2.13.2011

Chandelier Makeover

Hope everyone had a great weekend. The weather here was gorgeous. We have dove into a few projects around here. That hole we made in the peninsula the other day got opened up. We decided to give it a go at putting in that extra cabinet. More on that later. For now I want to show you this.

silver chandy 3 copy

I finally got the little redo of my dining room chandelier done. This is what I started with.

gold chandy copy  you do not see christmas dishes in the hutch

It was a little dark and heavy for what I was envisioning for the dining room. I had already tried just taking off the shades but it was still feeling dark. The little knobby thing on the bottom was already off as I was testing the color of the rub and buff.

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 toothbrush copy
I taped off the ceiling and got to work with the rub and buff in silver leaf. I mostly used my fingers but also used a small tooth brush to get into spots I couldn’t reach. I had considered taking it down and spraying it but I wanted more control of the silver and I wanted a bit of the old finish to come through.


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This is what I looked like after all was said and done. It came off pretty easy though. A little scrubbing and some nail polish remover for what was left under my nails.

silver closeup2 copy

I was pretty pleased with the results. I buffed it up to get the shine going and buffed some more on the edges to reveal a bit of the old finish. I wanted some rub and buff in ebony to hit the edges with it and maybe in the grooves. Michael's didn’t have black and AC Moore wanted twice as much. I was annoyed at that and didn’t get it.

silver chandy copy

silver closeup copy
 

silver closeup 3 copy
Let’s do a side by side shall we?

Plus, a sneak peak of what the hutch will look like when it gets painted. It’s looking a little pink, but it gives you an idea. Just squint. I also plan to redo the shades, maybe a white linen. For now shade less is okay with me.


gold chandy copy
silver chandy 2 wh hutch copy
















This was much better then buying a new light. I already had the rub and buff but it's less then $4 at Michael's. I have had this tube for 8 years and I still have some left. This stuff lasts forever since you use the tiniest amount. Have you ever used Rub and Buff? If so, how did you like it?

Linking up with: 
Funky Junk Interiors Saturday Nite Special: Chandeliers
Savvy Southern Style Wow Us Wednesdays

see ya

44 comments:

  1. Love it. It really looks good. Rub and buff is good stuff. You are making progress on a ton of stuff. I bet it feels good.

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  2. No, I've never heard of rub and buff. But Anita, that is one fantastic makeover. I love it. (Insanely jealous.) My hands resemble that everytime I spray paint lol.

    Cheers,
    Lisa x

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  3. Oh I like that. I see all of you gals do wonderful things with that rub and buff. Wish I knew if it was available over here too.
    Ah well, I get to enjoy it vicariously through your lovely project. Really looks awesome and can't wait to see the reveal on the hutch. I am still working up the courage to tackle mine.

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  4. I love it and the fact you did a total makeover with items you already had! Beautiful.

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  5. Looks great! I love Rub 'n Buff and have used it for so many projects. It is so cost effective compared to spray paint. If you had used spray paint, most of the product would have gone to waste, with Rub 'n Buff, you use just what you need with no waste. This is a good thing. I love all the colors you can choose from and the metallics are fabulous. Works wonderful to spruce up garage sale frames.

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  6. Your chandelier looks totally different! What a great transformation. I love that you used Rub n' Buff! I would have never thought of that!
    Lacy

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  7. Anita, that looks so good. I love rub n buff. Hmmmm hadn't thought about using it on my chandelier.

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  8. I love that, it looks so beautiful! I have never tried the rub and buff, it looks really pretty and you even got a manicure with silver nail polish! :) I am loving the color of the hutch and can't wait to see it all!

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  9. I have never used rub and buff, but will be picking up some soon. I have a chandelier in mind. thanks! It looks great.

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  10. yikes to your hands, but the chandy looks perfect!!!

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  11. It really did lighten it up. Glad you're going to redo the shades, I always like the look of a shade on a chandy.

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  12. Wow Anita,
    I never would have guessed that one little tube of Rub 'n Buff would last that long! Looks awesome! And check out those hands! I always use disposable gloves when I do it, I guess I'm a baby:) I've never used the silver, but I love the antique gold. I also have the Spanish Copper, but don't care for that as well. Happy Valentine's Day!!

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  13. I have never used this stuff...looks like I need to try it. Happy Valentine's Day Anita!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  14. GREAT job!! like it w/out the shades.. but white linen would look stunning!

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  15. Thanks for using AMACO's Rub 'n Buff. It's amazing what you can do with this product. I will link to your blog on our Facebook page. Can't wait to see what you do next!

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  16. Wow, I never would have thought to use rub n buff that way. What a great transformation! I'm putting this one in my book of ideas.

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  17. What a beautiful transformation!

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  18. Wow, that's some transformation. It looks fabulous. I had no idea about that stuff. And you make it look and sound so easy.

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  19. Anita, your light looks so fresh now. Your hands remind me of the tin man, lol.

    -Rene

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  20. The light fixture looks so elegant! Awesome job! Never heard of rub and buff. Not that that means a thing! But thanks for introducing it to me!

    Your hands reminded me of the tin man in the Wizard of Oz. They must have rubbed and buffed him! LOL!!!

    So enjoying catching up on my buddies blogs!!

    xo
    ~Kolein

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  21. Wow Anita~ It looks amazing!! I have not ever used that- but what a difference a bit of paint makes!! Love it!! Happy Valentines Day! :)

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  22. That's such a great makeover! Your light looks fabulous! The hutch is going to look great, too. I just think it needs some Christmas dishes in it and it will be perfect!

    I've used rub n buff before, and it couldn't get it to stick to the metal. Totally frustrating.

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  23. I have used rub-n-buff and it does last forever. A little goes a LONG way!
    your chandy looks super.. your hands on the other hand... hmmm

    great job!
    gail

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  24. Your chandelier looks beautiful, Anita. I just bought some Rub n' Buff and painted a picture frame and thought I'd try it out. I've been hearing good things about it.

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  25. Anita, what an outstanding job you did with the chandelier!! It looks beautiful! You should be really proud of yourself! Great job!

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  26. I love the redo on this chandy. Came out great. Following you!

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  27. That is fantastic! I never tried rub and buff, but I think I will:)! XO

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  28. Wow! What a transformation! I never tried Rub and Buff. Another great thing I have learned from a blog! Beautiful!

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  29. Fabu Anita!! I love it! Great transformation!

    Kendra

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  30. Hey Anita!

    I thought you were really the tin man, for a second there! your hands came clean easily! that's always a plus!

    I love what you've done here! It is so much lighter and airier and fresh and clean...and well, you get the picture!!!

    and speaking of pictures! I love yours...!!!

    thanks for sharing!

    ciao bella
    Creative Carmelina

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  31. You have inspired me. I really need to do this = ))) Happy Tuesday!

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  32. Beautiful makeover! My hand always look like that!

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  33. Hi popped in from Kim's This is so funny, I plan on using silver rub n buff on my chandy, I love how yours turned out...hope mine looks as good. I also removed my shades I like it much better without those dust catchers I mean shades LOL.

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  34. LOVE the way your chandelier turned out! Looks great!

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  35. Anita, thanks for linking this up to my party this week.

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  36. That looks great! I really love the way that it turned out!

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  37. Your chandelier looks amazing after! I love the lightness that the silver adds and it is such a pretty finish. I love rub 'n buff too, but I have only used a little bit at a time on finishes here and there. I never thought to use it on such a large scale and I am impressed with your results! Your chandelier looks great without shades, but white linen would be perfection.

    hugs,
    Amanda

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  38. Turned out so great! Always so nice when you can use what you have! Hopped over from the Wow Us Party...I just became follower #300!

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  39. I think your chandelier turned out amazing. It doesn't even look like the same one. I like it without the shades. You did an awesome job. Hugs, Ginger

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  40. I love the new look. That chandelier has a great shape and looks great in it's new color! Nice job!

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  41. I used it to redo a brass ceiling fan from the 90's- I loved it! I got a new fixture for $3 and kept it out of the landfill! Your chandelier looks fresh and new. What a great, quick makeover.

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  42. Very pretty! I always have the toughest time getting that stuff off my fingers.

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  43. I have heard so many good things about rub and buff, I have got to get some that loks beautiful!

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  44. Looks great. I'm considering this project to spruce up an ugly brass ceiling fan.

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