This old cupboard was in the basement when I bought my house. I thought it had charm because it was made of car siding which happens to be pretty much in vogue. It was a dull brown so I set to revamping it. I decided to crackle it, using hide glue. (Crackling in this manner is an inexact way so you might like to use a kit or crackle medium instead of the glue) It now it has a place in my kitchen by my dining set. I love it now!
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Elaine,
I love your cupboard! Nice job and good idea. Thanks for sharing!
I love your cupboard. I really like the primitive/shabby chic decorating. You did a great job. Thank you for sharing with us.
I LOVE your cupboard! Several years ago,I found the below armoire at a garage sale. It was in really bad shape. It had 4 coats of paint...black,brown,white and green.
Janiee, your armoire is beautiful! I have refinished lots of good pieces too and it is so satisfying isn't it?
Drool! I love your cupboard!! We have similar taste and I love how you decorated the inside too!!!
Car siding?
Editor's Note Looks like railroad box car siding.
Car siding is another word for tongue and groove. This wood has a groove that a smaller edge of the next piece goes into. It makes an amazing finish for walls, floors and such.
You did a great job! Yes, distressed or shabby chic is very popular and easy to do.
PBP
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