Advanced Furniture Painting (In-person Class)

New April 2023 date!
Sunday, April 23rd from 4-6 pm

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Have you dabbled in furniture painting and would like to try more? Or maybe you have tacked a few pieces but have been afraid to try some of the more advanced things like changing out hardware, staining a dresser top, or layering paint? If so, this class is for you!

Join author, blogger, and DIY expert Lisa Silfwerbrand from Recreated Designs for this class on advanced furniture painting. We will cover everything you need to create pieces like a pro!

This 2 hour class will cover...

Hardware 

How to remove and clean hardware
How to change the colour of existing hardware with metallic paint or waxes
How to completely change the hardware for a new look
How to flawlessly fill in previous holes
How to easily measure, drill, and install new hardware

Advanced Painting Techniques

How to distress paint with sandpaper or water
How to add texture to paint

Staining 

How to choose and apply a stain
How to choose and apply a topcoat
How to use General Finishes stains and topcoats
How to use Fusion Stain & Finishing Oil over paint and on raw wood
How to use Fusion Gel Stain and Top Coat

During this hands-on workshop, you will be painting sample boards with different types of paints and trying out many different products. You will be able to take your sample boards with you.

Suitable for those who have taken the Furniture Painting for Beginners class or have painted furniture pieces already.   

Cost is $125 + tax.  All supplies included. 

Please note that this class will be limited to 6 people in total. Masks will be required throughout the class.  

This class will be held at Malenka Originals (1098B Somerset St. W, Ottawa, ON)

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Cancellation Policy - Due to the prep required and the very limited spaces for this class, any cancellations or reschedules done within 48 hours of the class date will result in a $25 fee. Any no-shows will result in a fee equal to the class fee ($87). Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon!

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Cancellation List - If you would like your name added to the cancellation list for this class please email your name, class name and date, and contact info to info@malenka.ca you can also call the shop at 613-695-8558 to add your name as well. If a spot becomes available we will contact you and let you know. 

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