Distressing creates an air of nostalgia and, and a softness that might not be achievable with flatly applied paint. Its also used to create French style and country looks.

METHOD

1. Clean furniture well, removing all traces of dirt, grease, wax and loose particles.

2. Using a paint brush paint the item with Voodoo Molly Vintage Paint (or Voodoo Molly Vintage Chalk), keeping the brush strokes in the direction of the grain. Remember to use disposable gloves - our paint is super sticky!

3. Allow paint to dry well between coats. This will help prevent paint peeling when you distress it.

4. When fully dry use sandpaper to gently rub away the paint from edges. For a rough look use 100-120 grit, for more subtle distressing use 150-180 grit. 

5. To protect the exposed wood and provide a soft, subtle sheen add a coat of Voodoo Molly Vintage Wax. Allow to dry and buff with a soft cloth.

6. For a glossier shine or extra protection on high-use areas use Voodoo Molly Vintage Clearcoat  instead. Additional coats increase the gloss level.