Antique French Country TV Cabinet DIY Project

French Country Antique Paint Process for a Laminate or Wood TV Cabinet

This French Country TV Cabinet is made from one of those super cheap laminate TV cabinets or even from an existing wood TV cabinet you already have. You can update the look of your existing furniture for so little money to fit into a French Country look.

Creating a French Country antique paint finish on a TV Cabinet is an easy project that can be accomplished in one weekend. To start this French Country antique TV Cabinet project you will need a few different materials from your local home improvement store as well as some time.

Those cheap plain fake wood TV Cabinet are perfect for French Country antiquing. If you have old or outdated wood TV Cabinet and just want to change the color or look this French Country antique paint process is also good.

Here is a list of supplies you will need to start French Country antiquing and resurfacing your old TV Cabinet:

· Primer
· Bright or Royal Blue Paint & Sunny Yellow Paint or Terra Cotta and Blue Paint
· Roller paint brushes
· A variety of 2", 3", or 4" paint brushes
· Wood stain
· Glaze
· Sandpaper
· Drop clothes
· Cheap, outdated, or plain TV Cabinet

Now, start sanding the surface of your plain TV Cabinet. 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 TV Cabinet this is a very important step. Your resurfacing and French Country antique paint technique will not stick to your surface if you don't sand and then prime your TV Cabinet.

If you want a rough more rustic French Country look 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.