I get tons of questions about what painted furniture should feel like when it’s done, how do you know if it is done well when buying a piece of painted furniture, etc. It’s simple…it’s all in the finish:-)
My mom (COO of Stylish Patina, my #1 Picker and hauler) is the queen of this topic. She goes around and feels every piece of painted furniture she looks at. It’s pretty funny but actually a great way to tell if a piece is done well. It should be smooth to the touch, almost velvety (is that a word?) or silky. How do you get this finish? Well, we will talk about it in my new intermediate refresh class coming up soon.
You can have a very rustic painted piece, and it can still be smooth and lovely. And yes, you can get this finish with a wax or poly top coat, and in some cases, if you know some tricks, you can even get this feeling with a non-waxed piece of painted furniture! So if you are shopping for furniture, follow Mom's lead, just run your hand across the top and sides of the piece, and if it feels good to the touch, you are in good shape.
If you are around tomorrow night, swing by the shop in Falls Church; we will be open late (until 8 pm) for First Friday! Join us for some great shopping, wine, and snacks!
Come see us for 1st Friday
It's all in the touch...
