Behold the Power of Paint!

I've had this sweet little French vanity in my shop for a few months and it just wasn't getting the attention it deserved.  It has curvy cabriole legs, original brass hardware and beveled mirror.  

So I took it home for a quick cosmetic update which started with a (very) light sanding, followed by a dry brushing of Krylon's Classic Gray mixed with a little Ivory.  The Classic Gray was a little darker than I wanted.

Next, I rubbed on a very light coat of Minwax wood stain in Dark Walnut

When that was completely dry (I waited 2 days), I rubbed on a coat of Briwax liming wax. This product adds a white wash over everything.

While all of that was happening, the brass hardware was sitting in a bowl of white vinegar.  After drying it, I rubbed with some extra-fine steel wool.

And yesterday I brought it back to the shopping looking like this

This area is poorly lit for photographs - here are some closer images (please excuse the dangling cords!)

And do you remember this mid-century bench?

It found a home in Mandi Smith's bathroom.

Go Interior Design Musings to see her bathroom makeover! Thanks, Mandi!

Happy weekend!!!

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