Other Surfaces – Ellen Leigh

Furniture, cabinetry, small decorative items- these are just a few of the other surfaces that can be beautified with paint for your decor. Below are just a few examples of some very decorative items. Click on any to view a slideshow. Scroll down below the gallery for a few more ideas.

Layered overglazed distressed finish on dresser by Ellen Leigh — Dresser

Decorative floral painting on kitchen cart by Ellen Leigh — Kitchen Cart

Layered, distressed and handpainted chair by Ellen Leigh — “You Are My Sunshine”

Stenciled and handpainted fabric made into decorative pillows by Ellen Leigh — Stenciled Pillows

Ceiling medallions to match fixtures by Ellen Leigh — Painted Ceiling Medallions to match canopy

Old folding chairs updated with broadway musical titles- Musical Chairs by Ellen Leigh — Musical Chairs

Make-up Vanity updated wwith colorful finish and theatrical stencil by Ellen Leigh — Theatrical Vanity makeover

Abused and tossed table re vived with a Faux Granite tabletop transformation by Ellen Leigh — ‘Granite’ tabletop

Distressed Crackled Paint Finish by Ellen Leigh on new cabinetry — Crackled and distressed cabinetry with subtle stencil motifs

Cottage look deck furniture by Ellen Leigh — Outdoor furniture

Disguised electrical access cover- 'tile' by Ellen Leigh — Wire access cover

Rescued wall shelf, stenciled and glazed by Ellen Leigh — Wall shelf

Ceiling medallion, glazed to accent design by Ellen Leigh — Ceiling medallion

Plain mirror frame distressed and glazed by Ellen Leigh — Old and Crappy

Ceiling medallion painted to match fixture by Ellen Leigh — What a glow!

Distressed cabinet gets a new lighter finish and personality with signage by Ellen Leigh — Great Look

abused distressed cabinets by Ellen Leigh — Distressed Laundry cabinets

Chalkboard from old door parts distressed, painted and glazed by Ellen Leigh — Distressed chalkboard

Old Oak table, painted, distressed and glazed. Stenciled details by Ellen Leigh — Distressed and stenciled table

Cottage style deck furniture, stained, distressed and glazed, hand painted details by Ellen Leigh — Deck Furniture

Old oak rocker, distressed, painted and glazed- handpainted details by Ellen Leigh — Deck Rocker

Distressed table and chairs with decorative flowers, an example of other surfaces painted by Ellen Leigh — Deck table and chairs

Sideboard, painted, distressed and glazed by Ellen Leigh — Sideboard

Window frame

Around here, if it doesn’t move fast enough, it gets painted. Here’s a list of ideas, the possibilities are almost endless with the right combination of products. Nearly any surface can be painted.

Antiques with finishes so damaged by neglect they are nearly worthless can get a beautiful facelift to become a valued accent piece.
Basic utility items like trays, folding chairs or tables can get a dressed up look.
Have your switch plate and outlet covers painted to match your granite or stone wall.
Match those ceiling medallions to your chandelier, or accented to coordinate with the wall finish.tt
An eclectic collection of furniture and accessories can be painted for a coordinated look.
New furniture can be distressed and glazed to look ancient.
Existing wood cabinetry in sound shape can be over-glazed for a more updated look, or a unique look.

Details and more photos can be seen by searching the archives, the search bar or category drop-down list for blog posts. Be sure to contact me if you have any questions, and set up a consultation to discuss your project.

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