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How do I paint my furniture distressed Americana?

I have a small chest of drawers that I want to paint to look distressed and worn in a darker blue color (to go with some old wood star shaped knobs). I can only find instructions for crackle or to distress white (not really what I'm wanting). Any suggestions on how to do this and what kind of paint to use? Thanks!

I would possibly paint the chest with a heavy primer (Kilz is good) I wouldn't put to much effort in it to make it perfect just paint it roughly. Then I would go over it with the blue that you want and once that is dry go over the edges with light sand paper. You could even go a step further by putting dents into the chest with a small hammer before you paint the primer on it and/or get a dark stain and *very lightly* rub over the blue to give it an 'old' or 'dirty' look. If you don't like the idea of the white showing through you could always pick a different color. Have fun and good luck!!
*If you choose to use colors underneath your main color I would use a flat paint or a colored primer. Then your top coat I wouldn't do anything shinier than a semi-gloss*

Installing door furniture is not just easy but fun to do!

Door furniture is not simply hardware; in fact it is a style statement. The kind of door furniture you choose for your home reflects your taste. What you ideally need to do is categorize why you need door furniture. Are you building a new house or renovating your old one? Are you working on a commercial venture? Do you need door fixtures for your shop, restaurant or office? These are a few answers you will want to have before proceeding to the next step. Here is an outline of an easy four-step process that will help you in selecting your door furniture and save you from any hassle.

Step one:

Once you have identified your reason of installing door furniture take a look around. For example you have just given your home a makeover and you are working on a limited budget, then changing door knobs would not only be cheaper but a sure-shot winner. It is cheap and shows an instant change around your home. Check your interiors and decide the kind of doorknobs you want. If your interiors are classy, old school and elegant then you should definitely go for brass door handle with ornate carving, for your main door. If you are thinking along the lines of commercial usage, or office use you will find that chrome door handles not only look stylish but they also do not need frequent replacement.

Step two:

Now that you have decided the kind of door handles would suit your home or office, you must research on the variety. The market is flooded with various kinds of door hardware. From chrome, brass, stainless steel to wooden, along with a range of textured finishes. Your research will entail logging on to the websites for doorknobs, as they not only save you the time but also unnecessary effort. You can work well within your budget.

Step three:

When you decide to buy your door handles you must keep this in mind, that you re not buying any particular door handle in isolation. There should be harmony in your choice; this will show how strong your aesthetics really are. What you might want to avoid is all the door handles screaming for attention. One relevant suggestion would be that perhaps, you work with a style and choose all the doorknobs accordingly.  If you have a theme of urban-chic then you can experiment with various sizes, use even antique door handles. It can give you the liberty to mix and match.

Step four:

Now that you have all the material with you, think about installation. One good way of cutting costs is to install the doorknobs by yourself. These days, majority of door furniture is accompanied with simple, step-by step do-it-yourself manuals. Installing door furniture is cheaper and satisfying. It will give you the satisfaction of having put your blood and sweat while building your home. It is a great way to teach your own children the value of money and hard work.

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South Shore Furniture, Summer Breeze Collection, 5 Drawer Chest, Vanilla Cream List Price: $184.99 Sale Price: $128.99 You save: $56.00 (30%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 3 to 5 days See Reviews For This Product Description 3210035 South Shore 5-Drawer Chest, Summer Breeze Collection, Country, Vanilla Cream. This elegant 5-drawer chest features fresh clean lines, profiled edges, and a stylized decorative kickplate that will highlight any decor. Part of the collection's 6-piece bedroom furniture ensemble. Features Chest of drawers coordinates with the South Shore bed sets in Vanilla Cream, Natural Maple, or White This item is made of composite wood panels that carry the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification 5 spacious drawers open on high-quality Smart Glides with safety catches and soft closing rubber mechanisms Fresh, clean lines, profiled edges, and a stylized decorative kickplate; some easy assembly required Measures 31 inches wide by 16 inches deep by 45 inches high; 5-year warranty

Fremont Drawer Dresser with Metal Knobs in Espresso Finish List Price: $417.59 Sale Price: $191.72 You save: $225.87 (54%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Fremont Drawer Dresser with Metal Knobs in Espresso Finish Dimension: 60"W x 16"D x 29"H Finish: Espresso and Antique Bronze Material: Composite Wood Fremont Drawer Dresser with Metal Knobs in Espresso Finish This 6-drawer dresser features a profiled top, side moldings and an arched kick plate. Other highlights include solid antique bronze-finished knobs and six full size drawers that run on smooth, all-metal roller glides with built-in safety stops. As a higher quality ready-to-assemble product, it is made from durable composite woods, and unlike other RTA furniture, has no plastic edgebanding. Assembly required. Features Fremont Drawer Dresser with Metal Knobs Espresso Finish Bedroom Bedroom->Chests and Dressers Some assembly may be required. Please see product details.

Little Ladybug Decorative High Gloss Ceramic Drawer Knob Sale Price: $2.99   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 4-5 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Handcrafted in the USA to the highest standards using a specialized heat fused, high definition image transfer, that is tripled sealed with a UV resistant glass like gloss finish to ensure durability, easy cleaning, and to obtain an enamel hard like finish. Unlike some of our competitors cheaper plastic and wooden drawer knobs, our drawer knobs are made from high grade ceramic, the artwork is guaranteed not fade, and hardware is included. Great for use on dressers, cabinets, closets, desk drawers, tables and More..... Simple to install, and great to quickly change for seasons, holidays, partys, etc. Each one of our knobs are handcrafted using licensed materials with great individual care and attention to detail . We also offer matching Outlet Covers, Double Size Switchplates, Triple Size Switchplates, Rocker GFI Covers, Combo Switchplates, Phone and Cable Covers. We are certain that you will be completely delighted and satisfied with our products, and offer a no questions asked money back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied. Knobs are " Not " handpainted, they are heat fused. All purchased Items will arrive via USPS and a the tracking # will be sent to you. Features Knobs are 1 1/2" in Diameter High Definition Image / Unique / Custom Made / Standard Size High Quality Ceramic / Heat Fused for Durability High Gloss Finish / Will Not Chip or Fade Hardware Included

Frigidaire Washer / Dryer Knob 134844410 Sale Price: $3.85   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description THIS 134844410 FRIGIDAIRE SELECTOR KNOB WORKS WITH MANY FRIGIDAIRE, WHITE-WESTINGHOUSE AND OTHER BRAND WASHER/DRYERS. SPECIFICATIONS:DETAILS: WHITE WITH GRAY GRIP.SIZE: APPROX. 1.5" IN DIAMETER.THIS IS A GENUINE FRIGIDAIRE PART. THIS IS A DIRECT REPLACEMENT PART FOR YOUR ORIGINAL KNOB. Features THIS 134844410 FRIGIDAIRE SELECTOR KNOB WORKS WITH MANY FRIGIDAIRE, WHITE-WESTINGHOUSE AND OTHER BRAND WASHER/DRYERS. SPECIFICATIONS:DETAILS: WHITE WITH GRAY GRIP.SIZE: APPROX. 1.5" IN DIAMETER.THIS IS A GENUINE FRIGIDAIRE PART. THIS Works with the following models: Frigidaire CFRE5711KW0, Frigidaire CFRE5714KW0 Electrolux EKDR14XAKW0, Electrolux ELTW20XAKW0, Frigidaire FGR641FS1, Frigidaire FGR641FS2

South Shore Furniture, Cotton Candy Collection, 4 Drawer Chest, Pure White Sale Price: $159.96   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 3 to 5 days See Reviews For This Product Description South Shore Candy 4-Drawer Chest - Pure White Features Profiled top and drawer fronts Plenty of drawer space This item is made of composite wood panels that carry the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification 5 year warranty Assembly required

Frigidaire Dryer Timer Knob 134011703 Sale Price: $7.89   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Frigidaire Washer Dryer Timer Knob 134011703 Features THIS FRIGIDAIRE 134011703 DRYER TIMER KNOB IS COMPATIBLE WITH MANY DIFFERENT FRIGIDAIRE WHITE-WESTINGHOUSE, GIBSON, TAPPAN, KELVINATOR AND ELECTROLUX GENUINE DRYERS. SPECIFICATIONS: COLOR: WHITE TYPE: TIMER KNOB REPLACES PART NUMBERS: Works with the following models: Frigidaire CER3600A, Frigidaire CER3600AS, Frigidaire CER3600AS0 Frigidaire CER3600AS1, Frigidaire CGR3600AS0, Frigidaire CGR3600AS1, Frigidaire CGR3600AS2

Whimsical Tropical Fish Nautical Drawer Pull Knob Sale Price: $7.88   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Whimsical Tropical Fish Drawer Knob Pull Nautical Style, Cabinet Knobs Features Measures appox 2 inches Hand painted ceramic whimsical fish Hardware included Easy installation

Whirlpool Washer Timer Knob 3362624 Sale Price: $5.99   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Roper Washer Timer Knob 3362624 2" Diameter Black Rubberized Timer Knob with 11/8" Diameter Center Disc Works with: * Whirlpool Washing Machines * Roper Washing Machines * KitchenAid Washing Machines * Kenmore Washing Machines Replaces: * 3362624 * Washer Timer Knob Features Metal back to prevent breakage Washer Knob - Black with Stainless Steel Insert Black Timer Knob with silver center ring fits some Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, KitchenAid Washing Machines

Whirlpool Grey Dryer Control Knob - 8181859 Sale Price: $17.35   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Whirlpool Kenmore Washer or Dryer Knob 8181859 Features Genuine Whirlpool Replacement Dryer Control Knob Fits the following Whirlpool Clothes Dryers: 7MGHW9150PW0, 7MGHW9400PW0, GHW9100LQ0, GHW9100LQ1, GHW9100LQ2, GHW9100LW0, GHW9100LW1, GHW9100LW2, GHW9150PW0, GHW9150PW1, GHW9160PW0, GHW9160PW1, GHW9200LQ0, GHW9200LW0, GHW9250ML0, GHW9250ML1, GHW9250ML2, GHW9250MQ0, GHW9250MQ1, GHW9250MQ2, GHW9250MT0, GHW9250MT1, GHW9250MT2, GHW9250MW0, GHW9250MW1, GHW9250MW2, GHW9300PW0, GHW9300PW1, GHW9400PL0, GHW9400PL1, GHW9400PT0, GHW9400PT1, GHW9400PW0, GHW9400PW1, GHW9460PL0, GHW9460PL1, GHW9460PW0, GHW9460PW1

Lots of 8 Furniture/Cabinet Knobs with Custom FlushFit Connectors, perfect Reproductions of the Double Fluted Old Town knob pulls. List Price: $59.95 Sale Price: $39.95 You save: $20.00 (33%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description This listing is in Lots of Eight (8) Antique type Furniture/Cabinet Double Fluted Old Town Knob Pulls with Custom FlushFit Connectors. To assure that you receive the correct hardware, please email us the Door and Drawer thickness for the custom connectors. Standard connectors are in Nickel (also available in polished Brass, Brushed Brass or Brushed Nickel on request). In the even we do not receive the your email, we will include two sets of screws to fit standard cabinet thickness. The Pulls are Perfect Reproductions in Depression Crystal GLASS, Medium Size 1-1/8 x 1-1/4 inch, perfect Reproductions of the Double Fluted Old Town knob pulls. Our Double Flute-10point Finest Crystal Cabinet Knobs are Guaranteed to your satisfaction. Our Custom FlushFit Connectors eliminates the screw extending into the cabinet as in pictured included. In the unlikely event you have any problems, we are available by email to phone to solve them.Each knob pull includes a Custom FlushFit Connector to replace the old authentic "bolt" in glass knobs that does away with the "nut and bolt" protruding from the knob on the inside of the cabinet or drawer. This is a great improvement of the "modern mounting ferrule", now discontinued due to customer complaints. We test every knob and pulls to be sure that you will only receive the knob and pulls the will fit your particular thickness Features Factory Direct Price Contains All hardware needed to install Customer Service Direct 404-235-9911 Finest Antique Reproductions 40 years of experience making hardware