Rust-Oleum Projects
Fence Bench
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Estimated Time
3 Hours
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Challenge Level
Intermediate
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Tools & Supplies:
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Old Garden Bench
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Sandpaper
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Drop Cloths
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Paper Towles Or Napkins
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- Find a spot outdoors and cover the ground with a drop cloth. It's always best to do these kinds of projects in the shade.
- Sand off any loose paint so that you have a smooth finish -- no chips.
- Wipe the bench clean with a damp cloth and let dry.
- Brush on the ivory base coat from the American Accents® Distressed Finishes Ivory Kit and let dry. Because this is a distressed finish, one coat should be just perfect.
- Use the enclosed sanding pad to sand away the ivory paint in areas that would naturally distress. (Edges show off the distressing technique the best.)
- Apply the dark brown top coat to areas that you have sanded and then wipe it away with a paper towel. The longer you let the top coat soak into the wood, the darker it will appear. If the color isn't dark enough, apply it again.
- Once the bench is dry, find a perfect shady spot for it in your garden.