Another one of my Minute Methods to show you how to whitewash wood in under 2 minutes. It's a simple way that is very DIY friendly and anyone with a paintbrush can do.
If you want your grain to really pop you can do a base color stain like a gray or brown, wipe it off almost immediately . Let dry overnight. Then whitewash over that. You may need to sand the base color down if it covered too much just to let the color in the grain show. Then whitewash/wipe off the white. Let dry overnight. Sand with 150 to 220 then coat with a varthane clear matte or gloss.....whichever you like. I’ve done several custom cabinets , shelves, tables using this method and it really makes the woodgrain pop. It adds color to the existing wood and it’s wonderful if the wood has its own colors in the grain and knots.
@hall house, I’m going to white wash a bathroom sink cabinet. I used plywood and 2x4 to build the vanity. I’m using a semi gloss white paint to white wash this. What would you recommend I do to prevent potential water damage and make the grain pop. Thanks FV
One "gotcha" is to do the whole surface in one session so it has even dry time. If you put your brush down after painting a bit, come back, and paint the rest, then wipe off, you'll likely see a brush mark. To correct this, take some 220 sand paper, smooth out the area that looks "bad", and then re-apply mixed paint to that area and surrounding, then wipe off immediately. Thanks for the video; simple and to the point!
This is a good tutorial straight to the point and no waste of time. Every "how to" video should be like this, without long greetings, reminder of what's going to be shown, begging for like and subscribe, talk with no action, action without explanation, superfluous descriptions of what is on plain sight, close-up on the author instead of the work
THANK YOU!!!!! Straight and to the point! I went through so many videos with so many "ingredients" and "techniques". Ugh. But this is PERFECTION! Thank you again!
Dang it! I'm fixing to try this. Lol I've got some hi-dollar Rust-Oleum antique white wood stain + polyurethane, which has disappointed me. This looks so freakin simple I can't wait!
If the wood is darker and already stained can I do this to get a little white in there but not so much completely whitewashed? Any video/tutorial on this? ( I want to add a white look , but not over bearing , to kitchen stools to match cabinets )
Just curious, it’s nice and easy to do samples on flat places but you get a lot of 90° angles and working around electrical outlets and you really didn’t show the finished product. It looked a little uneven before it dried Do you have any video of an actual job you did that would be great
Ok this is helpful but have some questions - Do you use wood paint for this or can I use Matt emulsion wall paint? Secondly, can I use Matt or does it need to be either egg shell or gloss? What is the finish like. Is it like a chalk board scratch or smooth
Hello, I’m painting a bedroom that I’ve paneled with unfinished wood. What paint are you using and would this method work on this kind of wood? Thanks.
I've an existing wall of vertical V+J boards so we can't apply it as easily as the vid shows. For the best finish would it be prudent to go up and down so the drying doesnt get ahead of us? That would make a lot of ladder work for the knees. Any advice?
I want a light wood kitchen cabinet & have purchased a light wood stain. But my wood has a warmer tone with reddish undertones. Will this help to lighten the tone of the wood? Please help..
Thats so simple and wonderful! We just put in Douglas fir floors! its time to finish the floor. Would you recommend same method for the floors? since the usage would be rough will paint stand the wear and tear?
Could I do this over a stained piece of wood? If I wanted less white could I add 2 parts water to 1 part paint or would that dilute it too much? Last question :) could you do this technique with a roller?
Yes to all of these. Over stained wood isn’t a problem. You can dilute the paint further if you want a less opaque finish. And you can apply with anything you want but make sure it doesn’t dry before wiping it off otherwise you’ll get roller stipple. I prefer a brush or rag to apply to avoid roller marks altogether.
I don't think that google actually knows what whitewashing is lol, so thank you for this! I'm guessing that limes could be added to the mixture if desired?
When sanding the wood, do you do a back and forth sanding motion or a circular sanding motion? In other videos they talk about circular sanding showing through when you paint or stain the wood. Is that true?
This is a great video. I love the fact that you can show the whole process without going into a 6 to 10 minute or longer monologue.
No talking no stupid story, just a how to. Very nice!
If you want your grain to really pop you can do a base color stain like a gray or brown, wipe it off almost immediately .
Let dry overnight.
Then whitewash over that.
You may need to sand the base color down if it covered too much just to let the color in the grain show.
Then whitewash/wipe off the white.
Let dry overnight.
Sand with 150 to 220 then coat with a varthane clear matte or gloss.....whichever you like.
I’ve done several custom cabinets , shelves, tables using this method and it really makes the woodgrain pop.
It adds color to the existing wood and it’s wonderful if the wood has its own colors in the grain and knots.
2 years later and this comment is still helping people like me, thanks so much!!!
@hall house, I’m going to white wash a bathroom sink cabinet. I used plywood and 2x4 to build the vanity. I’m using a semi gloss white paint to white wash this. What would you recommend I do to prevent potential water damage and make the grain pop. Thanks FV
How do u do a base color stain?
LOVE how simple and to-the-point this was! I don't have a lot of patience for TH-cam videos, so this was perfect for me! Thank you.
Yes, same here, THANKS!
Ditto
Amazing! When I want it, I want it now.
Same here. This is the vídeo i was looking for.
Agreed!
One "gotcha" is to do the whole surface in one session so it has even dry time. If you put your brush down after painting a bit, come back, and paint the rest, then wipe off, you'll likely see a brush mark. To correct this, take some 220 sand paper, smooth out the area that looks "bad", and then re-apply mixed paint to that area and surrounding, then wipe off immediately. Thanks for the video; simple and to the point!
Thank you for making this simple and easy! Was glad this wasn't a long and drawn out video. 👍🏽
Glad it helped Jodi!
What kind of white paint is used?
Richard T Gorski I'm assuming any wood be good...get it? Wood?
Exactly the kinda videos we like on yourtube!!!
i realize it is pretty randomly asking but does anyone know of a good website to stream newly released movies online?
That’s the best recipe I’ve seen on whitewash on TH-cam. And you never said a word. 👍
Thank you for not spending majority of the video talking. Enjoyed this video showing everything needed to achieve this look.
Wow! Didn’t know it was this simple. Thank you for the quick video.
Perfectly demonstrated and straight to the point.... thank you!
Thank you! I’m glad this was straight and to the point!
If everyone could do this and get to the point! Bravo for simplicity!
Such a simple tutorial, so refreshing and extremely helpful. Thank you so much!!!
This is a good tutorial straight to the point and no waste of time. Every "how to" video should be like this, without long greetings, reminder of what's going to be shown, begging for like and subscribe, talk with no action, action without explanation, superfluous descriptions of what is on plain sight, close-up on the author instead of the work
THANK YOU!!!!! Straight and to the point! I went through so many videos with so many "ingredients" and "techniques". Ugh. But this is PERFECTION! Thank you again!
You’re welcome!
The Craftsman Blog can this same technique be done in basement wood paneling?
I knowwww right?!!! THANK YOUUU
So simple and to the point. Thanks for not wasting my time! Can't wait to try this on my table.
Did it worked? I think he has to put something on top otherwise hands will be coloured when touching the table
Short, sweet and to the point. Thank you.
The easiest and straight to the point -MY-kind-of-video!!!!!! Love it!!!!
Exactly what I wanted. I learned more from this than all the others. Thank you.
Thanks for the short & straight forward video
Finally something simple! Thank you!
Glad it helped!
Love the simple & to the point videos! Thank you!
I wish my college professors taught like this.
🤣🤣🤣
Tried this out and worked so easy thanks for the tip!
Dose it matter what paint it is? Egg shell, gloss?
@@edwardbarraza4848 not really I tried it with different ones seem to be the same
Extremely helpful and extremely successful! Just whitewashed some old church pews we have in our kitchen!
Me encanta !!!!!! Simple y al grano ,sin tanta palabreria
Nice work! Your video inspired me to create my own whitewash/beech look video! Thanks for a great tutorial!
Glad it helped!
Thanks, looks great and so easy, there are so many ways that are so involved, this way is the quickest and gives basically the same results.
This video was perfect simple and straight to the point. Thanks
thank-you for making it so simple!
Love it! Perfectly simple and easy. Thank you!
Easy peezy! Thanks for the short and simple tutorial! We are going to paint our composting toilet with a white wash!
Dang it! I'm fixing to try this. Lol I've got some hi-dollar Rust-Oleum antique white wood stain + polyurethane, which has disappointed me. This looks so freakin simple I can't wait!
Thank you! This is such a great, helpful and to-the-point video :)
Thank you for getting to the point. This is pretty straight forward. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing this useful quick tutorial
Thank you for not having five steps, and for avoiding all the unnecessary verbiage!!
That simple and without a word being said, thanks.
Thanks for the short and simple. Gets boring watching tutorials that are all just blabbering.
Excellent video! Thank you
You’re very welcome!
If u burn the wood first and wire brush it, the grain comes out darker and more pronounced.
Man of few words...👍I like it👍
Perfect video! So simple and quick!
Awesome video. Made me laugh at the end. 😂😂
I love tutorials under 3 minutes!
Do you use matt or silk finish? Also what do you use to wipe?
Great video and looks easier to do than the drawn out videos
Thank you! Quick and right to the point!
Is this good for any type of wood? Will it not absorb well in already finished wood or hard woods? Really any info on what to avoid or look out for.
I like to stain it first.. then looks like old wood.. really nice
Thanks did a frame today for xmas
It went well
Worked perfectly! Thank you!
Great video thanks! Short simple and exact results I want
short and sweet. thank you
Does the wood have to be unvarnished or can you do this over a varnished finish?
What topcoat do you use to protect the paint and make it food grade?
If the wood is darker and already stained can I do this to get a little white in there but not so much completely whitewashed? Any video/tutorial on this? ( I want to add a white look , but not over bearing , to kitchen stools to match cabinets )
Ok, but historically, whitewashing involved lime. I want to know how that is done, and why. Maybe I have to look for "limewashing"?
Just curious, it’s nice and easy to do samples on flat places but you get a lot of 90° angles and working around electrical outlets and you really didn’t show the finished product. It looked a little uneven before it dried Do you have any video of an actual job you did that would be great
Ok this is helpful but have some questions -
Do you use wood paint for this or can I use Matt emulsion wall paint?
Secondly, can I use Matt or does it need to be either egg shell or gloss? What is the finish like. Is it like a chalk board scratch or smooth
This was so awesome..thank you
great video, thank you for the help!
Glad it helped!
What kind of paint do I use?
Do u add a clear coat of matte or satin finish of polyurethane on top for extra protection after it dries generally speaking or no?
I only have a satinwood skirting board paint. Think this will still work?
A quick question. What kind of paint can be used to do whitewash?
Great help do you use specific wood paint? And how do I finish the top does it need top coat??
Hello, I’m painting a bedroom that I’ve paneled with unfinished wood. What paint are you using and would this method work on this kind of wood? Thanks.
I’m using latex paint and yes it would work great for this application.
What kind of paint u used?
Looks like chalk paint
Hi there... what kind of paint do you recommend?
? I'm here for the same thing
Water based paint.
I've an existing wall of vertical V+J boards so we can't apply it as easily as the vid shows. For the best finish would it be prudent to go up and down so the drying doesnt get ahead of us? That would make a lot of ladder work for the knees. Any advice?
Brilliant,and nice and quick
➡️Can I ask if you use a sealant of some type afterwards? Or do you leave it as is after it dries?
I want a light wood kitchen cabinet & have purchased a light wood stain. But my wood has a warmer tone with reddish undertones. Will this help to lighten the tone of the wood? Please help..
May I ask what what you used to wipe the paint off, was it paper or cloth?
Was this smooth unfinished wood? I have a bed I want to do this to. Thank you
Yep smooth 1x12 Pine sanded and bare
Hi, hope it's not too much of a dumb question....but what do you use to wipe off the paint with?
I just used a clean cotton cloth.
when using a paint, do you use the flat, or satin finish
so simple! thank you!
Is the cloth dry or wet ???
What kind of paint?
Which kind of white paint was it? Thanks for the video.
is this normal color?!
great video short and on point!
WOWED This is amazing!
This was great 👍👍
Can I use oil after white washing? I would like to have pine dors but in in very bright color (almost white). Does any 1 know a good method?
Thats so simple and wonderful! We just put in Douglas fir floors! its time to finish the floor. Would you recommend same method for the floors? since the usage would be rough will paint stand the wear and tear?
I’d probably coat the floors with finishing wax after whitewashing to give some better protection.
That's awesome ,thanks alot for explain
Does it work with any water base paint?? Thank you
Could I do this over a stained piece of wood? If I wanted less white could I add 2 parts water to 1 part paint or would that dilute it too much? Last question :) could you do this technique with a roller?
Yes to all of these. Over stained wood isn’t a problem. You can dilute the paint further if you want a less opaque finish. And you can apply with anything you want but make sure it doesn’t dry before wiping it off otherwise you’ll get roller stipple. I prefer a brush or rag to apply to avoid roller marks altogether.
The Craftsman Blog awesome, thank you!
looks great , what type of paint is best if doing an entire kitchen
Water based
You could put some kind of water based varnish overit for it to be harder wearing
thanks ...great video :)
You’re welcome!
But, what type of paint is that?
what paint did u use? can i use wood oil paint to make this?
This works with latex paint only.
@@TheCraftsmanBlog thanks!
Is that a wet cloth that was used?
I don't think that google actually knows what whitewashing is lol, so thank you for this! I'm guessing that limes could be added to the mixture if desired?
You’re right that true white washing is actually just slacked lime with lots of water.
what ratio between paint and water? is it 1:1?
When sanding the wood, do you do a back and forth sanding motion or a circular sanding motion? In other videos they talk about circular sanding showing through when you paint or stain the wood. Is that true?
No sanding needed for this really
Would this be okay on wood that is stained?
Perfect!!!