Fab Furniture Flippin Contest – Coastal Inspirations with Saltwash™

* Saltwash™ used creating this Coastal Inspirations project was received free of charge from Saltwash™, however all ideas, opinions and experiences are 100% my own.  Full policy can be read here.

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It is JUNE!!! Well, by the time I finish and submit my post probably end of June, but it is still June nonetheless.  This month’s Fab Furniture Flippin’ Contest theme is “Coastal Inspirations” and it is sponsored by the amazing Saltwash™ .  Hosting this month’s challenge are  Carrie of Thirty Eighth Street and Colleen of 58 Water Street.

Saltwash™ is a Real Sea Salt additive for your paint which helps you create that beautiful and unique weather worn look in just a few simple steps.  I was sooooooo excited to hear about this month’s sponsor as I have been admiring the product over social media for ages!!  Have you seen the amazing effect you can achieve with it???

 

I also absolutely LOVE the theme of this month’s contest “Coastal Inspiration”,  as I get inspired by the sea, the views and the beach every single day! I am lucky enough to live on the beautiful Isle of Man and call it my home.

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I received the Saltwash™ in post and squealed with excitement when I opened the box. This was something new to me, something I have never tried, so of course I was super excited!

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I decided to use a little side table and a chair to create a matching set.  In all the excitement I forgot to take a picture of the chair!!! argh.. Here is the before picture of the table at least.

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I followed the instructions and mixed some chalk paint with the Saltwash™ until I had a thick consistency.  This was going to be my base colour (Mother Duck).

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I put the paint on the surface ( I am using the technical term from the Saltwash™ website)  – using  “glob” like technique.  This was quite hard as I normally paint very neatly to avoid any brush strokes.  Well, NOT in this case! “Glob away” and don’t worry about imperfections as that’s exactly what you want to have the best effect.

Once the surface has dried a little, go over with the brush to lightly smooth out the layer and let it dry.

Then I put on the top coat  – I chose to use my  home made white chalk paint for this and let it dry.

NOW came the fun part.. SAND SAND SAND ( I am not usually THAT keen on sanding but in this case I couldn’t wait to get started!)! This is when you see the actual results and my oh my it is gorgeous.  The texture, the detail and authenticity!  I then drybrushed with some darker blue for some accents.

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To finish off I waxed over to bring out the depth of the colours. I absolutely LOVE the effect and definitely will be using it again and again! It really does give you an authentic, time worn look.  I kind of feel I want to Saltwash™ everything all of a sudden..(hint hint – the blue vase/bottle).

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What do you think of my Coastal Inspiration?

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Evey of Evey’s Creations (Co-Creator) Stacy of Anastasia Vintage (Co-Creator), Carrie @ Thirty Eighth Street (Host), Colleen @ 58 Water Street (Host), Thea @Sweet Tea Refinishings

The Fab Furniture Flippin’ Contest is open only to the entrants who have signed up through the group Facebook page. If you are an active, furniture flippin’ blogger, and you’d like to participate in future contests please contact the hosts at info@fabfurnitureflippincontest.com to find out how!

 Don’t forget to go check out the  fabulous contest creators and hosts projects too!!

Carrie

saltwash paint, salt wash paint, how to use salt wash, how to get a beachy furniture look

Colleen

paint, upcycle, flipping furniture, creating texture

If you unsure on how to achieve this look, there is a great video tutorial available on their website.

 

 

 

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24 thoughts on “Fab Furniture Flippin Contest – Coastal Inspirations with Saltwash™

  1. What a wonderful scenic view, and the furniture isn’t too bad either…LOL. No, I really love it. Would like to try the Saltwash myself sometime. It looks very interesting. I can see why you like it.

  2. Fantastic work as always, Evija!. I was wondering whether I can get in my local home depot for this. I have so many furniture that I would love to transform, inspired by you :). Cheers from NYC #OMHGWW

  3. Your coastal table and chair look truly amazing Evija. This is such a great technique. Thank you for sharing at Shabbilicious Friday last week. I’m delighted to be featuring this project at tomorrow’s party. Hugs ~ Kerryanne

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