I just discovered your channel and must say that in two videos of using dark waxes I learned so much. I am working on my very first project of painting nesting tables and applying an aging wax to them and have been a little apprehensive / nervous about applying wax. However, after watching your videos I feel better armed. You are a great instructor explaining details so well. Thank you, Amanda ❤
This was SUPER helpful as I'm new to distressing pieces. You're very thorough & answered every question as it came into my mind. The volume was a bit low but once I cranked mine up, it was fine. Thanks again!
These are by far the very best videos I’ve seen. I love that you give very precise instructions and get right to the point...no chit chat, music or other distracting things going on around you. I do have a couple questions. How much pressure are you applying to the piece when you do the clear wax coat? Also, yours is the first I have seen applying the dark wax on the piece without making sure the clear wax is dry. All the others I have watched (which are a lot) say to let the clear wax dry first. Does this help the dry wax go on easier? Last, I saw a video that recommended adding a small amount of mineral spirits to the dark wax. What is your opinion on that? Thank you, thank you, thank you for your time and efforts spent educating newbies such as myself. Karen
Hi Karen! We love to help! We do not apply a lot of pressure. Annie Sloan always says you should not be working harder to wax than to paint! Clear wax first (and not dry) allows for a consistent finish. You will be able to control you dark wax better if you clear first and then dark right after. If you do it this way, you will not need to add mineral spirits to your dark wax. Hope this helps!
Thank you for responding so quickly. Oops...I meant dark wax not dry wax. I usually proof read before sending...I was so excited to start that I forgot. I am doing my dining room table and 8 chairs and am so addicted now. I’m getting ready to wax them. It’s great to watch this again to remind me just how to do the wax. Thanks again, you rock!
well said! I was doing TOTALLY wrong lol lol I was puting dark (or black ) wax first and then clear wax...I was killing my hands and arms! thank you so much! you look gorgeus as always ! sending some love from Denver :)
Thank you Rigina! We try to make things as simple as possible at Suite Pieces 😉 have you tried the new wax we’re offering?? The brand is Jolie and it’s our new favorite. We’ll be doing some new videos on it soon...but it’s no hazardous & no odor...and glides on like a dream!!! Easy peasy 😉
I have a buffet top that is natural bright maple with a shellac finish. I want to tone down the pure maple light color/shine to better match my red buffet bottom. How can I do this without stripping the shellac off. Can I do a dark wash or dark wax?
Hi. Thank you for your wonderful videos! I just discovered chalk paint and wax and am looking forward to starting my first project. Question: will the dark wax rub off on fabric, etc? I'm guessing that once it has cured the answer is no, but just making sure. Thanks again!
How do you clean the wax brushes. If you use your clear wax brush. To go over a darker now you have your clear wax brush. Tip is darker. How do you clean that off?
There are thousands of color combinations & choices! Personally some of our favorites for a neutral finish are French Linen, Graphite, Pure White or Paris Grey. If you'd like a pop of color, Giverny, Provence, or Arles are lovely! We love all the colors, so this is a tough question!
No. Dark or Brown Wax will be the final coat. Actually if it is TOO dark, you can apply clear after and it will actually remove the dark wax (as long as you applied clear wax first!)
can you paint over cheap , I don't know what you call it, it's like a wallpaper like cover over my computer table, its solid wood but covered in something? hope you get what I'm trying to say. Veneer.....yeah
Yes you can! As along as the veneer isn't Thermofoil (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermofoil) and isn't peeling off the MDF backing then just clean it and you are good to go!
🍰What a great video. So many of the paint videos are extremely long, chatty, always commenting and saying Hi to the viewers and very little demonstrating.
Hi Pamela! Cleaning wax off your brushes is very easy! For a step by step guide on washing wax or paint off your brushes check out our video! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QZc-dhqxFF8.html
I will have to be long distance for your input and questions. I am in Oklahoma. To far for a causal visit to the shop but I am so glad you are there to help. Thank you again Amanda ~ ♥️😊
It really depends on the paint. Wax is meant to penetrate and seal when used with Chalk Paint®. Traditional paint contains latex and plastics, so the wax would just sit on top.
