Antique School Desk – A New Look

School Desk - $21.00

I have been looking for a school desk for my son.  I found one listed on Craigslist for $20.00 and after a few issues with the seller forgetting to meet me twice, I was able to buy the desk for $10.00.  It was in good condition, very sturdy with a few cracks and in need of refinishing. 

 

 

I knew I wanted to paint it Robin’s Egg Blue, with a chalkboard desktop.  A trip to the hardware store was necessary to purchase paint.  I bought Behr Liquid Blue in satin finish.  The paint cost $11.00 for a quart, it was more than the desk.   However, I have most of the paint left and am earnestly looking for more items to paint blue, it is a beautiful color. 

 

 

First order of business was to clean the gum off the bottom, sand and prime.  After cleaning and sanding, I put on a coat of Kilz primer.

 

Then two coats of Liquid Blue and four coats of chalkboard paint later.  I applied the chalkboard paint with foam brush, for a even smooth finish. 

 

 

Lastly, I did some distressing.  I sanded off parts of the paint where it would have naturally rubbed off from use.  I hand sanded the edges and corners using 150 grit sandpaper.

 

 

All done.