’ll learn the 3 basic steps to applying Glaze so you can {Read More…}
Don’t Let Red Scare You From Chalk Painting
November 9, 2016 by 1 Comment
Don’t Let Red Scare You From Chalk Painting Susan from Blooms Flowers & Gifts will tell you how easy it is to transform a simple bench into something beautiful. Don’t Let Red Scare You From Chalk Painting. See this transformation and 3 simple products used. This will inspire you to want to re-do a piece in {Read More…}
Eco Friendly Navy Blue Paint Makes Furniture Look Grand
October 27, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Eco Friendly Navy Blue Paint Makes Furniture Look Grand Thank you Carly for this transformation. This piece really shows that Eco Friendly Navy Blue Paint Makes Furniture Look Grand. If navy has never caught your eye before, maybe this transformation will cause you to look at APC’s Born on the 4th of July color in a {Read More…}
American Paint Company’s Dollar Bill with Clear Wax
October 26, 2016 by Leave a Comment
You Don’t Need Years of Experience to Create Beauty Dolores has been shopping at Fresh Vintage in Swift Current, Saskatchewan and has fallen in love with our products. Dolores share of this before & after shows you don’t need years of experience to create beauty. American Paint Company’s Dollar Bill with Clear Wax She tell {Read More…}
Chalk Painting Kitchen Cabinets in Smoke Signal and Crushed Tea
October 21, 2016 by 2 Comments
Chalk Painting Kitchen Cabinets in Smoke Signal and Crushed Tea We are in love with these 1980’s kitchen cabinets that Beverly from Balloons Tycoons was able to turn around to a modern look with just American Paint Company’s gray Smoke Signal, Crushed Tea & sealed with APC’s durable Hard Coat liquid sealer. From vintage to modern. We can’t {Read More…}
With American Paint Company Products Farm Tables are Farm Fresh
October 13, 2016 by Leave a Comment
With American Paint Company Products Farm Tables are Farm Fresh I wasn’t “Born in a Barn” so I don’t want to really eat and drink on one, SO I use the American Paint Companies fabulous paints to recreate and replicate the real thing. Lead free, no pesticide residue or other animal un-thinkables like real barn wood. Clean {Read More…}
Cannonball with Clear Wax on a Hutch
October 11, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Cannonball with Clear Wax on a Hutch Some people think re-doing an old piece of furniture is a lot of work. It does not have to be. It’s amazing what one color and one finish can do to a piece. Just check out this Hutch from Heather who used Cannon Ball with Clear Wax on {Read More…}
