This process is very popular for finishing oak because of the wood grain s porous quality but it also looks great on a variety of wood species.
White washed oak effect furniture.
Sand wooden furniture gently.
If your personal brand of diy is rehabbing interior pieces one thing s for sure wood whitewash furniture will never go out of style.
In lieu of authentic whitewash modern finishers use stain whitewashing wax or even white primer to get the same effect.
Interesting lime effects can be created on soft woods that may be colour washed or stained before to achieve more of a contrast.
The practice of white washing wood has been around for a long time but grey washing wood has been gaining popularity in recent years.
It has a bit of farmhouse and a bit of beachy.
When used on open grained wood such as oak chestnut and ash liming has a pleasing effect but it s not so good with pine.
Results after the first whitewash application.
When pickling oak wood again apply the stain with a brush but it s important to wipe the stain against the grain.
Gently brush on the clear finish to protect both the wood and the stain.
Use it as a white wash stain.
Whitewashed console table tufted cube ottomans home to two little girls and parents who love to entertain this room needed to be family friendly while still having a sophisticated feel for their guests.
The first coat of whitewash creates a soft rustic white wash wood stain look.
Once the whitewash has dried use a clear water based finish to protect the wood.
The whitewashed wood plank wall in the photo at top source from a modern farmhouse bathroom is a great example.
Grey tinted furniture and doors can add a neutral classy and cozy feel to your home.
First dilute the white paint with water to a consistency of heavy cream.
Pickling is the best choice for white staining oak.
Stripping off old finish is not necessary unless the finish is flaking off.
The beauty of this weathered wood finish is that you can truly embrace any imperfections that your piece of furniture may or may not have.
If you want a wash that allows you to see the wood grain underneath opt for a paint and water wash.
It protected the wood from rot and moisture while giving it a characteristic washed out appearance.
Over sanding pine or oak can cause tannins to leak through the paint and tinge it yellow.
Unlike using a whitewash stain you re trying to largely obscure the wood grain and make the furniture completely white.
The result looks especially good on oak which has dark enough grain markings to show through even a heavy coat of whitewash.