How Do You Make Distressed Wood Kitchen Cabinets?
A distressed piece of furniture is one that has been aged to look older. Distressing creates the appearance of patina and old age making a piece look antique. You can achieve this effect on your own. Start by scrapping off some of the finish from the wood. To do this you’ll need sandpaper. Use a medium grade sandpaper. Gently rub the sandpaper against the wood of the cabinets you are trying to distress. The best way to do this is with a bit of elbow grease. Be careful not to gouge too hard or the sandpaper will create holes in the furniture that may be hard to repair. Make small holes on the kitchen cabinets. You can do this with a nail. Scrape the nail against the sides of the cabinet. Do not place too much pressure on the nail or you will hurt the wood. You want to be very careful. Use a step ladder to reach higher cabinets if necessary. Use a key to make small scrapes on the doors of the kitchen cabinets. If necessary unhinge the doors from the cabinets. Do not push too hard on the
