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2.
If you're not ready to completely replace your sink,
toilet, tub, and fixtures, a quick way to change the
look of your bathroom is to repaint your sink vanity.
Begin
by sanding your Vanity. It's best to start with an unfinished
vanity. If your sink cabinet is already painted or finished,
you may need to strip off the finish. Otherwise, consult
your local home improvement store for the best way to
prepare your vanity for painting.
After
your sink cabinet has been sanded or otherwise properly
prepped for painting, you will want to start with a
good primer. Apply the primer with a roller or brush.
Let the primer dry completely before continuing to the
next step.
Next,
paint the vanity with a light or dark wood color. This
is not the final color of the vanity. This is the color
that will show through on the distressed parts of the
vanity.
After
this color has dried, paint the vanity a final coat
with white, antique white, or a pale blue, green, yellow
or pink.
Once
the final coat is dry, distress the vanity by lightly
sanding edges and corners to simulate years of use.
The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser also works well for removing
areas of paint to simulate wear. Continue distressing
the vanity until you achieve the look you want.
3.
If you want to go all out, you can find many beautiful
Victorian style pedestal sinks, clawfoot tubs, and water
closet style toilets for your shabby chic bathroom.
4.
Complete the look of your shabby chic bath
with bath mats and throw rugs in muted pink, green,
or yellow florals. Pink roses are always a great choice
for the shabby chic look.
5.Don't
forget the accessories. Add towels in whites, pinks,
muted yellows, or pale greens. Floral patterns work
great. Distressed towel racks and cabinets also look
great in your shabby chic bathroom. You can find many
right here on our site! Check
here for many more great accessories for your Shabby
Chic Bath.
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