Use: maintain a raw/ bare wood finish after topcoat is applied; helps to minimize yellow/ orange/ red undertones in wood and even out blemishes
Tell me about using a tan paint wash
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26 responses to “Tell me about using a tan paint wash”
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This is by far the most in depth, informative blog I’ve ever seen on paint washing! Thank you!
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So happy that I was able to give you a step by step instruction that was so helpful, Kim!
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Do you notice any difference between using chalk paints vs regular paints?
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I love the feel that the chalk style paints leave- more of a matte than shiny and plastic-y.
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Hi, which topcoat did you use in this case? Thanks
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Hi Stefania- my go to topcoat for sealing paint at this time was General Finishes High-Performance Topcoat in Satin 😊
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Would this kind of finish work for cabinetry? We have some older cabinets that are solid wood but very orangey. We’d love to refinish them to a natural wood look. But wondering if this kind of finish would hold up to wear and tear.
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The wash itself will hold up if you prepare the surface properly – like sanding off the original finish. The wear and tear will 99% depend on the topcoat you use to seal the wash itself. In the past, I’ve used General Finishes High Performance Topcoat and have had incredible results from it!
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I tried a paint wash-loved the look. Went to put my top coat poly on it and it immediately turned orange. So sad! Any tips? Shellac?
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Thank you for this! I did a paint wash on an oak table. I should have done more research about shellac coats- I didn’t apply one the first time through so when I put my poly topcoat on it immediately turned orange! Any other tips?
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I’m so sorry that happened to you! So I did a cherry set in a paint wash and I applied Zinsser’s Sealcoat (a dewaxed shellac) after I applied the paint wash. This sort of seals the paint wash and then the topcoat sits on top of that. Also, using a water-based topcoat like General Finishes High-Performance Topcoat (instead of an oil-based) will also help the reduce the chances of it yellowing. I hope that helps!
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Can I stain after a wash?
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Most definitely! It often provides a really nice base coat. You could also use a glaze as well 😊
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I did two coats of tan wash and I think it’s too much. It looks kind of like paint. How can I remove some of it? Do I need to sand again?
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Hi Bray- you’ll have to carefully sand again to remove it. If you use a higher grit (180-220), *might* be able to remove just enough without having to redo the paint wash. But more likely than not, you’ll have to start over. A good learning for next time, right?! (This is what I tell myself when something doesn’t turn out the way I intended 😂).
I’d love to know how it turns out!
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I keep coming back to this post for multiple projects because it’s so good and comprehensive. Thank you!
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Jennifer! You have no idea how much your comment means to me. Truly am so glad that I can help 🙂
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what paint did you use for your example photo?
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For this project, I used Annie Sloan’s Country Grey 🙂
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