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Using Annie Sloan’s decorative Chalk Paint is so easy, Natasha Dahlke of Castle Rock has painted a buffet with one hand while holding 7-month-old Bennett in her other arm. “I like the distressed look, ...

For a long time, I used to be so intimidated to even think about painting things, then I learned about chalk paint. Take a look at these easy chalk paint projects and ideas anyone can do. I am by no ...

Christen Bensten discovered chalk paint only last year, after doing a lot of experimenting with milk paint. She switched to Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, a British line of water-based paints that require ...

SHAKER HEIGHTS -- You spent a week carefully sanding, priming and painting that cute chest of drawers you rescued from your aunt's attic. But your best friend is bragging on Facebook about how she ...

DIY novices, fear not: refurbing your furniture is much simpler than you may think. Repainting a dresser, bookshelf, or mirror doesn't have to be an arduous task, and can be tackled in a weekend ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The concept of painting furniture feels rather counterintuitive ...

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