Upgrading old farmhouse stools in the rustic style is a great way to salvage old furniture, save money by not buying it from the store, and inject authenticity into your home decor. This article shows how easy it is to revamp farmhouse stools.
A farmhouse stool can have multiple purposes. For example, you can use it in the kitchen or as a side table in a living area. The charm of the farmhouse aesthetic lies in its comfort, simplicity, and sense of nostalgia, making these stools great choices for a warm and cozy environment.
1. Gather your supplies
- Old wooden stool
- Black Dog Salvage Furniture Paint
- Clear satin topcoat
- Stencil
- Adhesive spray
- Stencil bristle brush
- White craft paint
- Sandpaper
2. Prepare the stool
Start by giving the stool a good clean, removing any dust or dirt. To create a distressed look that lines up with the farmhouse style, lightly sand the stool in random places. Don’t overdo it since it should look worn for a vintage appeal.
3. Paint the stool
Apply a coat of the Black Dog Salvage Furniture Paint to the stool. This paint is renowned for its classic clean look. Allow it to dry completely before moving onto the next step.
4. Apply the stencil
Lightly spray the back of the stencil with adhesive spray, then gently place the stencil on top of the stool. Take your stencil bristle brush and the white craft paint and begin filling in the stencil design. Once done, let it dry for about 30 minutes. Learn more about how to apply a stencil on wood.
5. Make the final touches
To seal and protect your new farmhouse stool, apply a coat of the clear satin topcoat. Let it dry thoroughly, and voila! Find a lovely spot in your home to showcase your beautiful creation.
How fun, I love it and the stencil too.
Awesome…love it!
Very cute! My favorite stencil.
Good Doris, happy to hear that!
Love the look of the stool and the towel! I also have a collection of stools. Lol
Guess what, Debbie? I just watched about three hours of Salvage Dawgs on TV. What a funny coincidence that you mentioned using their paint in your post today. Now I’m going to go to their website, which I didn’t know they had, and look at the paint!
I like the stool painted black and stenciled the way you did it. I am anxious to see your stencil line when it is available, too.
Happy almost-Monday–another week, here we go!
That is so funny!! Yes, go check out their paint. I am anxious too, trust me.
Love the stool an also the dishtowel ! What a fun project! Lisa@ Sweet Tea N’ Salty
Thanks so much Lisa!
I love the stool. I love that stencil and everything about it.
Is the paint a chalk paint? How does it compare to the other paints you have used?
Deb
It’s a water based paint. It was fantastic in all honestly. The coverage was awesome! I would recommend it for sure.
That is ADORABLE! Love the stencil!!
Thanks Anne, I appreciate the visit.
Love it!!!!
Thanks Vonda!
I love the stool and Black Dog Salvage. We visited there last year and planning another trip this fall. I will check out their paint. Now when will your stencils be available I love them.
Hi Pat, I am anticipating by the end of the month:)
This is the cutest Debbie!….Had no idea that B.D. Salvage had a paint line….I love visiting that great place!….It’s enormous and filled with many wonderful treasures!
I wish I could go there! Maybe some day. Looks very cool.
Your stool turned out great and so did your tea towel. That’s such a cute stencil. I can hardly wait until we can purchase! Thanks for the inspiration!
Hugs,
Kris
Thanks Kris, I can’t wait to get them out there too!
Looking up painted stools on Pinterest, and look where I ended up! Is this a new post or did I miss it the first time around?
This is super old lol! Glad you landed here though:)