This post is #sponsored by Chalk Paint® Decorative Paint by Annie Sloan, all opinions are mine.
Hey friends! The last couple of weeks I’ve showed you little bits and pieces of my kitchen makeover, like how we installed board and batten and how I filled that awkward little spot above the microwave. Well the makeover madness continues! I seriously think I should just tape the paint brush to my hand because it seems to be that I can’t put that darn thing down lately!
Most recently I painted my kitchen island, and oh my, I’m in love! I used Chalk Paint® Decorative Paint by Annie Sloan in Duck Egg Blue, isn’t she gorgeous?!
The kitchen island wasn’t in bad shape. It was white with a dark granite slab counter top. I added the nickel hardware when we bought the house and overall it looked nice and was very functional. The kitchen needed a pop of color though, and against the dark granite, I knew the Duck Egg Blue would look beautiful.
Can your kitchen island use a fun makeover? Here’s what you’ll need:
1 qt. of Chalk Paint® Decorative Paint by Annie Sloan
Painter’s tape
Annie Sloan Clear Soft Wax
Dry cloth
How To Brighten Up Your Kitchen Island
The first thing I did was scrub the entire piece down until everything was squeaky clean. Next, I taped the floors and the inner edges of the shelves. Then I got to painting!
With the chalk paint there is no sanding, or even priming, so I was able to paint the island without fuss or mess! I painted 2 coats of the Duck Egg Blue, allowing for some dry time in between coats.
This project took a grand total of 1.5 hours from start to finish. Granted the kitchen island isn’t large by any means, it’s ‘big enough’. The amount of time yours will take is going to depend on how large it is.
Lastly, once the piece was completely dry, I added a light coat of the Annie Sloan Clear Wax with a soft cloth. Later I went over it again with a dry cloth to ‘buff’ it.
The wax gave it a ‘worn’ look which I love! For a slight gloss you can buff it out more, but I really love this look!
I’m having the best time making over my kitchen and dining space! Come back tomorrow to check out the stools that turn this kitchen island to a breakfast bar!
What can use a little Chalk Paint® Decorative Paint by Annie Sloan in your home?
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malia says
It truly is gorgeous! What a great centerpiece for your kitchen!
malia says
It truly is gorgeous! What a great centerpiece for your kitchen!
Tara says
Beautiful, Barbara! I love that color & your kitchen is awesome!
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Thank you so much! It’s still in progress, but we’re gettin’ there!
Dinah says
Looks fantastic, Barbara! Love it!
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Thanks so much Dinah!
Laura / The Shed by Pet Scribbles says
Your island is gorgeous! Love that Duck Egg Blue color, and your kitchen is really coming along nicely! :) Want to do mine next?
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Hi Laura! Thanks so much! I’d love to work on your kitchen! Just say the word, and send the plane ticket ha!
Ashley @ Simply Designing says
SO lovely!!
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Thank you Ashley!
Pop Art Minis - Joni says
Looks great…love the new color!
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Thank you Joni!
Dawn from I Think We Could Be Friends says
LOVE that color and love the idea of the island being a different color :) I really like the grouping of pictures and other things on your wall, too…great style!
Stopping by from the 36th Ave. Party, Dawn from http://www.ithinkwecouldbefriends.com
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Thanks Dawn, what a great compliment! Welcome!
Barbara Moore says
How has the paint held up on your island?
Thx!
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Barbara, it’s held up beautifully! Those doors and drawers are slammed shut all day long in our house not to mention kicked and run into (kids!)..the island still looks great and for the most part all I need to do is wipe down scuff marks and bruises!