Shabby Chic Bookcases

Creating Shabby Chic Bookcases is an easy project that can be accomplished in one weekend. To start this Shabby Chic Bookcase Paint Technique project you will need to spend at least one weekend, but maybe a little more time.

Any real wood or cheap plain fake wood Bookcases are perfect for this Shabby Chic Paint Technique.

Here is a list of supplies you will need to start making these Shabby Chic Bookcases:

· Primer
· Paint (2 colors: white and either sand or tan)
· Roller paint brushes
· A variety of 2", 3", or 4" paint brushes
· Wood stain
· Glaze
· Sandpaper
· Drop clothes
· Bookcases

Now, start sanding the surface of your plain Bookcases. Once you have the surface lightly sanded, you should wipe off the dust with a clean dry clothe. An old white t-shirt will work perfectly here.

Now, you are ready to put a coat of primer. If you are using a cheap fake wood Bookcases this is a very important step. Your Shabby Chic Paint Technique will not stick to your surface if you don't sand and then prime your Bookcase surface.

If you want a rough more rustic Shabby Chic Bookcases try putting the primer on with one of the 4" brushes. This will give texture and create the look of real wood. If you prefer the smoother look you can roll the paint on with any type of paint roller. A foam roller will create the smoothest surface.

Allow your primer to dry completely.

Put on a coat of your base paint. This is either a sand color or tan color. You could do a yellowish tan. This paint should not be the actual color you want your desk to end up, but the color you want to show through when you finish the Shabby Chic Bookcases.

Now you are ready to paint your surface with the real color you wish it to be. I always recommend painting a white or antique white color for true Shabby Chic Bookcases.

Don't be scared to choose a bright white because the Shabby Chic Bookcase Paint Technique process will tone down the appearance of the stark white considerably if you want.