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Here is the step-by-step:
STEP #1 – Prep by cleaning and repairing. I used (afflinks) Krud Kutter and J-B Weld KwikWood to fill holes and indents. The back plates were nailed in, so those holes needed filling.
STEP #2 – Sand the finish to give tooth.
STEP #3 – Clean off the dust from sanding with a damp cloth.
STEP #4 – Prime with (afflink) Wallprim, preferably tinted to match the paint you will be using for your finish coat. I used my (afflink) HomeRight Finish Max sprayer. On the front right you can see another project – I painted this first to get a feel for the (afflink) Fresco.


STEP #7 – Wait a week before topcoating to let the lime paint sufficiently dry. I used the (afflink) Pure and Original Dead Flat EcoSealer. It was easy to apply and dried nicely. I used a Country Chic oval brush.
STEP #8 – New hardware usually is in order. In this case, I had no choice because I can’t find the original hardware. After spending a day looking for that illusive bag of metal, I gave up and we just went out a bought some. BUT, as it usually turns out, the new hardware with just what it needed.
Look at the difference a bit of paint and hardware can make:
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Wow Val, you knocked it outta the park with this transformation! I have always loved the look the lime paint, and it really changed up this dated cart! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! I will have to try this Pure & Original paint. Thanks for sharing
Thanks, Kaycee! It was a fun project – and it’s going back in my living room. I get to keep this one!
Hi Val, what a difference between the before and after! I've never heard of lime paint but I'm loving the finish and the color. Pinning to share and refer back to.
Thanks, Marie. You should try the Fresco. It’s such a regal finish.
Please tell me; is it necessary to sand the whole piece prior to painting with the Pure and Original line?
Leslie tells how she did it in her original post that I referenced. Just click her link.
I always sand, to be sure. Even if it’s just to give a bit of tooth, it’s always a good idea.
Wow! What a beautiful transformation. I love the aged finish effect. I've never heard of this paint – I'll have to give it a try.
Thanks. The Pure & Original has a bit of learning curve, but I do love the outcome.
Love the color, goes with many things! Thats a great color to stencil something as well.
Maria
Thanks. I tend to go with conservative colors in my home, but this has a bit of a twist since the lime paint in it varies the color.
Hey Val, that is a wonderful piece that I'd love to have in my home. I can't think how it could have turned out any nicer and it's one of my favorite colors at the moment. Well done.
Thanks. I’m so glad I get to keep this one. It’s hard to let them go!
Thank you Val, it’s beautiful!
Thanks for visiting, Shirley!